Sandblasting is a general term used to describe the act of propelling very fine bits of material at high-velocity to clean or etch a surface. Sand is the most commonly used material, but any small, relatively uniform particles can be used. Sandblasting can use anything from synthetic beads to bits of coconut shell.

A sandblasting setup usually consists of three different parts: the abrasive itself, an air compressor, and a blaster gun. Sandblasting as a cleaning method has been widely used for over a hundred years, often as a method of priming a surface for the application of paint or a sealant. By launching small bits of abrasive at the surface at a high speed, all imperfections are knocked loose and can then be easily washed off, creating an incredibly smooth surface upon which to lay the new layer of paint.

Sandblasting removes old striping, oil and surface grime, creating a uniform surface that prepares the parking lot for the re-striping process.