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Transforming corroded alloy wheels to a beautiful new finish

Alloy wheels can get into a pretty sorry state, picking up break dust, scratches and scrapes every day on the road. Alloys can also become corroded over time, like these BMW wheels pictured here. However, there is no need to replace these wheels with new ones because Diamond Alloys can bring them back to life and looking great in only a few days, saving you lots of money!

These rims are slight more complicated to refurbish compared to standard rims because they are split rims, which means they need to be taken apart before refurbishment can commence.

These particular alloys were badly corroded in addition to having brake dust. Our technicians put these alloys into our acid bath to remove all the corrosion before aqua blasting them to remove any residue corrosion, paint and dirt. Next they are prepped, powder coated before being spray painted, diamond cut and finally lacquered for protection.

As you will see, the result is stunning. The silver painted centre section is set of beautifully against the diamond cut lip of the outer rim.

If you need your split rim alloys repaired or refurbished, then give Diamond Alloys a call on 0845 370 8881 or email us some pictures and we will be happy to give you a great price.

Air Pressure vs. Wet Performance

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In these rainy months, optimising your car’s performance for slippery, wet conditions should be a priority. Unless you’re in Somerset, in which case you might want to swap your car for a boat!

One important factor that will affect your ability to drive on wet roads is your tyre pressure. If your tyres aren’t sufficiently inflated, the edges (shoulder) of the tyre will be worn down faster than the centre, because there isn’t enough pressure to force the central tread down and bear an equal share of the load.

This has a negative effect on your tyres’ longevity and rolling resistance, but – most importantly at this time of year – in wet conditions, the concave shape of and under-inflated tyre means that water will be trapped underneath rather than rolled away by the wheels.

On standing water, this deformity means that the car is much more likely to hydroplane, because the uneven tyres cannot deal with the volume of water underneath them. This happens quicker with smaller tyres and shallower treads.

Low tyre pressure is, fortunately, easy to fix, and we’ll give you a free pressure check every time you book a refurbishment – leaving you safe in the knowledge that both your alloys and tyres are the best they can be this winter.

A Happy Diamond Alloys Customer Shares Pictures of His Alloys

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Happy customer Steve Davis had already posted some great feedback on our Facebook page after getting his 2006 Volvo V50 alloy wheels refurbished. He was so happy that he kindly sent us some great pictures of his newly painted gloss black alloys on his car so we could share how stunning they looked with all our customers.

Steve wanted a brand new look for his alloys, giving them an updated black gloss painted finish which gives a stunning contrast to the car’s red bodywork. Steve commented “They look absolutely awesome….when the car is all clean!”

Huge thanks to Steve for sharing these pictures with us, it is great to get such personal feedback and praise which we hope gives customers the confidence in our work and service.

If you want a new look for your alloys, then give Diamond Alloys a call on 0845 370 8881 and our skilled technicians will be able to assist you in selecting a stunning finish for your alloys. If you are not sure what you want, take a look at our gallery or email us some pictures of your alloys and we can recommend a great finish to update the look of your rims.

Mixing Painted and Diamond Cut for a Great Looking Result

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At Diamond Alloys we have technicians specialising in different finishes, which means we can apply a painted finish with a diamond cut finish to get a great looking result for your alloys.

A Porsche 911 customer came into our London based alloy wheel refurbishment centre with a very specific request. He wanted his 19” alloy wheels to have a painted centre and a diamond cut lip. This was no problem for our boys! As you can see in the first picture, the wheels initially cleaned and painted. After this, they then go into our lathe for diamond cutting to produce this great effect.

If you know what you want, then give us a call on 0845 370 8881 and we can advise how we can help and give you a quotation. We are open 8am – 6pm weekdays and 8am – 12pm on a Saturday, making it convenient for you to drop on and collect your wheels.

A Great New Look for Tired Looking Alloy Wheels

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When alloy wheels start to look tired and a bit scuffed around the edges it is time to get them refurbished! You do not have to outlay lots of money buying new; a painted refurbishment is all you need.

These 19” alloy wheels came into the London based Diamond Alloys refurbishment centre to a makeover, and our guys did a great job. The alloy was cleaned in our aquablast machine and the scuffed edges were filled and sanded to create a round and smooth base for our paint technicians to work from. The customer chose a lighter shade of grey compared to the original, ensuring his shiny ‘new’ alloys were looking great when put back onto his car. Our guys will also ensure your tyres are re-fitted and balanced, all included in our great prices.

