What finish is best for alloy wheels?

Gloss and satin finishes are popular for alloy wheels as they highlight the wheel design and are easy to keep clean. We also offer custom finishes including metallics and colour-matched options to complement your vehicle's look.

Can you colour-match my car's factory paint?

Yes, we offer colour matching services. Bring in your vehicle's colour code or a paint chip and we can source a matching powder coat. Our extensive colour range includes full RAL colours and custom mixing options.

Do you strip old coating before recoating?

Yes, surface preparation is a critical part of our process. We strip existing coatings and sandblast surfaces where required to ensure the new coating bonds properly. Proper preparation is what separates a long-lasting finish from one that peels or chips prematurely.

Automotive powder coating at Coating Lab Auckland

Automotive Powder Coating Auckland

From alloy wheels to full chassis restoration — durable, high-quality powder coating for every automotive application.

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Powder Coating for the Automotive Industry

Whether you're restoring a classic, building a track car, or simply refreshing worn-out alloys, powder coating delivers a finish that looks great and holds up to the demands of automotive use. At Coating Lab, we work with enthusiasts, workshops, and professional restorers across Auckland to protect and beautify metal components of every kind.

Powder coating outperforms wet paint in almost every measurable way for automotive applications — it's harder, more resistant to stone chips and brake dust, and far more resistant to the heat and chemicals an engine bay encounters.

What We Coat

Our team regularly works with a wide range of automotive components, including:

Alloy wheels and steel rims — the most popular automotive powder coating job
Chassis and subframes — full protection for restoration and custom builds
Suspension components — control arms, strut housings, sway bars, and more
Engine bay components — valve covers, intake manifolds, cam covers, and brackets
Roll cages and bars — structural parts that need durability as well as finish
Brake callipers — high-heat formulations available for extreme applications
Exhaust headers and pipes — discuss requirements with us for high-temp options
Interior trim and fittings — metal dash components, pedal sets, and more

Wheels & Rims

Wheel powder coating is one of our most requested services. Powder coating provides a far more durable finish than painted wheels, standing up to kerb rash risks, brake dust, and cleaning chemicals far better than standard paint.

We offer a full range of colours and finishes for wheels, from classic gloss black and silver to custom two-tone and coloured barrel options. Each wheel is stripped of any existing coating, inspected, prepped, and powder coated to a professional standard.

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Car Restoration

For classic car restorations, powder coating is the preferred finish for chassis components, suspension parts, and underbody metalwork. It's more durable than the original factory finishes and comes in any colour — including period-correct options for concours restorations.

We work with restorers throughout Auckland on projects of all scales, from single components to complete chassis work.

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Colour & Finish Options

Automotive jobs demand precision, and our colour range reflects that. We offer:

Full RAL colour range — over 200 standard colours
Colour matching to factory paint codes and custom chips
Gloss, semi-gloss, satin, and matte finishes
Metallic and pearl effects
Textured finishes (wrinkle, hammertone) popular for engine bay parts
Clear coat over bare or polished metal

Our Process

Assessment: We inspect your parts and discuss your colour and finish requirements
Strip & Prep: All existing coatings, paint, and surface contaminants are removed
Sandblasting: Where required, parts are blasted to a clean metal surface
Powder Application: Electrostatic gun ensures even, complete coverage
Curing: Parts are baked at the correct temperature and duration for the powder type
Inspection: Every part is checked before it leaves our facility

Frequently Asked Questions

Powder coating is heat-resistant and suitable for many engine bay components including valve covers, intake manifolds, and brackets. For components that reach very high temperatures (such as exhausts), we can advise on the most appropriate coating option for your specific application. Talk to us about your parts before dropping them off.

Gloss and satin finishes are the most popular for alloy wheels — they show off the wheel's design, are easy to clean, and look sharp against the car's bodywork. We also offer metallics, colour-matched options, and two-tone finishes for those wanting something more custom.

Yes, we offer colour matching. Bring in your vehicle's colour code or a paint chip and we can source a matching powder. Our range includes full RAL colours and custom options. Note that powder coat and wet paint have slightly different visual properties — we recommend approving a sample before committing to a large job.

Yes, always. Proper surface preparation is what makes the difference between a finish that lasts 15+ years and one that peels within months. We strip all existing coatings and sandblast where required to ensure the new powder bonds directly to clean metal.