Alloy wheel repair and refurbishmentOctober 16, 2026

Why do alloy wheels corrode?

Alloy wheels corrode when the lacquer breaks and moisture and road salt reach the aluminium. The metal reacts and forms a white powder that spreads under the paint.

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What starts it

Aluminium protects itself with a thin oxide skin, and the paint and lacquer sit on top as a second barrier. Kerb damage, stone chips and wear break both layers. Road salt, brake dust and water then attack the exposed metal, and corrosion often begins at a small chip and creeps sideways under the paint.

Wash the wheel

with a pH-neutral cleaner and take a photo in daylight.

Check the rim edge and bead

for pitting where the tyre seats.

Send us the photo

and we will say whether it is surface corrosion or has eaten into the metal.

Book a refurbishment

before the bubbling spreads.

Frequently asked questions

Can corroded alloys be saved?

Usually, yes. If corrosion has eaten into the structure, we will tell you from your photo.

Is white powder dangerous?

No, it is not harmful to touch. It is aluminium oxide, and it means the metal is corroding, so the wheel needs attention before it spreads.

How long does a repair take?

Standard refurbishments take 36 to 48 hours, and diamond cut repairs take 2 working days.

Is there a guarantee?

All our work comes with a satisfaction guarantee.