When the putty is completely dry, use the 400 grit sandpaper to smooth out and raised areas or bumps. If the scratch is on the edge of the alloy wheel close to the tyre, add masking tape to protect the tyre. Add a small amount of the putty to the putty knife and spread on the area that you have sanded. Use sparingly and only add to the areas that require filling to avoid lumps and bumps elsewhere on the wheel. Let the putty dry for 2 hours or as long as the instructions recommend.

Put on gloves, a respirator mask and goggles and cover any part of the wheel that you do not want to paint with masking tape and paper. This will protect your wheel from paint overspray. Apply gloves and a respirator mask as a safety precaution, and using a cloth rub the scratched are with paint thinner to remove any dust, dirt or grease. Dry with a lint-free cloth, or let the area air dry. Diamond cut is an alloy wheel finish that uses a specialist CNC wheel lathe to machine away part or all of the painted surface of a wheel. The finished effect is the shiny alloy finish, which is treated with a lacquer to prevent any future corrosion. Scuffing is one of the most common types of alloy wheel damage. A professional alloy wheel repair service will use a range of sanding techniques to remove scuffing. Dents or deep scratches can be filled using metal fillers and will then be sanded to be flush with the wheel.Make sure your wheel is clean before you begin. Use a soft rag to spot clean the scratched area with a mild detergent.

Spray metal alloy primer onto the affected area, holding the can approximately 15cm away from the wheel. One coat should be enough. Let this dry for one hour.

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The first visible results after using CCS Heel Balmoften appear after only three days and there are clear, visible improvements after seven days. When you are sure the primer is dry, apply a layer of metallic spray paint holding the can approximately 15cm away from the alloy wheel. Wait for an hour and then repeat. Repeat this last step another two-three times, leaving up to one hour between coats. Local alloy wheel specialists will usually treat a wide range of alloy wheels, from standard alloys to diamond cut and split rim. They’ll be experts at dealing with common alloy wheel damage, including:

Alloy wheel repair cost quotes will vary depending on the extent of the damage that has been caused. The cost will also be influenced by the size and type of wheel. Can you repair alloy wheel scratches yourself? If you’re keen to go down the DIY route then here are the main steps to follow. How to repair alloy wheel scratches Using the 240 grit sandpaper, sand the scratched area until it feels smooth. Wipe away any dust or debris.