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How to Paint Auto Wheels

Painting a cars wheels is one way to give it a unique look. You might also want to match the car color, hide chrome that has seen better days, or restore wheels to their original condition. Painting your wheels can be done in a couple of days.

Instructions

1

Clean the wheels thoroughly. Use soap and water and scrub them, making sure to get into the crevices to remove debris. Use a hose to rinse off the wheels.

2

Sand your wheels to remove the current finish, and help primer stick to the wheel. If your wheels are made of chrome, sand them until you get below the surface of the chrome. 120- to 320-grit sandpaper works well. If your wheels are knicked, try to sand down below the knick or sand the knick out. Remove final debris with a 600-grit sandpaper.

3

Tape around the outside of the wheel by placing tape on the tire. Trace and cut a moon-shaped piece of cardboard that can be placed at an angle between the wheel and wheel well. The moon shape should be no thicker than a half-moon. It will block paint from the spray.

4

Lay the wheel on a flat surface. Wear a mask to avoid inhaling the paint. Spray two to three coats of primer on the wheel and allow time to dry. Sand it using 600-grit sandpaper.

5

Spray two to three coats of the paint that you choose. If you have an area you are not happy with due to paint chips or dripping, you can correct it with fine sandpaper and a rubbing compound to restore shine. Allow time to dry, at least 24 hours.

6

Apply a clear coat. Two applications should suffice. Let it dry overnight.