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Snow, road salt, stone chips and dust damage the rims. An inexpensive and simple method to make them an eye-catcher again and to protect them from further environmental influences is the rim foiling. And the pasting with high-quality films is also suitable for Mending from small scratches. The benefit of one foiling compared to the Painting the rims or one powder coating lies in the price, in the protection against environmental influences and scratches as well as in the at all times residue-free detachability the foil. The foiling of the rims you should but one professional workshop leave. The experts can not only apply the foils professionally, you also benefit from the guarantee period and the usually better result. Rim foiling gives you the opportunity to customize your vehicle and upgrade it. Specialist workshops usually offer a large selection of patterns, colors and structures.
Alternative to painting?
A wide variety of environmental influences cause minor damage to the rims after a short time. If you don't want to paint all the time, you can opt for the cheaper one Foiling the rims decide. A high-quality rim foil not only protects the material, but also makes the rounds a highlight again. But only should be used high-performance foils come from proven film manufacturers, regardless of whether it is about the attachment of tickings or Foiling the spokes goes. Get advice from a specialist workshop. Modern only high-performance foils can be removed at any time without leaving any residue and cannot be damaged either by heat or by brake dust. It is possible to have almost any foil sealed in glossy, matt or with effects. It is irrelevant whether your car is simple alloy wheels, specific Sports rims or Drop center rims installed. A professional team knows how to apply well-adhering foils to the rims in such a way that the surface is protected and the rims become the highlight of the car again.
ADVANTAGES OF RIM FOILING
- cheaper than painting or powder coating
- minor damage is covered
- large selection of colors and patterns
- protects the rims from environmental influences and stone chips
- hard-wearing, resistant to car washes
- long shelf life (approx. 4-5 years)
- removable without residue
RIM FOILING PROCESS
If you come to a specialist workshop with your request for foiling your rims, an employee who is familiar with it will first contact you according to your wishes ask. If you don't have a precise idea of the design or color, he will inform you about the various options. Depending on the complexity of the work, the rims are then dismantled or left directly on the vehicle. But first you need the rims be cleaned intensively. Then the foiler starts the cut foil parts and carries out the gluing according to the latest processing methods. The work carried out is then checked again to ensure that it has been carried out correctly. Finally, the rims are put back on the car. After final cleaning, they shine in the desired new design.
foiling options
by means of rim sticker foiling
- The foiler creates special stickers according to individual wishes, for example in the form of logos, lettering or desired text.
by means of rim foiling
- minor curb scratches can be concealed with the help of carpet edge stickers.
by means of rim well foiling
- For example, bonding with structured 3D carbon foil is possible using sticker bomb stickers or with your own motifs.
by means of rim surface foiling
- If desired, the rim surface can also be coated with reflective or structured materials cover foils.
Wrap the rims yourself? The costs are low!
You can also use the rims or at least parts of them wrap yourself. Then the costs are limited. Especially if only small parts of the rim are to be foiled, this can also be done by the layman. As an example, we would like to list this BMW 1001I rim from the BMW Individual program. However, it is equipped with black plastic inserts, which you can wrap yourself in foil if you wish. Since in this case the area to be foiled is small and provided without complex edges, foiling is also feasible for non-professionals. In addition, it does not hurt if the foiling does not succeed directly. You can always cut a new piece of foil for the required area. The effort and costs are extremely low in this case.
USEFUL FAQs ABOUT FOILED RIMS!
How should you care for/wash foiled rims?
- Your car can also have polished rims in one without any problems Car wash getting cleaned. on Hot wax but should be avoided. It is best to have one gentle cycle to choose. Incidentally, the foiling of the rims lasts longer if you take your car to the car wash clean yourself. In winter, when the weather is very cold, you shouldn't Pressure Washer used, as this could cause the film to burst. If the high-pressure cleaner is still necessary, then you should keep a much greater distance.
Can curb damage/scratches be polished?
- The minor damage this is possible, but the film can look a bit uneven due to the rough surface. It is advisable to avoid major edge damage before foiling grind away allow. Trust the advice of the specialist workshop / painter.
How long does it take to wrap the rims?
- To glue your rims, you must be in the Usually 1 to 2 business days plan on. However, this always depends on the workload of the workshop and the desired foiling.
What can be foiled on the rims?
- The rim refinement with foil can be done in the area of the Spokes, edge or carry out from the deep bed. However, it is not possible, the rims all over to let foil. In this case, it is recommended that your rims be closed paint or into powders.
How long can foiled rims last?
- The film usually lasts about 4 to 5 years. Whether the color of the film fades over time depends on the care, the film and the environmental conditions.
Use rim cleaner on foiled rims?
- In any case, you should use a rim cleaner without acid. In principle, the use of rim cleaner is possible, but not recommended in the long term. At best, you stick to the care of foiled rims to the process of a foiled vehicle.
Can the foil be easily removed?
- The attached film can be removed at any time remove without residue. Therefore, you have the opportunity to regularly have a new rim styling carried out according to your ideas with a different film, which is not so easy with painted rims.
What are the costs for foiling the rims?
- Having the rims foiled costs between around €200 and €500. Of course it plays a role how extravagant the rim should be foiled and which foil you use for it.
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