Paint correction in Philadelphia, PA
Machine polishing that takes swirls, haze and light scratches out of the paint.
Paint Correction
Clear coat, brought back to clear.
Swirl marks, holograms, water spots and that dull, hazy look are all damage sitting in the top layer of clear coat. Paint correction removes them by machine polishing the clear coat until the surface is level and clear again, so light hits it cleanly and the color looks deep.
It is careful, hands-on work, panel by panel, like the polishing in this photo from inside our shop. It is also the right first step before a ceramic coating, because a coating locks in whatever is underneath it.
Included
How a correction is done
- Wash and decontaminationThe paint is cleaned and stripped of bonded grime before any polishing starts.
- Inspection under lightDefects are easier to see, and to fix, under strong shop lighting.
- Compounding where neededThe heavier step, for deeper swirls and scratches.
- PolishingRefines the finish for clarity and gloss.
- ProtectionFinished with wax, sealant or a ceramic coating so the work lasts.
What polishing can and cannot fix
If a scratch catches your fingernail, it has likely gone through the clear coat, and no polish will remove it completely, though it can soften how it looks. Swirls, haze, light scratches and most water spots respond very well.
Will paint correction remove every scratch?
No honest detailer can promise that. Deep scratches through the clear coat need paint work. Most of what people notice, like swirls and haze, polishes out.
Should I get a ceramic coating after?
It is the best time to do it. The paint is at its cleanest and clearest, and a coating helps keep it that way.
How do I keep swirls from coming back?
Skip the brush car washes, wash with clean mitts and soft towels, and keep a layer of protection on the paint.
Where we work
Paint correction near you.
Paint correction is done in our shop, and we serve drivers across the area.
More services
Often booked together.
Full Detail
Hand wash, wheels, protection and a complete cabin clean in one visit.
Interior Detailing
Carpets, seats, dash, vents and glass cleaned out properly.
Exterior Wash & Wax
A careful hand wash, clean wheels and a waxed, protected finish.
Ceramic Coating
A bonded, glossy layer that makes every wash easier.
Get a quote
Get a paint correction quote.
Send the vehicle and what it needs, and the shop gets back to you with a quote.
Hours
Monday to Friday: 10 AM to 6 PM Saturday: 10 AM to 5:30 PM Sunday: Closed