Method Comparison
Paint Over vs Sandblasting
Side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right graffiti removal method
preventive
Paint Over
Price$1 – $4 per sq ft
Time1–2 hours
Effectiveness6/10
Best ForBudget-friendly quick fix for painted surfaces with recurring graffiti
Compatible Surfaces
ConcreteBrickStuccoWoodMetal
mechanical
Sandblasting
Price$4 – $10 per sq ft
Time2–5 hours
Effectiveness9/10
Best ForHeavy graffiti on durable surfaces like concrete and brick
Compatible Surfaces
ConcreteBrickStoneMetal
Pros & Cons
Paint Over
✅ Pros
- •Most affordable option
- •Quick turnaround
- •Easy to apply
- •Good for recurring areas
⚠️ Cons
- •Doesn't remove graffiti
- •Color matching challenges
- •May look patchy
- •Repeated application needed
Sandblasting
✅ Pros
- •Extremely effective
- •Removes deep-set paint
- •Works on rough surfaces
- •Fast removal
⚠️ Cons
- •Can damage soft materials
- •Dust generation
- •Noisy operation
- •Not suitable for glass
Our Verdict
Sandblasting scores higher on effectiveness (9/10), while Paint Over is the more budget-friendly option at $1 – $4 per sq ft/sqft.
Choose Paint Over if you need budget-friendly quick fix for painted surfaces with recurring graffiti. Choose Sandblasting if you need heavy graffiti on durable surfaces like concrete and brick.
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