I'm dissolving my painting business in Northern California and getting into furniture restoration. My wife bought me the same sandblasting gun you have but doesn't have the pickup tube. Can I add the pickup tube to my gun or do I need to buy a new one? I haven't used it yet but it looks like you're the perfect source for information. Also, I don't know what state you live in, but California's very strict with environmental regulations. Are there any environmental concerns about the residue from the soda blasting? I would like to think it will wash away after the next rain...
I haven’t had any issues with the Texas EPA. Yes, it’s dissolvable by water so that’s nice. I know the company makes an option that allows the attachment of the pickup tube, but they also make one that doesn’t have the option of adding the pickup tube, luckily, they’re very affordable. Sometimes I find it for $50.
What grit soda do you use? I noticed on Amazon you can get different grit. And also do you find that when you’re done soda blasting you can go straight to finishing or do you need to do some final sanding? Do you ever use a course grit soda and then a fine grit?
I typically just use the medium soda for my projects and I feel like it produces around 100-120 grit. It wouldn’t hurt to use 150 afterwards, but i have skipped that step and it worked out fine . A lot of depends on what wood species you’re blasting and the Finish that’s on it as well. It works best on older worn out stains and on Harder woods. Hole this wells
I bought one that was the first one that doesn't have the refill tube on. And now I just ordered another one on Amazon with the refill tube. It only cost me $54 which is not bad.
Never used a sandlaster but need one, which one is best for some home DIY projects? Can I buy just a nozzle gun thingy and connect it to a bag of soda or do I need another big machine, I'm on a budget and hoping to keep costs low. Thank you.
No, unfortunately, you will need a large compressor to power it. Not necessarily budget friendly for the diy, but if you’re doing several projects it saves so much time. The compressor would probably cost in the range of $600-$1000. The gun itself is affordable at only $50-75. The bags of Baking soda are about $45 from harbor freight
Thanks very helpful! Can you share your 60gal compressor brand that was compatible with these tools as well? How do I know the smallest size compressor that will work with the blaster with the pickup tube?
When you look at the gun online, it should have specifications on how much psi per CFM is required and then, when you look at the compressors, it will tell you that information as well
I think it would depend on the scope of the project you are working on. If you do really small projects, I think the gun you bought would work just fine, but if you find yourself constantly reloading, the gun with the pick up tube is well worth it.
I love CA but the VOC laws are driving me crazy!!! I refinish furniture antiques as a hobby. My current joke is that if you want a good stripper you need to drive to Vegas! None of the strippers work anymore, and I have to beg industrial companies to send me a small batch now and then, which costs like liquid gold. Then pay for Acetone to clean stripper wax off. Messy, laborious and fed up. Soda blasting looks like a godsend. Finding the right combo of parts for soda blasting is very challenging. Could anyone please tell me the following: Project: Small wood carved antique boxes, desk, table, chairs, mostly wood, and some metal and rust removal on lawn chairs. Space: Small back yard with concrete pad. Budget: As cheap as possible, without being poor quality. Not HF brands that don't work. Needs: Gun that does fine detail and can also widen for flat table. Large hopper, not too heavy. What size air compressor which I can still move around (portable) while not having to refill for at least 10mins. What CFM is minimum need? Do I need a moisture removal gizmo? Do I need a tent? Any recommendations on above? Please help! I have too many projects piling up and need some help from you guys out here.
I personally really like the guns I’ve been demoing on my channel. The Pickup tube could be a little better but it gets the job done. As far as compressors, look on Amazon through the link I provided in the details of my video. there you’ll find in the specs the psi and cfm recommendation. From there, you need to research compressors that meet that spec and your budget. I went with an 80 gallon Ingersol rand from TSC but it’s more than sufficient. If you’re worried about dirtying uk your workspace, and enclosed tent would be a great idea to contain the mess. Best of luck
@@assog5737 No one would do as detailed a job of refinishing as I have done all these years. You could try but you won't succeed. It is meticulous labor to restore something to its full glory. But I need a solution as the chemicals are not effective anymore. A laser cleaner would be nice when the prices come down.
