Blasting costs are often misunderstood because they depend on how quickly your abrasive is consumed. This calculator uses pot size, refill time, and abrasive density to estimate hourly consumption, then combines that with abrasive cost, disposal, labor, and equipment to show a realistic cost per square foot. By focusing only on actual usage, this tool gives you a straightforward way to measure and compare blasting efficiency.
Abrasive Cost Per Square Foot Calculator
COST PER SQUARE FOOT CALCULATOR
Estimate blasting cost/ft² using abrasive consumption from pot size, refill time, and density.
Formula: (A(B+C)+D+E)/X. A = lbs/hr abrasive consumption, B = $/lb, C = disposal $/lb, D = labor $/hr, E = equipment $/hr, X = ft²/hr.
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Formula: (A(B+C)+D+E)/X
Cost per ft²
$0.00
Cost per m²
$0.00
1 m² = 10.7639 ft²
Total cost
$0.00
Disclaimer: This estimate is based on continuous production at the given rate. Real-world costs vary with mobilization, setup, access, containment, weather, and downtime. Adjust inputs as needed.

