{"id":2770,"date":"2026-05-09T13:21:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-09T10:21:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-05-09T13:21:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T10:21:22","slug":"how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sandblast Wheels: A Professional Guide to Surface Preparation Before Painting (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"261\">How do you sandblast wheels? Learn the correct sandblasting method, pressure settings, and surface preparation process for rusty, painted, or oxidized wheels. <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u0130\u00e7indekiler<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#How_Do_You_Sandblast_Rims\" >How Do You Sandblast Rims?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#What_Is_Wheel_Sandblasting\" >What Is Wheel Sandblasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Why_Is_Wheel_Sandblasting_Done\" >Why Is Wheel Sandblasting Done?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#1_Improves_Paint_Adhesion\" >1. Improves Paint Adhesion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#2_Cleans_Up_Hidden_Oxidation\" >2. Cleans Up Hidden Oxidation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#3_Improves_the_Quality_of_Restoration\" >3. Improves the Quality of Restoration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#How_to_Sandblast_Wheels_5-Step_Guide\" >How to Sandblast Wheels? (5-Step Guide)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#1_Wheel_Analysis_Is_Performed\" >1. Wheel Analysis Is Performed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#2_Select_the_Right_Abrasive\" >2. Select the Right Abrasive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#3_Pressure_Setting_Is_Optimized\" >3. Pressure Setting Is Optimized<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Average_work_intervals\" >Average work intervals:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#4_Controlled_Sandblasting_Is_Performed\" >4. Controlled Sandblasting Is Performed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#5_A_Surface_Inspection_Is_Performed\" >5. A Surface Inspection Is Performed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#When_Should_You_Paint_Your_Rims_After_Sandblasting\" >When Should You Paint Your Rims After Sandblasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Common_Mistakes_in_Wheel_Sandblasting\" >Common Mistakes in Wheel Sandblasting<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Use_of_Excessive_Pressure\" >Use of Excessive Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Incorrect_Choice_of_Abrasive\" >Incorrect Choice of Abrasive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Inadequate_Cleaning\" >Inadequate Cleaning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Use_of_Amateur_Equipment\" >Use of Amateur Equipment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Why_Is_Professional_Wheel_Sandblasting_Important\" >Why Is Professional Wheel Sandblasting Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#The_BF_BLAST_Approach\" >The BF BLAST Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/en\/how-to-sandblast-wheels-a-professional-guide-to-surface-preparation-before-painting-2026\/#Make_Sandblasting_Easy_with_BF_Blast\" >Make Sandblasting Easy with BF Blast<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<hr data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"266\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"nynl0t\" data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"301\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Sandblast_Rims\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"301\">How Do You Sandblast Rims?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"382\">The most critical step in wheel restoration isn\u2019t the painting.<br data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"357\"\/>The process that really makes the difference:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"406\">\ud83d\udc49 Surface preparation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"560\">Many wheel painting jobs peel, blister, or rust again within a short time. The main reason for this is improper or insufficient sandblasting. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"614\">The sandblasting process in professional wheel restoration:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"746\">\u2714 Completely removes old paint<br data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"649\"\/>\u2714 Removes oxidation and rust<br data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"676\"\/>\u2714 Prepares the surface for painting<br data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"716\"\/>\u2714 Provides a long-lasting finish<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"833\">In this guide, we provide a detailed, professional-level overview of the wheel sandblasting process.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"838\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"gztc9a\" data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"865\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Wheel_Sandblasting\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"865\">What Is Wheel Sandblasting?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"974\">Wheel blasting is the process of cleaning the surface of aluminum or steel wheels using abrasive particles.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"995\">During this process:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1045\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1cem2qx\" data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1008\">old paint<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p10uh1\" data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1017\">varnish<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o3yju\" data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1023\">rust<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"169fww2\" data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1031\">oxide<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1jk4e6o\" data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1045\">road grime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1089\">It is removed from the surface in a controlled manner.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1153\">However, the purpose of professional sandblasting is not just cleaning.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1249\">\ud83d\udc49 The main goal is to create the ideal surface profile that will ensure maximum adhesion of the paint to the surface.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1254\">\n<div id=\"attachment_2638\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2638\" class=\"wp-image-2638 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-9-May-2026-13_17_59-1024x683.png\" alt=\"How Do You Sandblast Rims?  \" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bfblast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-9-May-2026-13_17_59-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/bfblast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-9-May-2026-13_17_59-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/bfblast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-9-May-2026-13_17_59-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/bfblast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-9-May-2026-13_17_59-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/bfblast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ChatGPT-Image-9-May-2026-13_17_59.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2638\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">How to Sandblast Wheels: Surface Preparation Before Painting<\/p><\/div>\n<h1 data-section-id=\"t9vao8\" data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1289\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Wheel_Sandblasting_Done\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1289\">Why Is Wheel Sandblasting Done?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"159rcvr\" data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1325\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Improves_Paint_Adhesion\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1325\">1. Improves Paint Adhesion<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1370\">Paint does not last long on smooth surfaces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1460\">Thanks to the micro-roughness created by sandblasting, the paint mechanically bonds to the surface.