Steve Firth (Steve Firth)) gurgled happily, sounding
much like they were saying:

Sand-blasting is IMO the refuge of an oaf and it will result in damage
to the beams no matter what anyone tells you.

I must admit, I _hate_ the look of sandblasted beams, often seen in pubs
that have been "done up". That "throbbing vein" look of the grain
standing proud, and the poor battered fibrous look. Eww. Makes me feel
sorry for the wood.