How to clean aluminum rims?

How to clean aluminum rims?

The aluminum rims of a car get dirty very quickly and if you don’t clean them regularly they can become very dirty and clogged.

So today I present to you the best tips and tricks to clean and shine the aluminum rims of your car.

1. Clean alloy rims with WD-40

A first trick that works every time to clean and shine aluminum rims is to spray WD-40.

1. Spray the WD-40 product on the entire surface of the rim and leave to act for 5 minutes.
2. Use a brush specially designed for car rims and clean every nook and cranny.
3. Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe the aluminum rims and repeat the application of WD-40 if necessary for very dirty rims.

To prevent aluminum, steel or alloy rims from becoming clogged and very dirty, wash them regularly with WD-40, once or twice a month.

2. Clean aluminum rims with vinegar

Vinegar can be used to clean a multitude of things and objects around the house and even the aluminum rims of your car.

Here’s how to pull off this rim cleaner recipe:

1. Spray household vinegar over the entire surface of the aluminum rim.
2. With a special brush, brush and clean the rim and repeat if the rim is very dirty.
3. Wipe the rim with a dry, soft cloth to buff and shine the aluminum.

No matter what trick you’re going to use, you can use an old toothbrush to clean every nook and cranny of the car’s rims.

3. Cleaning aluminum rims with dishwashing liquid

Another product that will clean and shine the aluminum rims of your car is dishwashing liquid. Here’s how to pull off this other trick:

1. Fill a basin or bucket with hot water and add some dishwashing liquid.
2. Soak a sponge with this liquid and clean the aluminum rims.
3. Rinse the rims and use a dry, soft cloth to wipe the surface.

If the rims are very dirty and cloggedadd 1 part white vinegar to 1 part hot water in this recipe.

4. Clean pitted aluminum rims with baking soda

If you are looking for a way to clean pitted aluminum rims then the best solution is to use baking soda.

1. Fill a bucket with hot water and add 2-4 tablespoons of baking soda.
2. Mix the solution to dissolve the baking soda well (so as not to scratch the aluminum).
3. Soak a brush, sponge or cloth in this mixture and rub the rims, paying particular attention to the stains.
4. Rinse and wipe the rims with a soft, dry cloth to finish cleaning the rims.

Of course, if you use this trick it is important to be careful not to damage and scratch the aluminum rim. It is therefore very important to completely dissolve the baking soda in water before using it on aluminum.

5. Polish and shine aluminum rims naturally

Did you know that it was possible to naturally polish the aluminum rims of your car with a vegetable oil?

Indeed, once the cleaning of the aluminum rims is finished and they are completely dry:

1. Pour a little olive oil (or other vegetable oil) on a soft, clean cloth and rub the rims with circular movements.
2. Use a new, soft, dry cloth to wipe excess oil from the rims, always using circular motions.

Wait a few hours before driving so that the oil is completely dry. The oil will protect your aluminum rims longer against dust and other dirt.

6. A brush to clean the aluminum rims of your car

No matter which tip you choose to clean aluminium, steel or alloy rims, it is important to always use a brush specially designed for cleaning rims.