Clean down to the original finish.
Road grime, grease and caked-on dirt, carefully lifted away. A non-abrasive clean made for premium cars, with no sanding, no water and no chemicals. Just dry ice, and the factory finish that's been hiding underneath.
By appointment in Fremont, CA. Serving all surrounding areas.
Ice in. Grime off. Nothing left behind.
Dry ice pellets are frozen CO₂ at −78 °C. Fired at the surface with compressed air, they flash-freeze dirt, grease and undercoating so it cracks and lifts away.
The pellets then turn straight to gas. There's no sand to chase out of crevices, no water forced into electrical, and no chemical residue on the part. The only thing left to sweep up is what came off.
| Question | Dry ice blasting | Sandblasting | Soda blasting | Pressure washing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wears down the surface | No, it's non-abrasive | Yes, removes metal and finish | Mildly | Can lift paint and decals |
| Uses water | None | None | Often | Yes, under high pressure |
| Leaves media behind | Nothing, it turns to gas | Grit in every seam | Residue to rinse off | Wastewater and runoff |
| Safe around wiring and seals | Yes, dry and non-conductive | No | With care | No |
What we clean
Every car is assessed individually, and the approach is planned around its finishes, materials and condition.
Undercarriage and suspension
Road grime, old undercoating, grease and overspray removed down to the factory finish, without harming bushings, brake lines or seals.Collector cars, restorations, pre-sale prep
Engine bays
Oil, baked-on grime and dust lifted from around wiring, sensors and connectors, with no water anywhere near the electrical system.Show cars, enthusiast builds, pre-sale prep
Restoration and coating prep
Parts, frames and assemblies cleaned of grease and contaminants ahead of teardown, refinishing or powder coat, with no media to chase out afterward.Restoration shops, powder coaters, builders
Auction and pre-sale detailing
A documented, clean underside and engine bay that photographs well and shows buyers there's nothing to hide.Private sales, auctions and consignment
The underside tells the real story.
Whether you're preparing for a sale, a show, or simply want it right, the underside is where a car's care shows. A clean, original underside proves it's been looked after, down to the metal.
We clean it, then document it, so you have the photos for a buyer, a show or your own records.
Inquiry FormWhat we bring back underneath
- Floor pans and frame rails
- Suspension, bushings and mounts
- Factory markings and original finishes
- Fluid lines, fittings and seals
- Wheel wells and inner fenders
How a job works
A careful assessment, meticulous work, and a full record of the results.
Send photos
Use the form below to tell us what you have. A few photos of the area help us quote accurately.
Get a tailored plan
We plan the approach around your car's condition and finishes, and walk you through it before anything is booked.
Blast day
Work is done by appointment at our shop in Fremont. We take the time each car needs, working section by section.
Walkthrough and photos
We go over the results with you and send before and after photos for your records or listing.
Inquiry Form
Tell us about your car and the result you're after. We'll follow up to talk through its condition and the right approach.
- Instagram@notracesurface
- Service areaFremont, CA and surrounding areas
- HoursBy appointment
- Phone(510) 945-7169
- Emailnotracesurface@gmail.com
Request sent
Thanks. We'll review the details and be in touch personally to talk through your car.