You need to build some sort of recovery box similar to a large sandblasting cabinet so that you can recover the blast media and be able to so it in doors.
I prefer it outdoors. One, the ventilation is better, two, it’s extremely messy, three, the media can’t be reused, and lastly, I can spray the baking soda to dissolve it afterwords.
Maybe I’m misunderstanding, because I rewatched and it seems like 75% of the video is instruction and 25% demonstration. I have other videos of only demonstration as well
Boone, I am so glad I found your video!!!! I have over 100 kitchen type cabinet drawers and doors throughout my house i need to refinish. The house was built in 1990, so the cabinets are the typical golden oak/pine clear finish with a lot of detailed grooves and corners... I thought about sandblasting but couldn't get any feedback if it would work or not, and wala here you are. What compressor do you suggest or key features I should focus on when buying a compressor... thank you for the link to the gun. Now, I just need the compressor
Great video. I am struggling with soda blasting. I have 60 gallon compressor and use siphon gun but it doesn't work too well.Please guide me what am I doing wrong 😢
A few things that have helped, my set up were a dryer and filter, and also blasting when the humidity wasn’t real bad moisture is the enemy of soda blasting
Was looking for a less messy alternative to liquid stripper and this is it! I rather deal with sweeping up baking soda, then having to clean up sludge from citrus stripper.
Yes, the compressor is the air that pushes the product through. The dessicant dryer is what keeps the air in the line dry and keeps it from gumming up. I don’t have a specific recommendation but I’m happy with my ingersol rand. It’s an 80 gallon but you could get by with a smaller one. I have another video on choosing the right compressor you might consider watching
I understand baking soda is a grass and weed killer, so if you use this blasting method, don't do it near your yard... or is there a different type of soda used for blasting?
Do you think my 26gallon, 4.2scfm@90psi compressor, would work well enough with this gun ? I know the packaging says 7scfm, but hoping to not buy a new expensive compressor..
I'm confused about the products that you're listing. The one in the link has ceramic tips, but the one in your video seems to be a metal tip. Which version is best for furniture?
Are you sanding flat surfaces and soda blasting the details? Have you had issues with it not spraying consistently? I'm looking into purchasing a soda blaster because I've had issues using soda with a regular sand blaster. I may just need the dryer and a better compressor!
Blasting wood isn't something I would think to be a good idea, but you just showed how well it works with soda. Also I just took a look at your web page... fantastic work!
Thank you. I was skeptical at first as well, and granted, it doesn’t work on every application, but it has saved me Countless hours on several projects.
I have not tried, but I wondered the same thing. If I tried I would buy one Mr those spray tents and try it inside of there . If you try it let me n know!
@@the323vlog4 Hi, "for economic" and mobility-once in the past, we used half of the tent without a floor (for fishing because we had one -no used- it worked) also no damage the dome, you can protect it with a large cardboard (e.g. from furniture boards)
I have not noticed it affecting any edging, one of the reasons I love it. I always recommend testing it first on a discreet area, but I’ve used it on several species.
@@chateaucastle1 something along the lines of this: amzn.to/3Bhh1hC It goes between the compressor and the soda blasting gun to filter and dry the air. You want clean, dry air. Moisture is your enemy
In my experience, if the finish is worn out and comes off semi easily, the soda media won’t damage the wood at all. Depends on substrate as well. But if you try to blast a more stubborn finish like paint and or gloss coats, you’re going g to destroy the wood before it takes the finish off. It does really well for me on older pieces with tired finishes
The reason I'm here is because I've just bought a wooden sailing dinghy and the idea of sanding the entire boat terrifies me. Why sandblasting isn't adopted in boat restoration amazes me. What is it like removing paint?
You should get a blasting tent, to help you gather the media once you have finish, and then sieve it and reuse it. You save a lot of money...
I’ll look into that, thanks
This video was very informative and your comment adds to that. Thanks!
Soda is not like other blast media, it cannot be reused as it obliterates on contact. That is why it is safe to use on wood and other soft substrates.
