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They used what's called large particle sandblasting, Kevin. Larger particles give you harder impact and deeper penetration. Smaller particles give less impact and less penetration (and a smoother surface). At this point I doubt there is much to do but prime it. Epoxy primer is good but can be costly. Plain old lacquer primer is a whole lot less expensive but some people today have decided it isn't what they want. You can cut it 1.25 to 1 (thinner to primer) and it will go on nicely. Even 1:1 is okay if you're living where it is a little cooler. A product like this: Evercoat 102260 – Dura Build 2.1 Gray Gal is about $100 a gallon plus your thinner (get a slow dry thinner this time of year).