10 Best Wheel Paints UK 2024 | E-Tech, Halfords and More

Autotek has created a fast-drying acrylic paint that focuses just on being compatible with automotive wheels. It has excellent durability and is both weather-resistant and scratch-resistant, making it pretty much perfect for the UK. 

We've shown the gloss black here, but there are other classic options like silver and grey available too. With 90% of their ratings on Amazon being 4 stars or above, you know the company must be getting something right. For the price, the size and the professional-quality finish, we highly recommend giving this one a try. 

Whether you're looking to increase the value of your car before selling it on or you want to save a bit of money getting your wheels done, this kit is a great one to consider. The paint itself is known to be long-lasting as well as flake- and crack-resistant and stands up against corrosion, dust, cleaning chemicals and road debris.

For a very reasonable price, this kit contains everything you need for a complete refurb, including silver metallic paint and a gloss lacquer to finish the job. You also get sandpaper, files, wheel putty, an applicator, a degreaser and even some gloves and a roll of masking tape! 

Here's another touch-up in a bottle, this time from M.A.D. This is a high-quality black helios gloss paint that comes with a built-in brush. While it is a gloss paint, it's known not to be as shiny as others, so this could be useful if you're retouching an older vehicle that isn't quite as shiny as it used to be. 

You'll get 30 ml of paint, which is a decent amount as long as the scuffs aren't too heavy. Furthermore, while the company don't mention that it has any protective qualities, previous users have found that it stands up to the roads and the elements rather well. 

This offering from Halfords is compatible with virtually all forms of automotive paint finishes, making it a handy piece of kit to have in the garage. Plus, not only is it versatile, but it's renowned for providing a tough and durable protective layer to any surface it adorns. 

With this can you'll get a little more than you need for the average wheel, as it's 500 ml. It's known for having excellent coverage too, so you should need to use less than usual. That said, we'd still opt for four cans to be on the safe side! 

MP Essentials bring us this metallic black finish from E-Tech that is perfect for refurbishing your alloys when you want to get them looking brand-spanking new. 

Here, we've opted for the black, but there are also three other finishes – two greys and silver – so there should be a colour for anyone's ride. The paint is really easy to apply too, thanks to its adjustable nozzle that can work either vertically or horizontally. 

Jenolite has produced a high-quality, acrylic-based aluminium paint that is perfect for restoring all types of alloys. Moreover, it's resistant to corrosion, flaking, cracking and most importantly, scratches from little stones on the road. 

You have the option to buy these paints individually for around ten pounds, or in a three-pack where you effectively get one can for free. With a nice and easy 400 ml volume, you should see that each wheel will need approximately one can to complete. 

This offering from Hycote is the most economical option in our ranking, so it's ideal for those who want to freshen things up without breaking the bank. With excellent adhesion, you can be assured that the paint will sit and dry well once you've finished the job. 

Some buyers have found that the colour isn't quite as stated, though. For example, some have found this matte black to have a little more life and vibrancy than they wanted from the finish, so it could be worth testing before putting it straight on your rims.  

If you live in a more rural part of the country or you frequently travel to those sorts of areas, you'll be familiar with grit and gravel by-roads. It'll also come as no surprise that regularly driving down them can play havoc with your alloys, which is why a touch-up kit can be the perfect solution. 

Here we have a pack of five touch-up kits (although they can be bought as singles too) which are ideal for folk who travel the outdoors but still want their car to look fresh. The brush-on sticks are only 12 ml each, so stocking up on a few is probably a good idea. 

E-Tech is a big name in the paint game, and we'll be seeing more of them later in the ranking. Here we have their primer paint that is specifically made for those notoriously difficult aluminium surfaces. While it may not be pertinent for most alloys, those who do have them will appreciate it. 

This spray has a grey finish, so it will be a little darker than your average wheel, but it's still a pretty common colour, plus you'll get about one wheel finished per can. It is a little on the pricey side compared to other products, but it's definitely cheaper than getting it done professionally! 

This silver spray paint from Simoniz is fast-drying, so you and your shiny new wheels will be back on the road in no time. Furthermore, it's also scratch-resistant and compatible with most original colours. 

This specific purchase is for a multipack of two cans, which will save you a bit of cash when doing more than one wheel. Whilst it is scratch-resistant, the company do advise using it alongside a lacquered finish, just to be extra safe.