Very informative video. Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
I'm dissolving my painting business in Northern California and getting into furniture restoration. My wife bought me the same sandblasting gun you have but doesn't have the pickup tube. Can I add the pickup tube to my gun or do I need to buy a new one? I haven't used it yet but it looks like you're the perfect source for information. Also, I don't know what state you live in, but California's very strict with environmental regulations. Are there any environmental concerns about the residue from the soda blasting? I would like to think it will wash away after the next rain...
I haven’t had any issues with the Texas EPA. Yes, it’s dissolvable by water so that’s nice.
I know the company makes an option that allows the attachment of the pickup tube, but they also make one that doesn’t have the option of adding the pickup tube, luckily, they’re very affordable. Sometimes I find it for $50.
What grit soda do you use? I noticed on Amazon you can get different grit. And also do you find that when you’re done soda blasting you can go straight to finishing or do you need to do some final sanding? Do you ever use a course grit soda and then a fine grit?
I typically just use the medium soda for my projects and I feel like it produces around 100-120 grit. It wouldn’t hurt to use 150 afterwards, but i have skipped that step and it worked out fine . A lot of depends on what wood species you’re blasting and the Finish that’s on it as well. It works best on older worn out stains and on Harder woods. Hole this wells
I bought one that was the first one that doesn't have the refill tube on. And now I just ordered another one on Amazon with the refill tube. It only cost me $54 which is not bad.
Yeah, that’s a good discount
Never used a sandlaster but need one, which one is best for some home DIY projects? Can I buy just a nozzle gun thingy and connect it to a bag of soda or do I need another big machine, I'm on a budget and hoping to keep costs low. Thank you.
No, unfortunately, you will need a large compressor to power it. Not necessarily budget friendly for the diy, but if you’re doing several projects it saves so much time. The compressor would probably cost in the range of $600-$1000. The gun itself is affordable at only $50-75. The bags of Baking soda are about $45 from harbor freight
@@the323vlog4 gosh, that's more than my budget! Thank you so much for your help, I had no idea. 🙂
Did you do any prep to the drawers before soda blasting?
No, it did not require any prep work. We went right in to blasting
Thanks very helpful! Can you share your 60gal compressor brand that was compatible with these tools as well? How do I know the smallest size compressor that will work with the blaster with the pickup tube?
When you look at the gun online, it should have specifications on how much psi per CFM is required and then, when you look at the compressors, it will tell you that information as well
I bought the gun with the reservoir. If it were you, would you return it and buy the one with the siphon hose?
I think it would depend on the scope of the project you are working on. If you do really small projects, I think the gun you bought would work just fine, but if you find yourself constantly reloading, the gun with the pick up tube is well worth it.
I love CA but the VOC laws are driving me crazy!!! I refinish furniture antiques as a hobby. My current joke is that if you want a good stripper you need to drive to Vegas! None of the strippers work anymore, and I have to beg industrial companies to send me a small batch now and then, which costs like liquid gold. Then pay for Acetone to clean stripper wax off. Messy, laborious and fed up. Soda blasting looks like a godsend. Finding the right combo of parts for soda blasting is very challenging. Could anyone please tell me the following:
Project: Small wood carved antique boxes, desk, table, chairs, mostly wood, and some metal and rust removal on lawn chairs.
Space: Small back yard with concrete pad.
Budget: As cheap as possible, without being poor quality. Not HF brands that don't work.
Needs: Gun that does fine detail and can also widen for flat table. Large hopper, not too heavy. What size air compressor which I can still move around (portable) while not having to refill for at least 10mins. What CFM is minimum need? Do I need a moisture removal gizmo? Do I need a tent? Any recommendations on above?
Please help! I have too many projects piling up and need some help from you guys out here.
I personally really like the guns I’ve been demoing on my channel. The Pickup tube could be a little better but it gets the job done. As far as compressors, look on Amazon through the link I provided in the details of my video. there you’ll find in the specs the psi and cfm recommendation. From there, you need to research compressors that meet that spec and your budget. I went with an 80 gallon Ingersol rand from TSC but it’s more than sufficient. If you’re worried about dirtying uk your workspace, and enclosed tent would be a great idea to contain the mess. Best of luck
Shit, do you want someone to do the work for you, also.
