Dry Ice Blasting Scotland — Detailing Scotland

Dry Ice Blasting Scotland — Detailing Scotland

Detailing Scotland offers dry ice blasting for vehicles across Scotland, based at our specialist studio in Dunshalt, Fife. Dry ice blasting is the most effective method available for deep cleaning a vehicle's underside, engine bay, and cavities — and when paired with FEYNLAB Industrial V2 ceramic coating, it delivers a 10-year underside protection package that is genuinely transformative.

What Is Dry Ice Blasting?

Dry ice blasting uses compressed air to accelerate frozen CO2 pellets (dry ice) at a surface at high speed. On impact, the pellets sublimate instantly — converting from solid to gas — creating a micro-thermal shock that lifts and removes rust, oil, grease, road salt, underbody sealant, and decades of accumulated contamination from metal surfaces, without damaging the substrate underneath.

Unlike pressure washing, dry ice blasting leaves no secondary waste — the CO2 simply evaporates. Unlike chemical cleaning, it does not leave residues that inhibit coating adhesion. The result is a surface so clean it is ready for ceramic coating application immediately.

Dry Ice Blasting and Industrial Coating Services

• 10-Year Underside Protection (dry ice blast + FEYNLAB Industrial V2 coating): from £1,995 for used or older cars (age, mileage, size, and condition dependent)

• 10-Year Underside Protection for new or low mileage cars (4-stage decontamination + coating, no dry ice blast needed): from £995 (size dependent)

• Plant, farm, and factory equipment industrial ceramic coating — contact for quote

• FEYNLAB Industrial V2 provides 10-year protection for metal, wood, and concrete surfaces

Is Dry Ice Blasting Worth It?

For any vehicle you intend to keep for more than a few years, yes — unequivocally. Road salt and moisture attack bare metal relentlessly. Once corrosion takes hold underneath, it is expensive or impossible to reverse. A dry ice blast removes existing contamination completely, and the FEYNLAB Industrial V2 coating then locks out moisture and salt for a decade. We work with classic car owners, modern car enthusiasts, and fleet operators who understand that underside protection is not optional.

Beyond Cars — Plant, Farm, and Industrial Equipment

FEYNLAB Industrial V2 is not just for vehicles. We apply it to farm machinery, plant equipment, factory machinery, and structural metalwork. If you have equipment that suffers from corrosion, salt spray, or contamination, contact us to discuss a bespoke solution.

Frequently Asked Questions — Dry Ice Blasting Scotland

Where do you dry ice blast vehicles?

At our studio in Dunshalt, Fife — Unit 12, Greenmyre Farm, KY14 7ET. We serve clients from across Scotland, including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Perth, Stirling, and beyond.

How long does dry ice blasting take?

A full underside blast and industrial coating typically takes 2–3 days depending on the size and condition of the vehicle. We'll give you a specific timeline when we assess your car.

Will dry ice blasting remove rust?

Dry ice blasting removes loose rust, scale, and surface corrosion effectively. However, it cannot reverse deep structural rust that has pitted or eaten through the metal. We will assess and advise honestly — if repairs are needed before coating, we'll tell you.

Can you treat a classic car?

Yes — dry ice blasting is especially popular with classic and restoration car owners, as it is gentle enough to clean cavities and delicate areas without the damage risk of pressure washing or chemical stripping.

Get a Dry Ice Blasting Quote

Scotland-wide clients welcome. Contact Detailing Scotland at info@detailing-scotland.com or visit www.detailing-scotland.com. A £75 deposit secures your booking once we've discussed your vehicle.