Graffiti Removal DTLA

Why Speed Matters

Graffiti not only affects a property's appearance — it sends a message. Whether it appears on metal, wood, stone, or plastic surfaces, swift removal is essential to protect a building’s image, prevent recurrence, and maintain the professionalism expected in commercial and residential settings. SMW Restoration understands that timing is everything. We respond quickly to restore integrity and aesthetics with minimal disruption.

Surface-Specific Expertise

Every material requires a tailored approach. Our teams are trained to assess damage and execute removal using non-invasive, surface-specific techniques:

• Metal: Clean, strip, and regrain stainless steel or aluminum to original finish; apply protective patina if needed
• Wood Panels: Strip coatings, sand, and refinish while preserving the wood grain beneath graffiti damage
• Plastic & Composite: Restore elevator directional panels and signage with gentle abrasion and sealing
• Stone Surfaces: Chemical cleaning and poultice extraction techniques to lift deep pigment stains without damaging the stone

Featured Projects

• Downtown Los Angeles | Steel Frames
  Graffiti was removed from two prominent steel frames at a retail-adjacent property. SMW stripped and cleaned the surfaces, then applied a custom universal patina to match the original finish — all within 24 hours to restore curb appeal and prevent further tagging.
• Mid-City | Elevator Interior Restoration
  SMW completed graffiti removal on elevator panels made of wood veneer, brushed metal, and plastic indicator panels. Each surface was carefully stripped, repaired, and refinished to restore a uniform, professional appearance without the need for full replacement.
• Creative Office Campus | Public Entryway Panels
  Multiple graffiti tags were found on textured aluminum entry panels along a pedestrian corridor. Our team performed a same-day restoration using a dry stripping method and hand-re-graining to match the panel's original finish, preserving the building's upscale exterior branding.
• Residential High-Rise | Rooftop Deck Furniture
  Graffiti was discovered on a series of teak wood benches and side tables in a shared rooftop lounge. SMW sanded, refinished and re-oiled all affected surfaces, blending the repairs seamlessly while protecting the natural tone of the wood. The job was completed before weekend tenant events without disruption.

The SMW Advantage

• Fast-response scheduling for high-visibility areas
• Specialty coatings and surface blending for seamless results
• Discreet teams trained for occupied commercial spaces
• Restoration, not just removal — ensuring your surfaces look as intended

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