@@assog5737 No one would do as detailed a job of refinishing as I have done all these years. You could try but you won't succeed. It is meticulous labor to restore something to its full glory. But I need a solution as the chemicals are not effective anymore. A laser cleaner would be nice when the prices come down.
I was just cheking this blaster today, thanks for the vid. what are the specs of the compressor you are using please?
It’s an 80 gallon ingersol rand . It’s 15.8cfm @90 psi.
@@the323vlog4 I'm pretty sure a 6 gal pancake @165 psi max will do the trick too right? I have to flip a lot of furniture to get that 80 gal tank lol.
@@audioplugg5310 wouldn’t hurt to try
What size compressor you running ?
I use an 80 gal ingersol rand, however you could probably get away with something a little smaller (60)
What brand of equipment?
The links to the tools I’m using are in my video description
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You need to build some sort of recovery box similar to a large sandblasting cabinet so that you can recover the blast media and be able to so it in doors.
I prefer it outdoors. One, the ventilation is better, two, it’s extremely messy, three, the media can’t be reused, and lastly, I can spray the baking soda to dissolve it afterwords.
man wear some glasses
😂…ok
It would help a lot if you spoke little and instructed more.
Maybe I’m misunderstanding, because I rewatched and it seems like 75% of the video is instruction and 25% demonstration. I have other videos of only demonstration as well
I bought me a camping tent 🎪⛺ to do my soda & sand blast small stuff like so.recyle my sand ect.❤
Hope it’s working well for you!
Boone, I am so glad I found your video!!!! I have over 100 kitchen type cabinet drawers and doors throughout my house i need to refinish. The house was built in 1990, so the cabinets are the typical golden oak/pine clear finish with a lot of detailed grooves and corners... I thought about sandblasting but couldn't get any feedback if it would work or not, and wala here you are. What compressor do you suggest or key features I should focus on when buying a compressor... thank you for the link to the gun. Now, I just need the compressor
What Compressor Do I Need For My Soda Blaster?
th-cam.com/video/YmxVgyJuLSs/w-d-xo.html
Hope this helps.
Great video. I am struggling with soda blasting. I have 60 gallon compressor and use siphon gun but it doesn't work too well.Please guide me what am I doing wrong 😢
A few things that have helped, my set up were a dryer and filter, and also blasting when the humidity wasn’t real bad moisture is the enemy of soda blasting
Was looking for a less messy alternative to liquid stripper and this is it! I rather deal with sweeping up baking soda, then having to clean up sludge from citrus stripper.
Same here. If you can use it outside, I’d just wash over it with the water hose and it should dissolve
So do I need a compressor as well as the desiccant dryer? And the gun? If so, what do you recommend?
Yes, the compressor is the air that pushes the product through. The dessicant dryer is what keeps the air in the line dry and keeps it from gumming up.
I don’t have a specific recommendation but I’m happy with my ingersol rand. It’s an 80 gallon but you could get by with a smaller one. I have another video on choosing the right compressor you might consider watching
Show the tools
What tools?
I understand baking soda is a grass and weed killer, so if you use this blasting method, don't do it near your yard... or is there a different type of soda used for blasting?
I’m sure it’s the same. I use it in a commercial setting so I’m clear, but that is a good tip for anyone using it around those areas. Thanks!
Hi Boone, did you add that longer steel tip?
No, it’s part of the gun with the pickup tube
Great video!! I just brought this gun, what type of soda blaster are you using from Harbour Freight?? Cheers
I use the medium grade, not the large
@@the323vlog4 thank you!! I’ll give it shot… I used the walnut shell, it shredded my furniture piece…
@@davidzenonos3321 yeah, it’s a bit abrasive
Do you think my 26gallon, 4.2scfm@90psi compressor, would work well enough with this gun ? I know the packaging says 7scfm, but hoping to not buy a new expensive compressor..
I suppose it would be worth a shot.
I'm confused about the products that you're listing. The one in the link has ceramic tips, but the one in your video seems to be a metal tip. Which version is best for furniture?
