Applying a custom painted finish to your alloy wheels can produce a truly stunning look which compliments the cars bodywork. Many clients are now asking us to apply a ‘ghost chrome’ paint effect, which you can see on the image here where it was applied to Audi rims.
A ghost chrome finish produces a realistic metallic paint effect which is lighter in shade, and a little more see through than shadow chrome.
Our technicians are highly skilled at applying bespoke techniques like this and have the capabilities to create stunning custom looks to each client’s specific requirements. We are more than happy to discuss options with clients, either on the phone or in person at our West London alloy wheel refurbishment centre. Call us on 0845 370 8881 for more details.
If you love your car, then you’ll want it looking good then beautifully restored alloy wheels will add the finishing touch to any cute car. Customer Lynda Perry bought her adorable pink Fiat 500 to Diamond Alloys to have the alloy wheels refurbished because they had quite bad kerbing damage, as you can see in the gallery below. However, this was a quick fix for our guys and Lynda was thrilled with the results. After repairing the kerb damage, our guys applied a Ferric Grey paint which compliments the pink car beautifully and then finish the alloy with a diamond cut face for a truly stunning effect. Take a look at the before and after shots and you will see what a great transformation our guys achieved and how great they look back on the car.
Lynda was not only impressed with the finish, but was also delighted with our service. Here’s what she had to say. “I am more than happy to provide a testimonial as I was genuinely impressed by your service from start to finish.”
“The whole experience was extremely positive from my initial interaction via your website, I received an immediate response. During the process of obtaining quotations, I discovered that there are very few alloy wheel repair companies who are actually able to undertake diamond cut alloys and of course Diamond Alloys quickly confirmed that they were able to do the work and following submission of photos of all 4 wheels – all of which were in very poor condition all round – I received a quotation. All communication was dealt with efficiently.”
Lynda went on to comment “I had had some concerns with the fact that I would have to leave a valuable asset in an area I was unfamiliar with but your site, on a business park, gave me comfort that my vehicle would be secure – not to mention the number of prestige vehicles parked outside your unit with all 4 wheels removed. That gave me great comfort for two reasons: security and the fact that my daughter wasn’t the only person in the UK to damage all 4 wheels!!”
“I liked the fact that my vehicle was carefully booked in, with a full appraisal of the bodywork when I dropped it off. Your communication by email, telephone and in person was extremely welcoming yet efficient. As a woman it can be intimidating to visit garages or anything to do with cars but this was not the case at all dealing with Diamond Alloys. I did obtain quotations which were marginally less but I was not presented with the same professional image provided by yourselves.”
Her final words…….”Oh – and the wheels!! Superb!! First class job!! They look amazing. Thank you.” It is so gratifying when we get feedback from customers, especially when it is a good as this. A huge thanks to Lynda for taking the time to send us such a great testimonial, it has been passed on to the whole team. If you would like to try out our great service, then call us on 0845 370 8881 or get a quotation on-line here.
“Only 4,000 miles on the clock and one careful owner”. This kind of phrase is liable to send a shiver up many a potential car buyer’s spine. When you buy a second hand car, particularly from a car auction, you have to accept that it could come with some flaws, no matter how carefully you look. Sometimes, obvious cosmetic defects will allow you to grab an absolute bargain – mainly because the owners don’t realise how quick, cheap and easy they are to fix.
Take alloys, for example. Whether the car has one, two or indeed an entire set of alloys that are dented, scuffed or scratched, it can make a car look tired and significantly reduce the sale value. The cost of replacing the alloys may have been off-putting for the previous owner, but you don’t have to make the same mistake. Diamond Alloys can repair and refurbish damaged alloys, allowing you to make a significant cost saving and get your second hand car looking as if it’s just rolled out of the dealership.
One of the services we offer is Diamond Cutting, which uses precision tools to remove only what is necessary from the rims. The process starts with a specialist pressure wash, which removes all dirt and allows us to better survey the condition of the wheel. After this, we cut the wheel to remove all the damage, leaving a smooth finish that shines. Finally, our technicians coat the rim with scratch proof lacquer and bake the alloy to seal the coating. When the alloys are refitted, we balance the tyre and restore it to the correct pressure, allowing you to drive away with peace of mind that your wheels are in the best possible condition.
Diamond Alloys have a service for almost every alloy damage: even if your alloy is buckled, for example, we have specialist hydraulic techniques that will straighten them out to their original shape.
Call our experts today to find out how our alloy repair service can make your second hand car look as good as new.
It is no wonder more and more car owners are choosing to have their alloy wheels diamond cut. When combined with a painted face and inserts it can create a truly stunning finish adding value to the car.
At Diamond Alloys we specialise in Diamond cutting alloy wheels using our specialist diamond cutting lathe on site. This high tech piece of machinery is used to cut a minute layer of metal away to either remove kerbing damage or simply to create a metallic lip or face. Our technicians are highly skilled and are happy to give advice on the best finish for your alloys. Take a look at our gallery of wheels here and you will see what a beautiful finish can be achieved.
