The Diamond WheelHub: Our Refurbishment Process

Powder coating is the refurbishment of the whole wheel.

This process is removes blemishes and corrosion, each wheel inspected for damage and repaired of kerb rash or scratches along the way if needs be.

The wheel then goes through the powder coating application, the wheels undergo a pre-heated industrial oven to de-gas the alloy, then the powder coat primer is applied. Once the rims have cooled, the final clear coat is applied, and the wheels returned to the oven for an additional 30 minutes to set. After which final inspection is conducted to ensure the quality or the paint is second to none.

The powder coat primer could be a total colour change, or to colour match a wheel to its original finish. (Option is completely down to the owner).

Refurbishing a diamond cut alloy wheel follows a similar process to powder coating, but includes an additional precision-cutting stage. Using a specialist diamond cutting lathe, a thin layer of metal is carefully removed from the wheel's surface to restore its distinctive, polished diamond cut finish.

Corrosion is a common issue with diamond cut alloy wheels, as it can be difficult to achieve a long-lasting protective lacquer finish on a polished metal surface. Even small stone chips can damage the lacquer, allowing moisture to get underneath. Over time, this can cause the lacquer to deteriorate, resulting in a cloudy or discoloured appearance.

Diamond cutting is a highly precise process that requires specialist equipment and careful attention to detail. As a result, refurbishing diamond cut alloy wheels typically takes longer than a standard powder coating refurbishment.

The Diamond Cut process:

1. We remove the tyres using professional equipment.
2. We mark the tyres and wheels with matching ID numbers to avoid mix-ups.
3. We use a special jet machine to clean your alloy wheels from dirt and grit.
4. We de-grease the surface.
5. We place the wheel into the lathe for high-precision cutting focusing on damaged spots.
6. We move the wheel into the pressure-controlled oven to remove any air out of the alloy.
7. We apply a layer of lacquer to protect your wheels from wear and tear.
8. We let your alloys cool for about 20-30 minutes.
9. We carefully inspect the surface to make sure the finish is even and matches our high standards.
10. We refit your tyres, check the pressure, and balance the wheels.

For drivers searching for diamond cut alloy wheel repairs, alloy wheel repair near me, diamond cut wheel repair, alloy wheel refurbishment, scuffed alloy wheel repair, kerb damage alloy repair, alloy wheel specialists or The Diamond WheelHub, our team is here to help. The Diamond WheelHub offers expert alloy wheel repair and refurbishment support, helping restore the appearance, finish and condition of your wheels with precision, care and attention to detail.

Whether your alloy wheels have kerb damage, scratches, corrosion or general wear, The Diamond WheelHub can help bring them back to a cleaner, sharper finish while helping you avoid the cost of replacing the wheel entirely.