They may have update the listing since I listed it. I not sure if the difference honestly . I wound ask the company for advice on that
Are you sanding flat surfaces and soda blasting the details? Have you had issues with it not spraying consistently? I'm looking into purchasing a soda blaster because I've had issues using soda with a regular sand blaster. I may just need the dryer and a better compressor!
Yeah, overall it works really well but they do need to make improvements to its consistency. A dryer is a must though
What would you recommend to removing paint off a 100 yr old door? Tons of paint.
A chemical dip strip tank. It more than likely has lead based paint as well
Blasting wood isn't something I would think to be a good idea, but you just showed how well it works with soda. Also I just took a look at your web page... fantastic work!
Thank you. I was skeptical at first as well, and granted, it doesn’t work on every application, but it has saved me Countless hours on several projects.
Hi. Can you reclaim and re-use any of the medium? Thinking drop cloths... or is it too fine and blows away... or too contaminated?
Cheers
I have not tried, but I wondered the same thing. If I tried I would buy one Mr those spray tents and try it inside of there . If you try it let me n know!
@@the323vlog4 if i knew you were up I'd have brought an extra coffee ;)
@@wayne00k 😁
@@the323vlog4 Hi, "for economic" and mobility-once in the past, we used half of the tent without a floor (for fishing because we had one -no used- it worked) also no damage the dome, you can protect it with a large cardboard (e.g. from furniture boards)
@@tomeka7782 great tips! Thank you
Wiooow
Can I use this on the flat parts of a large piece such as an armoire or only on ornate pieces?
You could. I feel like my sander is just as efficient on those areas.
Do you think I really need the desiccant dryer??
Absolutely. Moisture and baking soda will gum up immediately and clog it
I tried without it and had problems from the get-go
Thanks for the video !
My pleasure!
Does this round any of the sharp edges? And would you recommend using this on soft woods?
I have not noticed it affecting any edging, one of the reasons I love it. I always recommend testing it first on a discreet area, but I’ve used it on several species.
@@the323vlog4 have you used it on pine?
@@kaiserbailey yes, unless the finish is really worn down it will more than like tear it up a bit
Love this! Thank you! Very helpful
Glad it helped!
this is very helpful, thank you
My pleasure!
Thank you for this information!
My pleasure!
What size compressor are you running here ? Thanks
Ingersol 80 gallon
@@the323vlog4 Thats huge , im getting a 100 L one
@@Donovanthegoodthings I have a separate video on choosing the right compressor for these guns if you care to check it out. It may help.
@@the323vlog4 link please
@@Donovanthegoodthings th-cam.com/video/YmxVgyJuLSs/w-d-xo.html
do i need a Desiccant Dryer?
I would definitely recommend one. It keeps the moisture out of the air hose line. Moisture with baking soda is no bueno
@@the323vlog4 can you explain what that is? I tried soda blasting once and the clogging was a drag.
@@chateaucastle1 something along the lines of this:
amzn.to/3Bhh1hC
It goes between the compressor and the soda blasting gun to filter and dry the air. You want clean, dry air. Moisture is your enemy
What's the finish like? Eg. Is it smooth, pitted etc...
In my experience, if the finish is worn out and comes off semi easily, the soda media won’t damage the wood at all. Depends on substrate as well. But if you try to blast a more stubborn finish like paint and or gloss coats, you’re going g to destroy the wood before it takes the finish off. It does really well for me on older pieces with tired finishes
How does it work for degreasing an engine and the undercarriage of a car?
I have no idea, I only work on furniture. Sorry
The reason I'm here is because I've just bought a wooden sailing dinghy and the idea of sanding the entire boat terrifies me. Why sandblasting isn't adopted in boat restoration amazes me.
What is it like removing paint?
Haven’t tried it much. I don’t think it would work very well to be honest
Have you seen those new laser finish removal guns yet?! Now that would be a time saver!
@@the323vlog4 it looked like it removed the varnish ok. What's easier to remove, paint or varnish?
@@the323vlog4 yes I've seen the laser. I'm not sure if it's wise to use on wood though.
@@the323vlog4 I'm in Australia and it's 11:25am. It must be around 3am in the US. Insomnia?