Safe, effective removal of paint and powder coating from metal
Why choose Alloy Wheel Repair for paint stripping?
Chemical stripping is highly effective for even the toughest coatings, without the abrasion of sandblasting that can damage the substrate.
Our chemical stripping service is designed to safely remove heavy-duty paint and powder coat from alloy wheels, bike frames, and metal parts, without damaging the underlying material.
Chemical stripping is the foundation of most of our full restorations. By chemically stripping the part first, we ensure a clean base for TIG welding, CNC machining, or Powder Coating to bond properly and last.
| Professional-grade chemical tank designed for safe paint removal | Removes stubborn powder coat and high-temp finishes others can’t | Safer and more complete than DIY grinding or sanding | Handled in a secure, fire-safe environment by trained professionals |
What is chemical paint stripping, and why use a professional vs. DIY?
Chemical paint stripping uses a specially formulated pH-neutral solution to break down paint, powder coat, or other coatings, without compromising the metal underneath.
The part is fully submerged in a temperature-controlled tank and gently agitated until the coating is lifted and ready for gentle removal.
This is different from DIY paint strippers, which rely on aggressive and hazardous chemicals that produce toxic fumes and require multiple rounds of manual scraping.
At Alloy Wheel Repair, we handle everything in a controlled area using a filtered ventilation system and proper PPE and disposal methods, keeping you and the environment safe.
What paint stripping we can help with
We can strip paint or powder coat from:
- Alloy and mag wheels
- Motorcycle and bicycle frames
- Custom or fabricated parts
- Some car panels, engine covers, and brackets etc.
Give us a call for guidance and a quote.
Our chemical paint stripping process
Our process
1. Assess and prep
We inspect the item and remove any rubber, plastic, or sensitive inserts. The components will then be vapour blasted and cleaned thoroughly before being lowered into the strip tank. If needed, we can weld or straighten the item after stripping — see our TIG Welding or Bent & Cracked Wheel Repair services.
2. Submerge in tank
The part is fully immersed in a temperature and pH-controlled chemical tank and left to soak. Time varies depending on coating type and thickness.
3. Rinse and inspect
Once the coating has lifted, we drain and clean the item with high-pressure water, check for remaining debris, and remove any final residue.
4. Bake
If we are refinishing the component in-house, the part is cured in our high-temp oven to ensure all moisture is properly evaporated from the substrate.
5. Cool and prepare
The stripped item is cooled and is then ready for the refinishing process to begin.
Choose our Grey Lynn workshop over a mobile service for state-of-the-art techniques and craftsmanship
Find out why customers love Alloy Wheel Repair
15+ years of expert alloy wheel machining in Auckland
Full-service workshop with boring, welding, refinishing & more
No mobile shortcuts, everything’s done in-house by specialists
Loan wheels and vehicles available to keep you moving
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“Thanks so much Ash and the team at Allow Wheel Repair Grey Lynn! Very sharp quote and speedy turn around on 4 wheels full powder coated to gloss black with some very subtle but crisp RS4 detailing. They look amazing and really make everything pop!” Google Review from Ann Cowsill |
“Not the cheapest option available around but definitely the best result. These guys fixed a crack, sandblasted, removed curbing, repainted then machines and clear coated 4x 22” SQ7 wheels which are $3500 each to replace and they came up looking brand new.” Google Review from Victor Green |
