Brick Sandblasting Cape Town removes paint, soot, graffiti and staining from suitable brickwork and masonry. Describe the wall once and compare quotes from contractors who assess the brick before they blast.
- For homeowners, body corporates, restorers and building contractors.
- Gentler cleaning is often better. A good contractor will say so.
Describe your brickwork once and compare brick sandblasting quotes.
Get Brick Sandblasting QuotesSuitable Work
- Paint removal from hard face brick walls.
- Soot on fireplaces and chimney breasts.
- Graffiti on robust brick and blockwork.
- Restoring the original brick on painted extensions or garden walls.
Risks to Brick, Mortar and Historic Surfaces
- The fired face. Brick is hardest on its outer face. Blasting through it exposes the soft core, which absorbs water and crumbles.
- Soft and old brick. Older, low-fired bricks are especially vulnerable.
- Mortar. Joints erode faster than brick and may need repointing afterwards.
- Historic buildings. Abrasive cleaning can cause permanent damage, and heritage-listed buildings may need approval before work.
Assessment and Test Patch
Expect the contractor to check the brick type, the coating, the mortar and the age of the building, then test a small hidden area. The test shows whether the paint comes off cleanly and whether the brick face survives.
Gentler Options
- Low-pressure washing or steam for dirt and organic growth.
- Chemical paint strippers made for masonry, with rinsing.
- Soda or fine, low-pressure media for soot and light coatings.
- Leaving well-bonded paint and repainting, where removal would damage the brick.
Brick Cleaning and Blasting Prices
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Brick paving cleaning, residential (washing, not blasting) | R45 - R80 per m² |
| Brick paving cleaning, commercial (washing, not blasting) | R60 - R100 per m² |
| Protective sealant, applied | R35 - R60 per m² |
| Sandblasting surface preparation, for comparison | R80 - R150 per m² |
| Abrasive blasting of walls | Quoted per job after a test patch - no reliable published rate |
Ballpark figures, not quotations. Compiled from price guides and price lists published on South African websites (published between April 2025 and December 2025), checked 13 October 2026 and rounded. Most are national or Gauteng guides, so Cape Town quotes can differ. Unless a row says so, the sources do not state whether VAT is included, so confirm VAT on every quote. Photos, an inspection and a written quote set the actual price.
What Affects a Brick Quote
- Wall area and height, and whether scaffolding is needed.
- How many paint layers and what type of paint.
- Protection of windows, doors, plants and paving.
- Repointing, sealing or repairs after.
- Clean-up and dust control in a built-up area.
What to Send With Your Request
- Photos of the wall and close-ups of the brick and mortar.
- Approximate area or wall length and height.
- Age of the building, if known.
- What needs removing: paint, soot, graffiti or staining.
For other surfaces and methods, see Sandblasting Cape Town.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will sandblasting damage my brick?
It can, if it removes the hard fired face. Hard face brick often copes, while soft or old brick may not. A test patch tells you before the whole wall is done.
Can paint be removed from face brick?
Often, but some paint has soaked into the brick and will not fully come out. The test patch shows what is realistic.
Will the mortar need repointing?
Sometimes. Blasting erodes mortar faster than brick. Ask whether repointing is included or quoted separately.
Is sandblasting allowed on a heritage building?
Structures older than 60 years are protected under the National Heritage Resources Act, and altering them can need a permit from Heritage Western Cape. Check before any abrasive cleaning of an old or listed building.
What is gentler than sandblasting?
Low-pressure washing, steam, masonry paint strippers or soda blasting, depending on the brick and the coating.
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Sandblasting Cape Town is a free quote-comparison service. Work is assessed, quoted and carried out by independent contractors, and your agreement is with the contractor you appoint. Ask each one for a written quote, what is and is not included, proof of insurance and the payment terms before paying anything.
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