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Paint correction

Paint Correction in Anderson, SC

Machine polishing that removes car-wash swirls, water spots, oxidation, holograms, bird-dropping etching and light scratches from the clear coat, so the paint shines the way it should.

Options

Two levels of correction

Every vehicle is different. The final price depends on size, paint condition and the result you want, and is confirmed after inspection.

1-Step Paint Correction

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About 2 days in the shop

  • Single machine-polishing stage
  • Reduces visible car-wash swirls, hard-water spots, oxidation, light scratches and staining
  • Restores a high-gloss finish
  • Results depend on the paint’s condition and safe correction limits

Finished with a 6-month sealant, included in the price.

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The process

Inspected, measured, then polished

  • The paint is inspected under full LED lighting, so every swirl and scratch is visible.
  • We check paint thickness where appropriate and assess how much correction the paint can safely take.
  • The paint is machine polished in multiple passes with professional tools and equipment, matched to its age and condition.
  • The finish is protected with the included 6-month sealant, or upgraded to a ceramic coating.

Common questions

Will a correction remove every scratch?

No. Correction removes defects in the clear coat. A scratch you can catch with a fingernail usually goes through the clear coat, and polishing it out would remove too much paint. We show you what can and cannot be removed when we inspect the vehicle.

1-step or 2-step?

A 1-step correction suits most daily drivers and makes a dramatic difference. A 2-step adds a cutting stage before the finishing polish, for owners who want as close to flawless as the paint allows, or before a long-term ceramic coating.

How is a correction different from a paint enhancement?

The paint enhancement in a Level 3 detail is a light polish for gloss. It does not remove swirls or scratches. A correction is a longer, multi-pass process that does.

How do I keep the paint looking corrected?

Every correction includes a 6-month sealant. For longer protection, we recommend at least a 1-year ceramic coating, and washing by hand rather than in an automatic car wash.

See what your paint can look like

Send a few details or photos and we will suggest the right level of correction.