The short answer
Refurbishing alloy wheels in the UK typically costs around £50–£120 per wheel, depending on the finish, wheel size and the extent of the damage. A standard painted or powder-coat refurbishment often sits at the lower-to-middle of that range, while a diamond-cut finish typically costs more — commonly around £100–£120+ per wheel — because it needs specialist lathe work and curing. A full set of four therefore usually works out somewhere around £200–£480, and many workshops price a set more keenly than four single wheels. Larger wheels (around 20 inches and above) tend to sit at the higher end. The main drivers are the finish, the wheel size, and whether the damage is cosmetic or structural.
Price depends mainly on the finish you choose, your wheel size and how much damage there is. The figures below are typical UK prices for guidance, not quotations.
Typical UK costs
- Painted / powder-coat~£50–£90 / wheel
- Diamond-cut~£100–£120+ / wheel
- Full set of four~£200–£480
- Larger wheels (20"+)higher end
- Mobile cosmetic repairoften lower per wheel
What drives the price
- Finish type: a standard painted or powder-coat refurbishment is usually the lower-priced option; a diamond-cut finish costs more because of the lathe work and curing involved.
- Wheel size: larger diameter wheels (around 20 inches and up) generally cost more per wheel than smaller ones.
- Damage extent: light cosmetic scuffs cost less than wheels needing full stripping, crack repair or straightening.
- Single wheel vs full set: many specialists price a full set of four more keenly than four separate wheels.
| Item | Typical figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Painted / powder-coat | ~£50–£90 / wheel | lower-priced finish |
| Diamond-cut | ~£100–£120+ / wheel | specialist lathe work |
| Full set (four) | ~£200–£480 | often keener than four singles |
| Larger wheels (20"+) | higher end | more material & time |
Indicative UK figures for guidance. Sources: Checkatrade and MyJobQuote cost guides.
Why a full set can cost less per wheel
Setting up the equipment, mixing or matching the finish and curing the work all carry fixed time, so doing four wheels in one booking spreads that across the set. That is why a full set of four often comes in lower per wheel than four wheels booked separately. If one wheel is badly kerbed, it is usually worth asking what the full set would cost at the same time, especially if the others are also scuffed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to refurbish alloy wheels in the UK?
Typically around £50–£120 per wheel, depending on the finish, wheel size and damage. A full set of four usually works out somewhere around £200–£480, with diamond-cut finishes at the higher end.
Why does diamond-cut cost more than painted?
A diamond-cut finish needs the wheel machined on a specialist lathe and then lacquered and cured, which takes more skill and time than a painted or powder-coat refurbishment — so it typically costs more per wheel.
Why is the price range so wide?
Because wheels differ. The finish, the wheel size and how much damage there is all move the figure. An assessment of your actual wheels gives the accurate number.
Sources & further reading
Figures on this page are typical UK ranges drawn from published sources and depend on your specific wheels. They are guidance, not a quotation.