How fast is laser restoration?

There are a few variations to take into consideration. These include type of substrate (surface), type of contamination, thickness of contamination, and size of laser being used. For a general starting point, with a 300 w laser, is anywhere from 15 - 40 sq ft per hour. While higher wattage will yield a higher area per hour, we must consider what type of substrate is being cleaned before use.

Can you clean any type of wood?

The short answer is yes! What is more important than the type of wood is the contaminate being removed. Polyurethane and linseed oils do not respond well to laser treatment.

With stains, the darker the better. Laser treatment does work on lighter stains, but it is more efficient the darker it is. This concept is much the same as choosing a lighter colour shirt on a warm summer day. Lighter colours absorb heat less than that of a darker colour.

Although all woods are good candidates for laser cleaning, generally speaking, harder wood types are more efficient (ie. Oak, Maple, Walnut).

If you are unsure of the type of wood and/or finish on top, we will gladly do a trial sample to see if laser cleaning is right for you!

For stainless steel/aluminum, will laser cleaning result in pickle/passivation?

Yes! Laser cleaning removes any foreign contaminates from your surface/welds. No need for harsh chemicals and wasted wait time.

Laser cleaning is also fantastic at removing heat tint/weld discolouration, etc. Say goodbye to the wire wheel!