E-TECH Motorsport Black Alloy Wheel Paint - 400ml

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With that in mind, we thought we’d bring you a few tips for a little home refurb and, although we do not recommend you do this with super-posh expensive wheels, it may be useful if you have a set that need a bit of love on a budget. Er, that’s about it. Easy. Now that you’ve got them painted and ready to put on your car, have a read of how to fit alloy wheels next. For a light refurb, however, you’re better off leaving as much of the original paint on there as you can. After all, more paint means more protection, kids. Repairs Instead of touching up or refreshing your old alloy wheels, you may decide to completely change the colour instead. No matter the colour you are looking to achieve, there will likely be a professional that can match it.

In time, due to weather conditions and all sorts of different environmental variations, the colour of your alloys can fade and look a bit dull. Alloyman is here to help. We provide a service that will give your car a new lease of life with just a fresh coat of paint along with a new seal of lacquer giving your alloys a "like new" look. You’re going to use three different types of coating on your wheels. You need a primer. You need spray paint designed specifically for automotive wheels. And you need a clear coat finish. It matters what the wheel is made of, too. Choose the right paint for steel, aluminum, or magnesium wheels. Repairing your alloys at home is also likely to be time-consuming, and can be very labour intensive. Taking up your time and energy that could be better spent elsewhere.Alloy wheels are something to be proud of. Well maintained alloys can make or break a car’s appearance, helping increase the value of your vehicle as well as looking fantastic on the road. That said, alloy wheels are not indestructible. Kerb scuffs and scratches on your alloys may take away the striking look of the rest of your car. But, when it comes to repairing them, is it worth paying a professional, or can you paint your alloys at home? If the wheels have rust, or the existing finish is damaged or chipped, you’ll need to scrub them with a wire brush, sand them with the extra-fine and then the super-fine sandpaper, and then rub them with steel wool to create a smooth, blemish-free surface. There’s also the age-old question of chemical paint strippers. These can be useful for corroded or severely damaged paint. Basically, you spray or brush them on, they’ll eat down to the metal, and you can scrape all the paint off (please wear gloves, a mask and goggles if you’re taking that route; it’s nasty stuff). It’s also true that professional wheel refurb peeps will acid dip the wheel to remove any trace of the old paint. But, bear in mind that the pros usually powdercoat wheels for a tough finish, rather than paint them. And, even if they do use paint, they’ll use a few coats of tough primer to protect the metal. To achieve a flawless finish, we would recommend hiring a professional. To find a local, reputable, tradesperson in your area and get a personalised alloy wheel painting quote use our free search feature. FAQs How long will an alloy wheel colour change take?

When painting alloy wheels, it’s important to use a high-quality paint that is specifically designed for the purpose. The type of paint used on alloy wheels should be durable and capable of withstanding the harsh conditions wheels are exposed to, such as heat from brakes and road debris. Alloy wheel paint types include specific wheel paint, epoxy paint, high-temperature paint, automotive enamel paint and powder coating. So there are two primary reasons you may want to consider applying paint to your alloy wheels yourself. The first is because you like the idea of a challenge and just want to be hands on with your car. If that is the case then may want to apply the alloy wheel paint yourself. Alloyman is a mobile business so we'll come to you to refurbish your wheels, whether that be at your home or at work — the only things we need to be able to get your alloys looking sparkling again are:How to Remove Baked On Brake Dust From Alloy Wheels: The Easy Way To Save Your Wheels Last Updated on 05 Oct

Calling in the professionals is likely to cost more than a DIY alloy repair job. Due to the reasons stated above, it may not be much more expensive, but it will likely cost a bit more. Before you can paint your rims, you must remove them from the car and prepare them for a new finish. Sure, you could just spray them as they sit, but the result will look awful and you’ll probably get overspray on your car’s paint in the process. Revamping your alloys yourself is a possibility, and one that some car users prefer to do themselves over hiring a professional; however, it does come with both upsides and downsides that are worth considering before you progress with applying alloy wheel paint yourself. The Pros of Painting Your Alloys YourselfDo you need new tyres?: If your tyres are old or damaged you will also need to pay for replacements. This will incur extra costs

Alloy wheel painting is much harder than it looks. There are lots of hard to reach, easy to miss places Once you’ve got a nice clean area to paint your wheels, you can lay them out. You’ll need plenty of room to get around each wheel to get your paint in all the nooks. To avoid any obvious runs, I find it best to lay them flat, rather than against a wall. Some people do recommend having them upright but I’m not sure why this is – it doesn’t make much sense to me unless you’re hanging them for powdercoat. Obviously, you’re going to need to find a way to support the car after you remove the wheels and while the painted rims are drying. So, make sure you’ve got that part of the plan figured out before you buy any materials. That said, there are ways that professional alloy wheel repair specialists can keep costs down. At ChipsAway, we can complete SMART alloy wheel repairs. SMART stands for “small to medium area repair technology” and it means that the repair can be kept localised to the damage, saving you both time and money. SMART repairs also allow our specialists to complete the repair without removing your alloy. Eliminating the need for re-balancing. Next, apply the paint. Follow the directions on the can with regard to spray distance, method, and number of recommended coats, otherwise the paint may run, which won’t look good. Be sure to get the paint between all of the wheel spokes, and also allow the paint to fully dry between coats.To prime the wheel for paint, use three light coats of self-etching spray primer, allowing each coat to dry between applications. Be sure to apply the primer between all of the wheel spokes. Other than that, it’s just basic stuff like wet & dry scotch pads, panel wipe, masking tape and possibly some filler. A sander will often help too… all will become clear. Get Set Up The short answer is yes,you can paint your alloy wheels. Painting alloy wheels is a popular way to change their appearance or refresh their look. Next, wash the wheels again, dry them, and apply the rubbing alcohol, paint thinner, or mineral spirits. Inspect the surface. It should be completely clean and smooth. If not, you’ll need to repeat the wire brushing, sanding, and steel wooling process. Once your tires are flat, you’ll want to get them as far away from the lips as possible. You’ll never totally break the bead without specialist equipment, but often you can move them just enough for masking by standing on the sidewall (not in our case, though, but you can’t have everything).