Media Blasting Resource Center

Everything you need to know about media blasting for log homes — before & after photos, project spotlights, products we use, educational videos, and white papers from our field experts.

BEFORE & AFTER

Before/After

Garret cabin - full exterior blast

Jan 2024

Before/After

Roof deck restoration — NC mountains

Mar 2025

Before/After

Failed stain removal - Poconos

Feb 2024

PROJECT SPOTLIGHTS

Garrett Cabin — Full Exterior Blast & Stain Prep

Three-day blasting project on a 2,400 sq ft log home. Removed 12-year-old failed stain, glass bead media, full tarp collection system. Ready for Sashco log finish.

Garrett Cabin — Full Exterior Blast & Stain Prep

Three-day blasting project on a 2,400 sq ft log home. Removed 12-year-old failed stain, glass bead media, full tarp collection system. Ready for Sashco log finish.

VIDEOS

VIDEO

What is media blasting? Quick overview

2 min

VIDEO

Glass vs corn cob media — which is better?

4 min

VIDEO

Tarp and glass collection on-site walkthrough

3 min

WHITE PAPERS & GUIDES

Choosing the right blast media for your log home

Glass vs corn cob vs walnut shell — a field comparison

Eco-friendly surface restoration — why we use recycled glass

Environmental considerations for log home blasting

What to expect on your media blasting project day

Homeowner prep guide — tarps, pets, parking, access

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