If you want a quote for alloy wheel repair then contact Diamond Alloys now and we will be happy to give you a great deal!

Get a New Look For Your Alloys

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Not all alloy wheel refurbishments are booked because they are scuffed or damaged. Many Diamond Alloys customers come to our refurbishment because they want to give their alloys an updated look.

We have a team of alloy wheel specialists who are on hand to be able to advise customers on a range of finishes including diamond cutting, standard painted refurbishments and bespoke custom refurbishments, in fact we can do most things, the only limitation is your imagination!

Take a look at the alloys off this Volvo. These 18” alloys wheels received a brand new glossy black makeover, transforming them from their original look.

Do you want to give your car a new look? Having your alloy wheels updated with a new finish is a great way without having to outlay too much cash! Remember, get all 4 wheels refurbished at the same time and we will give you a discounted price! Call us on 0845 370 8881 today to discuss your options.

Mercedes AMG Wheels get a New Look at Diamond Alloys

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Alloy wheels are the crowning glory on a car, and there are few better examples than on a Mercedes. This 18” 6 spoke AMG alloy wheel design had become tired and damaged with break dust and kerbing, taking away all the shine and appeal. A car wash will bring the cars bodywork back to life, but when alloys get really badly affected with break dust and scuffs a refurbishment is the best solution.

These wheels were cleaned carefully to remove all the dirt and break dust allowing our technicians to see more closely the damage that each wheel had sustained. The alloy was then placed into our lathe for cutting before a protective lacquer was applied. You can see the difference by looking at our before and after image.

Repairing and refurbishing alloy wheels is cheaper than buying new, and with our discount on 4 wheels + you can get a great deal at Diamond Alloys. If you want a full car make over, then you can also get your car fully valeted at the same time, and we will also source new tyres for you too! Simply email or call us on 0845 370 8111 for more details.

Vauxhall Astra Gets a Diamond Cut Refurbishment

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Some wheels arrive to our London alloy wheel refurbishment centre in a pretty poor state. However, many damages can be rectified, including cracks and dents. We advise all customers to send us a picture of their damaged wheel and we will be able to advise if we can help fix the problem or not; alternatively you can pop down and see us in person.

The customer of this Vauxhall Astra sent us a picture of his wheel which had a crack and we were happy to advise that it was a repair we could manage with ease. The guys welded the crack first, before rubbing back to a smooth surface and putting it into our lathe for diamond cutting. You can see the great result achieved, with painted inserts and a beautiful diamond cut face.

If your wheels are losing air, then it might be because your alloys have sustained a crack or dent. These must be fixed, otherwise you might not pass your MOT! Give Diamond Alloys a call on 0845 370 8881 or email some pictures to us and we will happily inspect your wheels and give you some great advise.

A Day at Diamond Alloys Refurbishment Centre

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At Diamond Alloys we get a wide range of repair and refurbishment jobs every day, including diamond cutting, powder coating, standard refurbishment and crack and buckle repair.

Browse through our gallery and you will see some examples of the work we carry out every day on marques like Ford, BMW, Audi, and Mercedes. We also refurbish high end marques like Lamborghini, Ferrari and Porsche, so matter the make or model of your car (and some motor bikes too) we can handle the refurb you are looking for. Take a close look at these Ford Focus ST alloys which received a superb Graphite painted finish, one of the many colours and finishes we can apply to your rims.

If you still cannot decide what you want for your car, then pop over to our gallery page and take a look at all the wheels we have refurbished. There is a wide variety, so there is sure to be something you like. Alternatively pop down and see us!

Range Rover Sport Alloys Get a New Look at Diamond Alloys

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Take a look at the before and after images of these 20” alloy wheels which were taken from a Range Rover Sport. Our customer wanted to get a stunning new look for his alloys and so selected a stunning dark grey paint finish with the assistance of our paint technicians.

Our painters are highly skilled and can mix any colour you might like to give your alloys a great new look. Having your alloys painted will also allow our guys to repair any damage that might have occurred from kerbing the rims while parking, extending their life and all at a lower price tag compared to buying new. Don’t forget, if you have all 4 wheels repaired and refurbished at the same time we will give you a better price, saving you even more money!

For more information on how to get the look you want for your alloy wheels, simply call our helpful customer care department on 0845 370 8881 or email pictures of your alloys here. If you are not sure what finish you want for your alloy wheels, take a look at our gallery and see what other customers have had done at Diamond Alloys.