Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Blast & Chemical Cleaning Services
Established in 1973, Abrasive Air has built a reputation as a trusted family-run business specialising in blast and chemical cleaning solutions. Our expertise spans the removal of coatings on metal, wood, stone, and brickwork, serving a diverse client base across the UK from large corporations to domestic customers. With hands-on experience gained through projects for local councils, manor houses, and English Heritage, we combine technical proficiency with a commitment to quality. Our team, led by M.R. and A.J. Hogg, utilises advanced techniques such as Torc and Doff systems to achieve precise results without damaging surfaces. We offer both on-site and off-site services, ensuring flexibility to meet client needs while maintaining rigorous standards of reliability and competence.Our extensive photographic portfolio demonstrates our capability to restore fire-damaged buildings, remove graffiti, and rejuvenate historic structures. By prioritising client satisfaction and leveraging decades of industry knowledge, we have secured long-term contracts through customer recommendations. Our high-pressure washing and steam cleaning services further extend our capacity to address challenging cleaning requirements, from office blocks to timber decking. Transparency in operations and a focus on sustainable practices underpin our approach, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that balance effectiveness with environmental responsibility.
Services
Stone Blasting
Metal Blasting
Wood Cleaning
Brick Cleaning
High-Pressure Washing
Steam Cleaning
Graffiti Removal
Timber Restoration
Chemical Cleaning
Fire Damage Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Family-run since 1973 with industry expertise spanning 50 years
- Proven experience working with English Heritage and local councils
- Utilise Torc/Doff systems for non-damaging surface restoration
- Offer both on-site and off-site cleaning service flexibility
- Maintain a photographic portfolio demonstrating project success
Services
Stone Blasting
Our stone blasting service uses Torc technology to gently remove coatings and contaminants from historic buildings, monuments, and brickwork without surface damage. This method effectively restores fire-damaged stonework and eliminates graffiti while preserving architectural integrity. Clients benefit from our expertise in balancing precision with structural protection.
Metal Blasting
We remove heavy coatings from steel bridges, tanks, machinery, and railings using controlled abrasive blasting. Our team applies protective finishes post-cleaning to extend metalwork longevity. This service caters to infrastructure projects requiring compliance with industrial safety standards and corrosion prevention.
Wood Cleaning
Specialising in both old and new wood, we remove paint, varnish, and stains to restore beams and decking to their natural state. Our techniques rejuvenate aged timber while preserving grain patterns, offering clients a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern efficiency for residential and commercial properties.
High-Pressure Washing
This service removes chewing gum, oil stains, and grime from pathways, patios, and building exteriors using calibrated pressure systems. We adapt water temperatures and pressure levels to suit different materials, ensuring effective cleaning without compromising surface integrity for commercial and public spaces.
Chemical Cleaning
Our chemical cleaning process employs poultice methods for delicate surfaces where blasting is unsuitable. This technique effectively removes masonry paint and stubborn residues from heritage buildings, offering a precise alternative that maintains historical accuracy and material sensitivity.
People
M.R. Hogg
Director
With over 30 years in grit blasting, M.R. Hogg oversees operational excellence and technical strategy at Abrasive Air, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client satisfaction.
A.J. Hogg
Operations Manager
A.J. Hogg manages day-to-day operations, leveraging extensive experience in blast cleaning techniques to deliver efficient solutions for both domestic and commercial clients nationwide.
Questions
What surfaces can Abrasive Air clean?
We clean metal, wood, stone, brickwork, and concrete using blast, chemical, and steam methods.
Do you work on heritage buildings?
Yes, we have experience restoring historic structures for English Heritage and manor houses.
Are your methods environmentally friendly?
We prioritise sustainable practices and use non-abrasive techniques where appropriate.
Do you operate nationwide?
Yes, we serve clients across the UK from domestic to large commercial projects.
Can you remove graffiti without damaging surfaces?
Our Torc/Doff systems safely remove graffiti from stone, brick, and metal surfaces.
