Graffiti gone. Fast. Effectively. Surface-safe.

Before any removal, we assess the surface (brick, stone, render, metal, glass, wood, plastic, concrete — each needs a different approach), the paint type (spray paint, marker pen, oil-based, water-based, etched), the location (public-facing, hidden, high-traffic), and any sensitivities (listed building, conservation area, delicate adjoining surfaces). We then recommend the right product and technique — gel stripper, poultice stripper, solvent, low-pressure wash, or combination. We discuss the likely result (some marks may leave a 'shadow' on porous surfaces — we'll be honest about this).

Brick and stone (sandstone, granite, limestone) are porous — paint absorbs into the surface. We use gel strippers (which cling to vertical surfaces and have a longer dwell time than liquid strippers) for surface paint. For absorbed paint, we use poultice strippers (a paste that's applied, covered, and left to draw the paint out of the pores over 24-48 hours). We don't use high-pressure washing on sandstone (it damages the face of the stone). Low-pressure wash for rinse. Multiple applications may be needed for stubborn paint.

Render and painted surfaces are easily damaged by aggressive strippers. We use mild, surface-safe strippers (often based on soy or citrus solvents rather than aggressive chemicals) and test on a small area first. The underlying paint colour may be affected (we'll flag this and discuss options — sometimes a small repaint is needed). Pebbledash is particularly challenging (the paint sits between the pebbles) — we use low-pressure wash with mild stripper, and we accept that 100% removal may not be possible on pebbledash. We're honest about expected results.

Metal, glass, and plastic need solvent-based removal — but the solvent must be compatible with the underlying coating. We assess the surface (painted metal, powder-coated metal, bare metal; tinted glass, toughened glass, coated glass; uPVC, polycarbonate) and choose a solvent that removes the graffiti without damaging the underlying surface. Some plastics (polycarbonate, in particular) are melted by common solvents — we use specialist plastic-safe products. For etched glass graffiti (scratched into the glass), we can polish out light etching (quoted separately) — deep etching may require glass replacement.

After removal, we can apply anti-graffiti coatings to make future graffiti easier and cheaper to remove. Sacrificial coatings (typically wax-based) — a clear coating that takes the graffiti, then is removed (with the graffiti) using hot water. The coating then needs reapplication. Cheaper upfront, ongoing reapplication cost. Non-sacrificial coatings (typically polyurethane) — a permanent clear coating that graffiti cannot bond to. Graffiti is removed with a simple solvent wipe. More expensive upfront, no ongoing reapplication. We'll recommend the right option for your surface and risk profile.

Rapid response — typically same-day or next-day for callouts before noon. 7 days a week (including weekends — graffiti often happens on Friday/Saturday nights). We carry £5m public liability. We're experienced working with local authorities (we have frameworks with several Scottish councils), transport operators (Network Rail, ScotRail, bus operators), private landlords, factors, and individual business owners. Fully documented — before and after photos, product data sheets, COSHH documentation, waste transfer notes (where applicable). Suitable for insurance claims.