Paint Correction
Swirl mark and scratch removal for Spring cars
Most swirl marks come from automatic car washes, dirty towels and wiping dust off a dry car. In the Houston sun they look like a web of fine circles across every panel, and they make even a dark, expensive car look dull and tired.
Paint correction is careful machine polishing. We wash and clay the car, check the paint under bright lights, then use a dual-action polisher with the right pad and polish to level out the swirls and light scratches in the clear coat. It's slow, skilled work, done in your garage or a shady spot. We'll show you a test spot first so you know what to expect.
What's included
- Wash and clay bar decontamination
- Paint inspection under bright lights
- Test spot so you see the result first
- One or more polishing steps as needed
- Headlight restoration available
- Wax, sealant or ceramic coating to finish
When to book
Signs your paint needs correction
Swirls in the sun
Circular spider-web marks show up on dark cars in direct light.
Hazy, dull paint
Paint that looks flat even right after a wash.
Light scratches
Fingernail marks around door handles and light scuffs from bags and keys.
Water spots
Hard water and sprinklers leave rings that a wash won't remove.
Our process
How we handle paint correction
- 1
Inspect
We look at the paint under bright lights and show you the problem spots.
- 2
Test spot
We polish a small area so you can see the difference before we go further.
- 3
Correct
Panel by panel, the swirls and light scratches get polished out.
- 4
Protect
A sealant or ceramic coating locks in the finish.
Our work
See the before & after photos
Interiors, paint and wheels, side by side. Drag the slider to compare.
FAQ
Paint Correction questions
Can you remove all scratches?
Light swirls and surface scratches usually polish out. Deep scratches that catch your fingernail have gone through the clear coat and need paint work. We'll tell you which is which before we start.
How long does paint correction take?
Usually most of a day, sometimes longer, depending on the car's size and condition.
Can you fix cloudy headlights?
Yes. Yellowed, foggy headlights can be sanded, polished and sealed back to clear, which looks better and helps you see at night.
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