Dipping your wheels is the single best bang-for-buck change you can make to a car. It's quick, it's reversible, and it completely transforms the stance and attitude of your ride without touching the rims you already own.
I get it — stock silver or that worn-out factory finish gets old fast. But dropping a grand-plus on a new set of wheels just to change the color is a lot. Dipping gets you there for a fraction of the price, and if you change your mind, you peel it off and you're back to factory. No commitment, no body shop.
What's included
Whether you do all four or just a couple, every wheel gets the full treatment:
- Thorough cleaning and decontamination — brake dust and road grime have to go before any color does.
- Careful masking of tires, valve stems, and brake components so only the rim gets coated.
- Multiple even, hand-sprayed coats in your color of choice from the color browser.
- Gloss or satin finish to match your look or contrast with the body.
- Clean unmasking for crisp edges right up to the tire.
- My guarantee — any peeling or install issue gets fixed free.
Pricing
Wheel pricing is simple and honest:
| Option | What you get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Set of four | All four wheels dipped | $500 |
| Per wheel | Single wheel dipped | $125 |
The set price is the better deal if you're doing all four, which most folks do. Adding wheels to a full vehicle dip? Easy to bundle — just mention it when you build your quote. Premium colors and finishes can add a little to the base; your quote will show the exact number.
Charleston living is rough on wheels — salt air and brake dust never let up. A dipped finish takes the abuse so your actual rims don't. More on that in my guide to Plasti Dip and Charleston salt air.
Why dip your wheels
- Change the look without buying new rims. Same wheels, brand-new attitude, for a fraction of replacement cost.
- It's fully reversible. Peel it off and you're back to your factory finish, clean and residue-free.
- It protects your rims. The coating shields the wheel from brake dust, road salt, and coastal grime — and it wipes clean far easier than bare metal.
- It's quick and affordable. A set of four is the easiest way to refresh a tired-looking car.
- Endless color play. Gloss black is classic, but bronze, gunmetal, and color-shift wheels turn heads. Need ideas? Check my picks for the best Plasti Dip colors for trucks and Jeeps.
How it works
- Clean & prep. Wheels get scrubbed and decontaminated — every speck of brake dust and grime comes off so the coating bonds clean.
- Masking. Tires, valve stems, and brakes get masked so color lands only where it should.
- Multiple even, hand-sprayed coats. Color builds in light, even passes for a smooth, uniform finish — no runs, no thin spots.
- Optional top coat. Want extra gloss or durability? A peelable top coat can go over the color for added shine and protection.
- Careful unmasking. Everything comes off clean for sharp edges right at the tire line, then a final inspection.
Good to know
- It holds up — with care. Dipped wheels last a long time, but skip the harsh automatic car washes and don't blast the edges with a pressure washer.
- Hand-wash is best. A gentle hand-wash keeps the finish looking sharp and the edges sealed.
- Pairs great with a chrome delete. Blacked-out wheels plus a chrome delete on your trim and badges is the cleanest, most modern combo out there.
- It's safe and reversible. When you're ready for a change, it peels off cleanly with no damage to the rim.
Ready to lose the stock-wheel look? Pick a color in the browser and build your free quote — wheels only, or as part of a bigger project.