Is it possible to paint chrome rims black

I don't know how long it lasts because I usually do that just before I put the for sale sign under the wiper. Joined: Mar 25, Posts: 60 Profile Page. Well I know hydrochloric acid works really well. However Its a bit of a toughy to come by. Overbiter , Feb 24, Joined: Nov 25, Posts: 11, Profile Page.

I just litely scuffed a pair of chrome wheels, primed and painted em, Joined: Dec 26, Posts: 2, Profile Page. Chrome is best removed by the same process it is put on - electrolysis. Any chrome shop can do it. Wow, another 5 year old post back from the dead Kustm52 , Feb 24, Joined: Sep 18, Posts: 5, Profile Page. Depends on the quality of the chrome. I've treated the cheap Chinese chrome like bare metal and had good success, but I would be weary on something of better quality.

SlowandLow63 , Feb 24, Joined: Jan 27, Posts: 1, Profile Page. I painted over the chrome transmission pan on my truck when I put it on in I scuffed it up a bit, and used rustoleum on it.

It's still there. But I doubt if the chrome would have lasted one winter's worth of salt around here. David Chandler , Feb 24, Dooley , Feb 24, Joined: May 27, Posts: 3, Profile Page.

If you don't like the chrome , then why not get them powder coated. They will look real good and will hold up a lot better that paint! Just my 2 cents! Retro Jim , Feb 24, You must log in or sign up to reply here. Show Ignored Content. Share This Page Tweet. Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? No, create an account now. Yes, my password is: Forgot your password? Atomic Industry www. Our Affiliate Link Policy. Step 2 Apply the wax and grease remover to the chrome.

Step 3 Sand away all of the chrome with the grit sandpaper. Step 4 Apply a layer of self-etching primer to the surface. Step 5 Clean the surface with the wax and grease remover. Sand away all of the chrome with the grit sandpaper. Apply a layer of self-etching primer to the surface.

Clean the surface with the wax and grease remover. Likewise, does paint stick to chrome rims? You can 't even rough up chrome and get paint to stick permanently.

Cost to customize rims The cost of customizing your car's wheels can vary drastically. To paint over a chrome surface, start by sanding it so the paint is able to stick to it. Then, wipe down the chrome surface with wax and grease remover so it's clean when you paint it.

Once the primer is dry, apply automotive paint to the chrome surface using a spray gun or a spray paint canister. After cleaning with the wire brush, sand the wheel first with grit sandpaper and then grit sandpaper. After sanding, go over entire wheel with steel wool until you have a smooth finish.

Wash the wheel off, dry, and then wipe down with mineral spirits, alcohol or paint thinner. Inspect the wheel carefully. Chrome Plating Though chrome is a hard, shiny surface, it is actually a very thin coating that is applied on top of a metal surface.

Chrome finishes can also be removed by sanding the chrome off , either with a high speed sanding machine or by hand with sandpaper.

Use the easy spray rattle can of primer to spray a thin coat of paint on the entire surface of the rim. Now use WET grit sandpaper to sand down any imperfections in the paint. Repeat with 1 more coat of primer and let dry. Use the sandpaper again until satisfied with product. Painting pitted chrome wheels By chrome polish and apply it to the pitted surface.

An hour after you have polished the surface, use a dry cloth to buff of the polish. Do this by rubbing the cloth in a circular motion over the polish. Painted rims don't hold up any where near as well as powdercoat. Having said that, if you're looking to save money, take em, sand em, mask em and spray em with a spray bomb. They'll look great but won't hold up as well but who cares, you can easily and cheaply spray em again in a year or so.

Next, when everything is ready for painting rims black , of course, you will need paint , primer and clear coat. In this stage, you will need to pay attention to the type of paint you are going to use.

Black chrome is usually plated over bright nickel or dull nickel in the same manner as decorative chrome. This extraordinary finish is a hard surface, which possesses corrosion, mar and wear-resistant characteristics.