Question 1

Is paint correction the same as polishing?

Accepted Answer

Polishing is one step of paint correction. Correction is the whole process: decontamination, measuring the paint, compounding to level defects, polishing to refine the finish, then protecting it. A polish alone hides more than it fixes.

Question 2

How do you remove a paint scratch?

Accepted Answer

It starts with assessing the scratch. We wash with soap, water and a soft microfiber towel to lift loose contaminants, then use a clay bar with a specialized lubricant to pull out contaminants embedded in the clear coat. Next comes machine polishing — a dual-action polisher with a foam pad and the right cut compound, worked slowly in a crosshatch pattern, then wiped down with a paint-safe microfiber towel. Done correctly, swirls and light scratches come right out, restoring the finish across the whole vehicle.

Question 3

How long do paint corrections take?

Accepted Answer

One day for a single-stage correction on a small car; two to three days for a multi-stage correction on a large or badly swirled one. The clock is set by the paint, not the calendar: every panel is worked under lights until the defects are gone.

Question 4

Are paint corrections worth it?

Accepted Answer

If the car is being coated or filmed, yes, always: protection over defects seals them in. If it is a keeper with swirled paint, yes: correction is the only way to get the gloss back. If it is sold next month, a maintenance detail is enough.

Question 5

How much do paint corrections typically cost?

Accepted Answer

Ours start at $500 for a single-stage Elite Stage correction. Two-Step and Three-Step corrections cost more because they are more days of work, and the number depends on vehicle size and how far gone the paint is.

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