Ceramic polishing for custom wheels is a process used to enhance the appearance and durability of the wheels, giving them a smooth, shiny finish while improving their resistance to corrosion and wear. Here's an overview of how the ceramic polishing process works:

Preparation: The wheels are first thoroughly cleaned to remove any dirt, grime, brake dust, or contaminants. This ensures that the surface is free of any particles that could affect the polishing process or cause imperfections.

Surface Inspection: Before starting the polishing, the technician inspects the wheels for any imperfections, such as scratches, dings, or oxidation. If there are any major imperfections, they may be corrected before the ceramic polish is applied.

Process:

  • The wheels are placed into a tumbler drum, which is filled with polishing media (abrasive media, ceramic chips, or beads) and a liquid compound (sometimes water or a special polishing fluid).

  • The tumbler rotates at a specific speed, causing the wheels and media to roll and grind together. The abrasives gently wear down imperfections, rough spots, and oxidation from the surface of the wheels, gradually smoothing and polishing the surface.

  • This process can take anywhere from a few hours to several days, depending on the level of polishing desired and the initial surface roughness of the wheel.

  • The polishing compound added to the mixture also influences the final appearance, with some compounds designed for a finer finish, while others are intended for rougher surfaces or preparing the metal before other forms of finishing. We typically use this process for fine and highly reflective finishes so we use the appropriate media to give this result.

  • After the tumbling process, the wheels are removed from the tumbler and carefully rinsed to remove any residual abrasive material or polishing compound.

  • The wheels are then inspected to ensure the desired level of polish has been achieved. In some cases, additional polishing steps may be needed, such as hand polishing or re-tumbling with finer medi

    Final Finish:

  • After the polishing process, the wheels will have a smoother, shinier surface. The result is a highly polished or even mirror-like finish, with any surface imperfections, scratches, or oxidation removed.