"Show your creativity with the DIY Wheel refurbishment method"
"Used alloy wheels Lancashire"
[ "Show your creativity with DIY Wheel refurbishment methodsThe fact that the wheels of a car attain an old and gloomy look after a period of time cant be denied. Getting a new pair would cost you a fortune. Plus, looks arent the only factor deciding wheel replacement. Looking for a cheaper option to make your wheels look new again? Wheel refurbishment is a good way of enhancing the looks of your carYou can get your Used alloy wheels Lancashire refurbished at a garage or even try a DIY method at home. Obviously, the latter option will cost you less. If you are ready to spare a few hours then roll up your sleeves and renew the looks of your wheelsMaterials neededPrimerColoured paintMasking tapeClearcoatSandpaperJackstandStage 1: Wheel removalThe first step is to remove the wheel from the vehicle. You will need a jack stand to lift the car a bit and then detach the wheel. You can replace it with a spare tyre by the time the current wheel is refurbished or you can leave the car on the jack standStage 2: remove or cover the tyreYou would not want any paint or primer to ruin the tyre. So, its better to remove it from the wheel or cover it with a masking tape or newspaper. This will protect the rubber area from getting stained or damagedStage 3: SandingYou can start this process by using a thicker grain of sandpaper. This will help in removing the paint. It is only when the paint is removed that you can repaint it. After the paint has been taken off, you can use finer sandpaper to minimise the scratch marks. You will need a smooth and plain base for your paint layers. Not removing the marks will create a rough baseStage 4: CleaningThe wheel rim should be thoroughly cleaned. You can either use water or a cleaning agent. But make sure that you dry it before proceeding with the next step.Stage 5: PrimerThe step is pretty simple. You just need to spray a few layers of primer on the wheel rim. Make sure that the wheel surface is dry and free of all the dust particles. After spraying the primer, you will have to wait for it to dry before you can move aheadStage 6: colour paintingSelect a colour you prefer for your wheels and spray 3 to 5 layers. Again, make sure that the primer has dried and the surface is dust-free. You should preferably choose spray colours as they are more convenient and also offer even layersStage 7: ClearcoatYou would not want to damage your paint. Applying a clear coat is essential to protect the refurbished wheel from any kind of damageStage 8: Finishing upAfter the clear coat has dried up, you will now be doing the finishing work. You just need to remove the masking tape or newspaper from the tyre and detach it back to the wheel. Now, lift the car using a jack stand and fix the wheel to your vehicleWheel refurbishment can be a little messy with all the paint but its a good way of showing your creativity while saving a few bucks" ]