{"id":2,"date":"2026-05-11T11:50:44","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T11:50:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vapourtech.co.za\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2026-05-12T18:50:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T18:50:10","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vapourtech.co.za\/?page_id=2","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><br><strong>Vapour honing<\/strong> (also called <strong>vapour blasting<\/strong>, <strong>wet blasting<\/strong>, or <strong>liquid honing<\/strong>) is a surface-finishing process that uses a mix of water, compressed air, and fine abrasive media to clean, smooth, or restore metal surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s commonly used in automotive restoration, aerospace, motorcycles, tooling, and precision engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How it works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A machine mixes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Abrasive media (usually glass bead)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compressed air<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This slurry is blasted at a part under pressure. The water cushions the abrasive impact, so the process is gentler than dry sandblasting while still removing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Oxidation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corrosion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbon buildup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paint residue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surface contamination<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the finish looks like<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vapour blasting usually leaves:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A smooth satin finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A clean, factory-like appearance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less surface roughness than dry blasting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s especially popular for restoring:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Aluminum engine casings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carburetors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motorcycle parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gearboxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stainless steel components<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Typical results<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/hTCUWgqwCrmecepMROwlcnIaIeqTZp1IxBLPDNrWeOm5mX8wVHMiMkxGwugBBvDsSF6Qnp7wVwlziQPuvEXHlTKmhKjvUgmFKKsEu3AL5pDl5uA7dsRZh5NjLocScHFBrJw7RJDgsOJ783y8gtp3goAkxYJb8E2dB6FQFE8-s_8?purpose=inline\" alt=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/FmlePF58ilFJ1e9Y4xDIVZ9GfS0-co5OhOYaJIQfMuJk7ttIyXgmwhwLubvuhrZmUOKKoKXniP3H9MOyFeoChNXAVKc-DHGrXKMoYmIBJCTq_FrTwGXlE_DJ2lJ5laEDjXU-Io0l_jD4k3jXn-PpQVdm3AMSIJj6rEGqxl8B4XgxyJVn1vNI5NYSDThtWoYt?purpose=fullsize\" style=\"width:222px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Difference between vapour blasting and dry sandblasting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Vapour Blasting<\/th><th>Dry Sandblasting<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Uses water + abrasive slurry<\/td><td>Uses dry abrasive only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gentler on surfaces<\/td><td>More aggressive<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Produces smoother finish<\/td><td>Produces rougher texture<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Less dust<\/td><td>Creates significant dust<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lower heat buildup<\/td><td>More friction\/heat<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Better for delicate alloys<\/td><td>Better for heavy stripping<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common blasting media<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The abrasive used depends on the desired finish:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Glass bead<\/strong> \u2192 smooth satin finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aluminum oxide<\/strong> \u2192 more aggressive cutting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ceramic media<\/strong> \u2192 durable, fine finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plastic media<\/strong> \u2192 delicate materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advantages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Excellent cosmetic finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced dust<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower risk of warping thin parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleans complex shapes well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps close surface pores on aluminum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Often safer for softer metals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limitations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not ideal for heavy rust removal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parts must be dried properly afterward<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can leave trapped media if components aren\u2019t cleaned thoroughly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requires specialized equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Industries and uses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll often see vapour honing used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Classic car restoration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motorcycle engine rebuilds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aerospace components<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food-processing equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Precision-machined parts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vapour honing (also called vapour blasting, wet blasting, or liquid honing) is a surface-finishing process that uses a mix of water, compressed air, and fine abrasive media to clean, smooth, or restore metal surfaces. 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