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1465\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1pbe3hl\" data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1504\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Cleans_Up_Hidden_Oxidation\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1504\">2. Cleans Up Hidden Oxidation<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1582\">In particular, aluminum wheels may have layers of oxide that are not visible to the naked eye.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1653\">Sandblasting removes these layers to create a sound substrate for coating.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1658\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1i053bb\" data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1702\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Improves_the_Quality_of_Restoration\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1702\">3. Improves the Quality of Restoration<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1787\">Proper surface preparation is the key to professional-looking wheel restorations.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1792\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"1q8i6vg\" data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1839\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Sandblast_Wheels_5-Step_Guide\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1839\">How to Sandblast Wheels? (5-Step Guide) <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1jzw8v9\" data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1871\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Wheel_Analysis_Is_Performed\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1871\">1. Wheel Analysis Is Performed<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1885\">In the first stage:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1957\">\n<li data-section-id=\"e0lic4\" data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1903\">wheel material<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1jepmgj\" data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1917\">Paint condition<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"5bex3i\" data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1940\">crack \/ deformation<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"krdojx\" data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1957\">oxide level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1974\">is checked.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2015\">Because not every rim is sandblasted at the same pressure.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2020\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"107nds0\" data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2056\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Select_the_Right_Abrasive\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2056\">2. Select the Right Abrasive<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2089\">This stage is of critical importance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2191\">Wrong abrasive:<br \/>\n\u274c may damage the surface<br data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2131\"\/>\u274c may damage aluminum<br data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2162\"\/>\u274c may cause excessive roughness<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2219\">In wheel sandblasting, the following is generally done:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2290\">\n<li data-section-id=\"fq91za\" data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2243\">fine-grit abrasives<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1k6mljb\" data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2254\">glass sphere<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1e749k3\" data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2263\">garnet<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pqvdry\" data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2290\">low-aggression media<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2306\">is preferred.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2311\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"yi6i3w\" data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2351\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Pressure_Setting_Is_Optimized\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2351\">3. Pressure Setting Is Optimized<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2409\">High pressure doesn&#8217;t always yield good results when sandblasting rims.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"13wn5zr\" data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2443\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_work_intervals\"><\/span>Average work intervals:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2579\">\n<thead data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2476\">\n<tr data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2476\">\n<th class=\"\" data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2457\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Wheel Type<\/th>\n<th class=\"\" data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2476\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Average Pressure<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2579\">\n<tr data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2517\">\n<td data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2504\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Aluminum wheel<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2517\" data-col-size=\"sm\">3\u20135 bar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2544\">\n<td data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2531\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Steel rim<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2544\" data-col-size=\"sm\">5\u20137 bar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2579\">\n<td data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2566\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Precision Restoration<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2579\" data-col-size=\"sm\">2\u20134 bar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2595\">Incorrect pressure:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2687\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1qlzmes\" data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2622\">can create ripples on the surface<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"yukctz\" data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2657\">may cause metal corrosion<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6rr5ic\" data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2687\">may distort the wheel geometry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2692\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"9n2w7j\" data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2730\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Controlled_Sandblasting_Is_Performed\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2730\">4. Controlled Sandblasting Is Performed<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2755\">In professional practice:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2819\">\u2714 Nozzle angle<br data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2773\"\/>\u2714 Distance<br data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2784\"\/>\u2714 Travel speed<br data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2801\"\/>\u2714 Abrasive flow rate<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2844\">It is constantly monitored.