Diamond cut alloy wheels have a distinctive look, similar to the back of a CD where you can see very small lines in the metal, as illustrated here on these Diamond cut Mercedes alloy wheels. You can paint the face or inserts to match your car bodywork, or select a contrast colour to suit your preference. Remember, a Diamond cut finish cannot be achieved with a mobile service, so call the experts today on 0845 370 8881 to discuss your options.
Alloys can be both a blessing and a curse. When your alloys are immaculate, there’s no greater feeling than walking to your car and seeing them shine. If you’re unlucky enough to have a dent, scuff or scratch on them, however, it can ruin your vehicle’s appearance and be a niggling concern that ruins your enjoyment of the car.
Whilst worth the investment, there’s no doubt that alloys are costly – and having to replace either one or a full set can be an unwelcome and badly-timed expense. Fortunately, Diamond Alloys offer a top-quality repair and refurbishment service that will get your alloys looking brand new for a fraction of the cost.
Our expert technicians use state-of-the art machinery that allows them to employ techniques like diamond cutting, which can be carried out on alloys up to 22” in size. Along with a range of other procedures, this means our team can repair kerbing damage, scuffed alloys, dents, scratches, scuffs and dings, and get your alloys back to pristine condition.
Take a look at our price grid to see just how much money you could save by opting for refurbishment rather than a new alloy. If you’ve got more than one scuffed alloy the cost-saving is even greater: we offer a range of exclusive deals to anyone needing four wheels repaired or refurbished at the same time.
There’s no need to despair if your alloys have become damaged – simply call our team for expert advice on the best service for you. Their quote will include wheel balancing, tyre removal, re-fitting and car parking. They can also collect your car from anywhere within London and the Home Counties for a small additional fee.
At Diamond Alloys we believe in offering our trade and retail customers a superb finish. Achieving a good finish can depend a lot on the preparation of the wheel before it is painted. Many wheels come to our London Alloy Wheel refurbishment centre with a lot of corrosion which is caused by water and especially saltwater attacking the alloy when the protective lacquer layer is damaged from kerbing or chips.
These pictures indicate what alloy wheel corrosion looks like, which can become quite advanced if not addressed quickly and will most likely contribute to air loss on your tyres. However, you don’t have to outlay a huge amount of cash on purchasing new alloy wheels. Although this damage looks bad it can be easily removed simply by placing in an acid dip bath. The alloy will have to remain in acid for a period of time, depending on how excessive it is, and our trained technicians will be able to evaluate this. Acid is dangerous so we do recommend you let experts like ours carry out this task.
Once the corrosion has been removed from your alloy wheels it is washed down and then proceeds to our preparation room where any damage is repaired. After this stage we would powder coat each wheel to ensure a smooth an even surface is achieved before applying a colour or a diamond cut.
Applying lacquer is a very important stage as it gives the alloy a protective layer to help stop water from accessing the metal and causing further corrosion damage. The difference in the look of your alloy wheel will be stunning, not only will they look good but without loss of air your car will be more efficient and perform better too.
For more information about our range of services, simply call our helpful team on 0845 370 8881 or email us pictures of your wheels here. We are confident that we can make your alloy wheels look better, guaranteed.
Joe from Wimbledon brought his mini alloy wheels into our workshop in very poor condition. Two of the wheels had buckles and all of these wheels were showing extensive corrosion and wear and tear.
Both of these problems can easily be fixed at Diamond Alloys, saving Joe from having to buy new and facing a huge price tag! To fix the corrosion, our guys placed the alloys into our acid bath, which eats away the corrosive damage the wheels have sustained. The wheels are then cleaned and prepped.
Buckles are a common problem on alloy wheels, usually sustained by driving over potholes and can cause your tyres to loose air and potentially fail an MOT. However, a straightening repair is easy and managed in house at Diamond Alloys ensuring costs and repair times are both kept to a minimum.
Once all damages have been repaired then fun can start! We can repair and refurbish both split rims and cosmetic split rims to produce a look which is unrecognisable compared to when they arrive. Check out the before and after pictures and you will see how the repair and standard painted finish with a Diamond Cut lip brought these 17” mini alloys back to life. The customer requested that he did not wish us to put the caps back on.
The finished result was amazing and our happy customer said “I had very badly corroded split rim multi-spoked alloys on my Mini. Diamond Alloys, and in particular John, were very helpful in talking me through what was involved and assessing what they could do, along with presenting options for me to consider based on my budget. I was looking for a very high quality finish and came away very happy with the end results. The wheels looked as good as new with a beautiful finish and the assurance of a one year guarantee on the work. I would highly recommend them.” Joe from Wimbledon.
If you have damaged split rim alloy wheels, then bring them down to Diamond Alloys and we can advise the best finish to give them a great new look. Call us on 0845 370 8881 or get a quick quote here!
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