It is not unknown to the world that a set of wheels can make and even break a car. A badly finished wheel or intense wear and tear can really ruin the overall appearance of a vehicle - regardless of it being a car or a truck. Sandblasting and Powder Coating is the best options to resort to in this case. Sandblasting is a process that involves propelling a stream of abrasive materials against a surface under high pressure to make a rough surface, a smooth one. Powder coating provides a high specification coating that gives a finish which is tougher, durable as well as abrasion resistant.
If you want to opt for Powder Coating Wheels, hiring a professional to do the job will provide a completely new look of your wheels as a decorative finish will be sprayed on like a conventional paint. Though, the below-mentioned tips will be all the more helpful to make your wheels look great.
1. Preparation is Key - Powder coating requires a dry and clean surface for the best results. Hence, ensure that your wheels are clean and dry. Opt for sandblasting in this case.
2. Pre-Bake Wheels - It is natural that your wheels may be subjected to some of the harshest conditions on your vehicle. Release the contaminants stuck on your wheel by heating and baking it.
3. Good Ground Connection - It is important to ground your wheels to the powder coating gun. The static charge that is created by doing so helps the powder to cling into every crevice.
4. High-Temperature Masking Tape - Use this masking tape to have a high tolerance causing issues while refitting the wheels. You can use this to mask off portions of the wheels to apply the second coat of powder.
5. Clear Coat Powder Application -Use your choice of clear powder while Powder Coating Wheels to clean dust and road grime off easily. This will also give you a deep and wet look finish of the wheels.
6. Inside Wheels Protection -Powder coating helps seal the metal while keeping your wheels from corroding. Apply a layer of powder on the inside barrels of the wheels to protect them from corrosion.
7. Metal or High-Temperature Filler to be Used - If your wheel has some curbing or damage, use an all-metal filler to fill and sand imperfections smoothly.
8. Quality Powder Gun - Powder coating wheels can be difficult with all the crevices that you need to coat. Not all coating guns are created equal so you need to be sure that during powder coating; use the gun that has the ability to do the needful.
If you are planning to opt for the services of Sandblasting and Powder Coating, look no further than Yardmark Powder Coating. We provide the service for all types of surfaces. If you want to inquire more about our services, drop in or simply reach out to us at 03 9457 5333!
