Business Details
36 Years
experience
Expert Blast Cleaning & Coating Services in Hailsham
Established in 1990, Sussex Blast Cleaning is a fully ISO 9001-registered company specialising in blast cleaning, surface preparation, and advanced coating systems. Our expertise spans commercial, industrial, and heritage projects, including iconic restorations like the Cutty Sark and Kew Gardens' Temperate House. With a dedicated factory in Hailsham, East Sussex, we offer both on-site and in-house services, utilising cutting-edge technology such as UHP water jetting and DOFF steam cleaning.Our team's decades of experience ensures compliance with rigorous standards like NORSOK and ICORR/NACE Level 3 inspections. We partner with leading coating manufacturers to deliver durable, high-specification finishes for clients ranging from Royal Parks to multinational oil companies.
Services
Blast Cleaning
Grit Blasting
UHP Water Jetting
Shot Blasting
Sand Blasting
Metal Fabrication
Paint Inspection
Steam Cleaning
Tank Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- ISO 9001-certified processes since 1990
- Completed iconic heritage projects like Cutty Sark
- NORSOK M501 and ICORR/NACE Level 3 compliance
- Dedicated factory with enclosed blast rooms and coating booths
- Partnership with leading coating specialists like AkzoNobel
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Highest quality work
Professional and conscientious
First class job
Flexible and reliable
Excellent technical expertise
Services
Blast Cleaning
Our blast cleaning services remove coatings, rust, and contaminants using grit, shot, or sand blasting. This prepares surfaces for durable coatings in industrial and heritage projects. Techniques meet SA3 standards for critical infrastructure.
Metal Fabrication
We offer complete metal fabrication and restoration, including heritage ironwork, security gates, and structural components. Services include hot zinc spraying and powder coating for lasting finishes in both private and commercial settings.
Paint Inspection
Our ICCOR and NACE-certified inspectors ensure coating quality across the UK. We conduct on-site corrosion surveys, specification advice, and application guidance for industrial and marine environments requiring compliance with international standards.
Steam Cleaning
The DOFF steam system cleans brick, stone, and concrete at 150C without damage. Ideal for heritage sites, it removes paint, graffiti, and grime from sensitive surfaces while meeting environmental standards for minimal disruption.
Tank Restoration
Specialising in tank linings and refurbishment since 2006, we use automated processes to restore storage facilities. Our fibre-reinforced linings extend tank life by 15+ years while reducing downtime and environmental impact through dust-free methods.
Questions
What blast cleaning methods do you offer?
We provide grit blasting, shot blasting, sand blasting, UHP water jetting, and DOFF steam cleaning for varied surface preparation needs.
Do you handle heritage restoration projects?
Yes, we've restored landmarks including Cutty Sark, Beachy Head Lighthouse, and Kew Gardens' Temperate House since 1990.
Are you ISO 9001 certified?
Yes, we've maintained ISO 9001 registration since 2000, ensuring quality management across all operations.
What coating systems do you use?
We work with leading manufacturers to apply hot zinc, powder coatings, and NORSOK M501-compliant systems for marine and industrial environments.
Do you operate nationwide?
We cover the UK including London, Midlands, and Scotland, with recent projects at Exxon Mobil and Royal Parks locations.
Can you handle tank refurbishment?
Our automated tank restoration process extends floor life by 15+ years while reducing downtime and environmental impact through dust-free methods.
