Walnut shell blasting is a gentle, non-corrosive, environmentally friendly method of removing paint, dirt, grime, mold and smoke residue from almost any surface including metal, wood, aluminum, brass, stone, plastic, masonry and tile.

What is walnut shell blasting used for?

In submarines and aircraft carriers, walnut shell blasting is used to remove the top coating without damaging the expensive undercoats. Before the introduction of walnut shell blasting, coatings were normally stripped down to bare metal and required the replacement of the undercoat, vinyl coat, and top coat.

Is walnut shells good for sandblasting?

Walnut shells are ideal for use in a sandblaster. ... Walnut shell sandblasting abrasive does little to no harm whatsoever to the primer coat underneath, or to any other coating which has been applied to an object.