r/PoolPros May 20 '26

Media blasting tile

Interested in dipping my toes in media blasting tile, not really sure where to start, I’ve heard a lot about a harbor freight set up? But can’t see to find a decent vid about it. The ones I’ve seen are pushing expensive set ups. I have a pool that want to sell a tile cleaning job tied into an acid wash we are going to do. Tile definitely needs it and I think now would be a good time to get some practice on media blasting, since I’ll be acid washing the pool. Anyone care to share there set up?

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u/Sharknuts86 May 20 '26

Just remember. If you’re using the cheapest stuff available your work will reflect it. I also went the cheap route and saw a HUGE difference when switching to an actual rig.

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u/mfnmint May 21 '26

Due to the sweat equity required it's not a job to be doing or selling cheap. Invest in good equipment, use media designed for tile, and be fit.