I have made a full step by step thread on how to dye wheels, to hopefull anwser many "how to dye wheel" questions.
Step 1-Go to any craft store and pick up some RIT brand dye in any color that you want. I buy the powder kind, just because thats what most people use but im sure the liquid works too.
Step 2-Boil enough water to cover the wheel/wheels with about 1/2 to 1 inch of water over them.
Step 3-Put the water in a bucket, then add the dye. If you want a lighter color then add about 1/4 of the pack, but if you want it darker add about 1/2 of the pack and add more if needed. Make sure you stir the water well before doing Step 4.
Step 4-Place your wheel/wheels into the water(i used an old razor pro wheel, just to test it)
Step 5-Wait about 3-4 hours or just do it before bed, then take the wheel out, dry it off any enjoy your new colored wheel!
FAQ:
Can you use any wheel?
Yes you can, plastic core or metal core, but i recommend you use a light colored wheel for the color to show up better.
Will the color wear off?
It shouldn't wear off as long as you leave the wheel in for at least 3-4 hours to let the dye soak through the wheel.
How much is the dye?
The dye usually runs from $2-3 dollars a pack depending on what store you go to.
I will also post up pics of my white eagle sport metal cores when they are done to show you how they turned out.
By the way, Mods if you like this do you think it could be stickied?
Update!: Dyed Metal Core
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Step 1-Go to any craft store and pick up some RIT brand dye in any color that you want. I buy the powder kind, just because thats what most people use but im sure the liquid works too.
Step 2-Boil enough water to cover the wheel/wheels with about 1/2 to 1 inch of water over them.
Step 3-Put the water in a bucket, then add the dye. If you want a lighter color then add about 1/4 of the pack, but if you want it darker add about 1/2 of the pack and add more if needed. Make sure you stir the water well before doing Step 4.
Step 4-Place your wheel/wheels into the water(i used an old razor pro wheel, just to test it)
Step 5-Wait about 3-4 hours or just do it before bed, then take the wheel out, dry it off any enjoy your new colored wheel!
FAQ:
Can you use any wheel?
Yes you can, plastic core or metal core, but i recommend you use a light colored wheel for the color to show up better.
Will the color wear off?
It shouldn't wear off as long as you leave the wheel in for at least 3-4 hours to let the dye soak through the wheel.
How much is the dye?
The dye usually runs from $2-3 dollars a pack depending on what store you go to.
I will also post up pics of my white eagle sport metal cores when they are done to show you how they turned out.
By the way, Mods if you like this do you think it could be stickied?
Update!: Dyed Metal Core
BEFORE:
AFTER:
