This is How Much it Costs to Get Your Rims Painted

It costs between $200 and $1,000 to get your rims painted depending on whether you do it yourself or have it done professionally. Here’s what to know.
Written by Talullah Blanco
Reviewed by Melanie Reiff
If your rims are old and damaged, you can paint them to upgrade your car’s appearance. The costs to get your rims painted will depend on whether you take on the project yourself or if you take your car to a professional. 
Painting your rims can make your car look as good as new, and it’s a great way to add some personal flair to your ride. If you’re wondering how much it costs to get your rims painted, you’ve come to the right place.
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How much does it cost to paint rims (total)?

You can expect to pay between $50 and $250 per wheel or $200 to $1,000 to get all four wheels painted. 
This may seem like a wide price range, but the cost will depend on your specific model and needs. For example, the material, size, and condition of your wheels and whether you paint your rims yourself or have it done by a professional all affect the total cost to get your rims painted. 

How much does it cost to paint your rims yourself?

If you are looking to upgrade your rims on your budget, you can paint your rims yourself. By doing this, you’ll avoid the cost of labor and just have to pay for the supplies. 
Painting your rims yourself will cost between $30 and $100 depending on the quality of paints and primers you use. Here are some of your paint options and how much they’ll cost:
  • Spray paint. You can purchase four cans of spray paint for $25 at your local hardware store or
    Dupli-Color
    wheel spray paint for $60. If you go the multipurpose spray paint route, be sure it adheres to allow or chrome. 
  • Plastidip. This durable rubber coating is easy to apply to your car rims and can be removed when you’re ready for a new color. A
    Plasti Dip
    kit with four cans of plastic dip and two cans of gloss will cost you around $65.
  • Spray-on truck bed liner. For an abrasion and corrosion-resistant textured option, you can use
    Rust-Oleum spray-on truck bed liner
    to paint your rims for $14 per can. 
You’ll also need a jack and lug wrench to remove the wheel and lug nuts while you paint, sandpaper to smooth any scratches before you paint, primer to help the paint stick, painter's tape, plastic sheeting, drop cloth, and top coat—all of which shouldn’t cost you more than $30 depending on the supplies you already have.
Key Takeaway The total cost of your do-it-yourself rim paint job will depend on the quality of paint and primer you use and the supplies you already have.
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Step-by-step to painting your rims

Set aside several hours or an entire weekend day to complete your do-it-yourself rim painting project. Now just follow these steps to paint your rims:
  • Remove your rims. Use your jack and lug wrench 
  • Clean. Use soap and a sponge to clean your rims, wash them off with water, and then dry completely with a rag
  • Sand. Begin sanding with heavy-grit sandpaper to remove rust and paint from your wheels. Incrementally reduce sandpaper grit until your wheels are completely smooth. Be sure to wipe away all the dust before starting the next step
  • Cover and tape the tire. Cover the tire with plastic sheeting and painter's tape to protect it from overspray and for a clean finish. Set your tire atop the drop cloth 
  • Prime. Apply the primer to the wheels and allow them to dry before spraying on another coat
  • Paint. Take a step back and apply the paint evenly to the rim. Let the paint dry and then repeat this step till you’ve applied three coats 
  • Top coat. Spray the top coat on your wheels using the same method you used to apply the primer and paint. The top coat will add a glossy layer and protect your rim paint job
  • Install your wheels. It will take at least twenty-four hours for your paint to cure before you can remove the plastic sheeting and painter's tape and then install your wheels
MORE: How to paint car wheels

How much does it cost to get your rims painted professionally?

It will cost between $100 and $200 to get your rims painted by a professional depending on the condition and size of your wheels, the paint job you want, and the shop you go to. 
Be sure to call and get quotes from several painters to get the price for the professional paint job you want. Wheel repairs will cost extra so you’ll also want to make note of any repairs your wheel may need to get an accurate estimate.

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FAQ

Depending on the condition and size of your wheel, the paint job you want, and the shop you go to, a professional rim paint job can cost between $100 and $200 per wheel.
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