Crystal Soda Blast Blog

Yesterday, around 9am, a car crashed into a 76 Station gas pump at the 900 Block of James Street in Seattle. We were called around 3pm that afternoon to come and clean up the fire damage.

You’ve probably heard that lead paint can be a dangerous thing. And you’ve probably also heard that you should “check” or “test” the type of paint used on your home. But what do these things really mean, and what can you do about them?

Last month, Final 2012 construction spending numbers were released by the US Census Bureau in their January 2013 Press Release. This graphic illustrates some of the comparisons in public, private, and total construction spending from 2011 to 2012.

We'll be hosting a drop-in open house with a catered luncheon on March 12, 2013 from 11:00am to 1:00pm to reveal our new offices. So, mark it on your calendars! We recently expanded into our new offices in Kent, WA. We were previously located in Bellevue, WA but outgrew our space and found a 10,000 square foot office/yard space in Kent.

If you’re looking to refinish a concrete floor, clean the soot off your fireplace, or just want to remove layers of paint from a hard surface, you’re probably wondering if it’s time to call in a professional. Anytime you have a large surface area or are dealing with potentially hazardous materials, at the very least, you’ll want to consult with a professional for information.

In April of this year, we started a 30-day architectural sandblasting project in Marysville, WA. Our crews worked long days – and just about every day – sandblasting the newest location of The Everett Clinic.

Do you have a small project that needs blasting? Here are some tips for doing your own sandblasting as well as a list of local resources. If you have a movable item to blast such as a car or small boat, we recommend taking it to one of these local blast booths.

Bleach is the cleaning product of choice for many people. Its versatility makes it a common ‘go-to’ cleaning product as it is effective for everything from removing stains from clothes to disinfecting counters or baby bottles. But there are times when using bleach is less than ideal, especially when dealing with molds.

What is asbestos? And how can you determine if you or those you love are in danger of exposure to this harmful substance? Exposure to asbestos increases your risk of developing lung disease, as breathing in airborne asbestos causes asbestos fibers to embed in lung tissue.

At Crystal Soda Blast, we continually monitor the performance of the construction industry and look for trends that help us better understand the overall picture. This infographic shows some of the trends that we’ve noticed in the past few months.