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Professional Graffiti Removal

Heritage-safe DOFF steam cleaning with 24-48 hour rapid response

Trusted by councils, universities, FM providers, and conservation officers across Scotland.

Heritage Approved
HES Compliant
Rapid Response
24-48 Hours
IRATA Member
Full Member 8221/O
Insured
£10m Cover

Struan provides specialist graffiti removal using DOFF steam cleaning for heritage buildings and commercial properties acrossGlasgow,Edinburgh, and Scotland. IRATA rope access available for high-level vandalism.

Graffiti Removal Methods

We select the appropriate method based on surface type and heritage sensitivity.

DOFF Steam Cleaning

Heritage Buildings

Superheated steam (150°C) at low pressure. No chemicals, no surface damage. Approved by Historic Environment Scotland.

Best for: Sandstone, limestone, granite, brick, listed buildings

Chemical Removal

Non-Porous Surfaces

Fast-acting graffiti removers for metal, glass, and painted surfaces. Effective and efficient.

Best for: Metal shutters, glass, signage, painted surfaces

Pressure Washing

Robust Surfaces

Controlled high-pressure for surfaces that can withstand pressure. Not suitable for heritage stone.

Best for: Concrete, tarmac, robust cladding

Urgent Graffiti Removal Required?

24-48 hour response available in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Rapid removal prevents repeat vandalism and permanent staining.

Request Rapid Response

Why Rapid Removal Matters

Professional Image

Graffiti damages business reputation. Rapid removal maintains customer confidence.

Prevents Repeats

Quick removal discourages vandals. Unremoved graffiti attracts more vandalism.

Easier When Fresh

Fresh graffiti removes 90-100%. Aged graffiti penetrates deeper into porous surfaces.

Council Compliance

Councils may require rapid removal under environmental regulations.

Three Access Methods - Any Location

All methods provided in-house for high-level graffiti on facades, bridges, and infrastructure.

Ground Level

Standard access for 90% of projects

Shopfronts, ground-floor walls, doors, shutters, low-level facades

MEWP Access

Cherry picker for mid-height

Upper floor facades, signage, building sections up to 50ft

IRATA Rope Access

Any height capability

High-rise buildings, bridges, tunnels, difficult-access locations. 9 certified technicians.

All Building Surfaces

Stone & Brick

Sandstone, limestone, granite, brick, terracotta

Metal Surfaces

Shutters, cladding, railings, signage

Glass

Windows, glazing, shopfronts

Painted Surfaces

Rendered walls, painted brick, facades

Concrete

Walls, pathways, car parks, underpasses

Plastics

Cladding, composite panels, signage

Heritage Buildings

Listed buildings, monuments, conservation areas

Infrastructure

Bridges, stations, bus shelters, tunnels

DOFF graffiti removal at University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow Case Study

Extensive spray paint graffiti removed from Category A listed sandstone using DOFF steam cleaning. 90%+ removal achieved with zero damage to 150+ year old stonework.

Delivered under conservation oversight with full photographic reporting.

View Full Case Study

Heritage Approved

DOFF complies with HES guidance

24-48 Hour Response

Rapid attendance available

IRATA Member

9 certified rope access technicians

Fully Insured

£10m EL / £10m PL cover

Graffiti Removal FAQs

Common questions about professional graffiti removal services

Get Your Graffiti Removal Quote

24-48 hour response available in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Free site assessment and quote.

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