by Mike Folta | Aug 2, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
Hire a specialist contractor who shows up with a written, project-specific safety plan, documented OSHA silica controls, and a willingness to run a test patch before finalizing any estimate. That is the short version. Before you sign anything, request two things on...
by Mike Folta | Aug 1, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
Coatings usually do not create first-party coverage for repair costs. That is the short answer adjusters and coverage counsel need to carry into any coating-failure file. The failed coating itself is almost always excluded under faulty workmanship, product defects, or...
by Mike Folta | Jul 31, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
Facility coatings do far more than make a building look presentable. The role of facility aesthetics coatings spans safety, corrosion control, slip resistance, energy performance, and regulatory compliance — all delivered through the same system that gives your...
by Mike Folta | Jul 30, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
An abrasion-resistant coating is an engineered surface layer that slows mechanical wear by combining hardness, toughness, and adhesion into a system matched to the specific wear environment. The single most important selection rule: match the coating family to your...
by Mike Folta | Jul 29, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
TL;DR: Sandblasting before tank recoating is essential because it removes contaminants and creates a surface profile that bonds the coating effectively. Skipping this step can lead to coating delamination within years due to weak boundary layers. Proper surface...