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2899\">Purpose:<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc49 to clean the surface<br data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2875\"\/>\ud83d\udc49 to avoid damaging the metal<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2904\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"qd4irf\" data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2937\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_A_Surface_Inspection_Is_Performed\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2937\">5. A Surface Inspection Is Performed<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"2961\">Surface after sandblasting:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"3023\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1cqg42q\" data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"2975\">homogeneity<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"157aa4b\" data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2988\">roughness<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1grmtc6\" data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"3008\">cleanliness level<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1scvrgu\" data-start=\"3009\" data-end=\"3023\">microcrack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3045\">is examined from this perspective.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3050\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"1e4q2i\" data-start=\"3052\" data-end=\"3103\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_You_Paint_Your_Rims_After_Sandblasting\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3103\">When Should You Paint Your Rims After Sandblasting?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3127\">This is a critical issue.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3198\">The surface should be primed as soon as possible after sandblasting.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3225\">Because the exposed metal:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3274\">\ud83d\udc49 It begins to oxidize when it comes into contact with moisture.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3329\">For professional applications:<br \/>\n\u2714 Primer is applied the same day<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3334\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"196ioez\" data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3379\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_in_Wheel_Sandblasting\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3379\">Common Mistakes in Wheel Sandblasting<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"x2wp31\" data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3410\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_of_Excessive_Pressure\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3410\">Use of Excessive Pressure<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3411\" data-end=\"3455\">The surface of aluminum rims, in particular, becomes damaged.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3457\" data-end=\"3460\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"yzcso8\" data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3493\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorrect_Choice_of_Abrasive\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3493\">Incorrect Choice of Abrasive<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3530\">Deep scratches and a rough surface result.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3535\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1whgz2z\" data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3561\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inadequate_Cleaning\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3561\">Inadequate Cleaning<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3604\">It causes the paint to peel off quickly.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3609\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"ygvump\" data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3642\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_of_Amateur_Equipment\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3642\">Use of Amateur Equipment<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3643\" data-end=\"3675\">The results are inconsistent. (Bumps on the surface and uneven distribution may occur.) <\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3680\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"ctr0t4\" data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3729\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Professional_Wheel_Sandblasting_Important\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3729\">Why Is Professional Wheel Sandblasting Important?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3775\">Wheel restoration isn&#8217;t just about aesthetics.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3791\">Proper sandblasting:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3793\" data-end=\"3899\">\u2714 Extends the life of the coating<br data-start=\"3817\" data-end=\"3820\"\/>\u2714 Reduces costs<br data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3841\"\/>\u2714 Provides a professional look<br data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"3872\"\/>\u2714 Reduces the need for rework<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3901\" data-end=\"3904\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"1h85k1y\" data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"3930\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_BF_BLAST_Approach\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3930\">The BF BLAST Approach<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"3932\" data-end=\"4012\">At BF BLAST, we don\u2019t view wheel blasting processes merely as a \u201ccleaning\u201d process.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4014\" data-end=\"4028\">For each wheel:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4030\" data-end=\"4103\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1qqq2tg\" data-start=\"4030\" data-end=\"4045\">appropriate abrasive<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"xfqmb7\" data-start=\"4046\" data-end=\"4060\">correct pressure<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14342sz\" data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4086\">controlled surface profile<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kaywrb\" data-start=\"4087\" data-end=\"4103\">optimal process<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4105\" data-end=\"4146\">By identifying these factors, we aim to achieve maximum results.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4151\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"up1rqe\" data-start=\"4153\" data-end=\"4164\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"4155\" data-end=\"4164\">Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4205\">When the wheel sandblasting process is performed correctly:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4207\" data-end=\"4315\">\u2714 The paint lasts longer<br data-start=\"4235\" data-end=\"4238\"\/>\u2714 The surface looks professional<br data-start=\"4265\" data-end=\"4268\"\/>\u2714 The quality of the restoration improves significantly<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4391\">If done incorrectly:<br \/>\n\u274c the paint won\u2019t adhere<br data-start=\"4355\" data-end=\"4358\"\/>\u274c the surface will be damaged<br data-start=\"4373\" data-end=\"4376\"\/>\u274c costs will increase<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4393\" data-end=\"4469\">For this reason, wheel blasting is a surface preparation process that requires expertise.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4471\" data-end=\"4474\">\n<h1 data-section-id=\"1b5w07o\" data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4501\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Sandblasting_Easy_with_BF_Blast\"><\/span>Make Sandblasting Easy with BF Blast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"4503\" data-end=\"4574\">In wheel restoration, it\u2019s not the paint that makes the difference\u2014it\u2019s the surface preparation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4717\">Thanks to the proper sandblasting process:<br \/>\n\u2714 maximum paint adhesion<br data-start=\"4633\" data-end=\"4636\"\/>\u2714 long-lasting coating<br data-start=\"4657\" data-end=\"4660\"\/>\u2714 professional finish<br data-start=\"4681\" data-end=\"4684\"\/>\u2714 low rework costs<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4719\" data-end=\"4738\">You can get it.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4740\" 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