DIY Dust Collectors for Blast Cabinets

A sandblasting cabinet is used to smooth certain industrial materials or give a worn look to other items. Not many people realize it, but new jeans that look worn have been sandblasted. While the materials in a sandblaster usually remain contained within the closed-in area, you still may need to clean up your sandblaster at times. You can use basic household items to collect dust in your sandblaster to keep it clean.

Screwdriver
Hand vacuum
Rag
Alcohol
Gum out
Spray bottle
Hose with a nozzle-end
Sandpaper
Hand broom

Instructions

- 1
  Open up the enclosed sandblasting area. Most models have a lift-off door or shield that can be easily removed using a screwdriver or a safety latch.
- 2
  Vacuum out the inside using a dust buster or another hand vacuum. Bring in the vacuum through the door and suck up any loose pieces inside.
- 3
  Wet a rag with alcohol or an industrial cleaner. Wipe down the inside of the cabinet and loosen any particles.
- 4
  Place a small amount of Gum Out into a spray bottle. Spray down the inside of the cabinet and let the material sit for five minutes before wiping it off.
- 5
  Use a hose with a nozzle-end to spray off the blasting area. Point it at particularly dirty areas.
- 6
  Wet the rag again with hot water. Run it over the entirety of the cabinet.
- 7
  Use a piece of sandpaper to break up any last stuck pieces. Sweep out the entire cabinet with a hand broom.

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