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Strip paint precisely.
Not the surface.

Laser paint removal for metal, timber, heritage ironwork and architectural features. Single-layer or full strip — you choose the depth, we deliver the precision.

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Laser Paint Removal
The Process

How laser paint removal works

Laser paint removal works through a process called laser ablation. Pulsed laser energy rapidly heats the paint layer, causing it to break apart and detach from the surface without damaging the underlying material. On metal surfaces this removes coatings without abrasion, while on timber and architectural components it can precisely remove paint layers while preserving underlying detail. The removed coating is ejected as microscopic particles and vapour which are captured using industrial fume extraction.

Laser paint removal suits industrial and commercial applications including batch component stripping ahead of production re-coating, surface preparation for re-coating on fabricated steelwork, and heritage or architectural ironwork where chemical stripping is not appropriate. It is effective on steel, stainless steel, aluminium and cast iron across a wide range of component types and geometries.

Strip one layer or all layers — your choice
Works on steel, aluminium, cast iron, timber, concrete
Heritage-safe — no mechanical stress or abrasion
No chemical solvents, neutralisers or disposal
Surface left clean and ready for re-coating
Suitable for in-situ and workshop conditions
Suitable Surfaces
Mild steel & structural steel
Cast iron & wrought iron
Aluminium extrusions & panels
Timber (hardwood & softwood)
Heritage stonework & render
Concrete & masonry
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Results

Before & After

Door after laser paint removal — bare timber revealed
Door before laser paint removal — peeling white paint
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Common Questions

Questions about laser paint removal

In most cases, yes. Different paint types, colours and ages have different laser energy absorption profiles. We tune the parameters to ablate the target layer and test before committing to the full area. Results depend on layer differentiation — we'll advise after the test patch.
Yes. Laser ablation leaves a clean, dry substrate with a microscale surface profile that's ideal for adhesion. There's no chemical residue, no moisture, no neutralisation required. Most clients proceed directly to primer.
Yes. The laser head is hand-operated and can follow complex profiles — ornate ironwork, curved panels, detailed castings. Access is the main limiting factor, not geometry.
Depends on the paint type and thickness. Thin, single-coat finishes typically lift in one pass. Multiple thick layers may require multiple passes at adjusted settings. We'll give you an honest estimate after the test patch.
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