Two Step Paint Corrections
Enhance your paint's brilliance by removing clear coat defects and blemishes
The highest level of perfection you can achieve for your vehicle’s paint
The goal of paint correction is to eliminate swirls and imperfections, allowing your car to truly shine. Depending on your preferences, we can aim to remove 65% to 90% of the imperfections in your paint. This involves an intensive cutting and polishing process, known as a 2-step correction, to achieve maximum gloss and clarity.
However, some scratches and imperfections may not be completely removed. This can be due to the depth of the scratch, the type of imperfection, or safety concerns related to polishing certain panels with low clear coat.
We will assess what can be safely removed from your paint. It's not just about eliminating as many imperfections as possible; it's also about knowing when to stop to maintain the integrity of your paint.
The time spent polishing can range from 5 to 20 hours, depending on your desired outcome.
Even for newer vehicles, just four months off the lot, a 2-step correction may still be necessary. Despite being relatively new, the vehicle has likely been transported, handled, and washed by various people, leading to the accumulation of swirls and imperfections.
During this time, cars experience a lot of movement and care, which is why even new vehicles, regardless of make and model, often leave the showroom with noticeable flaws.
Paint correction is a commitment to your vehicle. To keep your paint in top condition after the service, proper maintenance is essential. If not washed and dried correctly, you risk reintroducing swirls and scratches in just a few washes.
This is one of the most meticulous detailing services. Depending on your vehicle's condition and the results you want, it can take anywhere from 8 to 15 hours to complete.
Our Paint Correction Process
1. Clean Wheels, Tires, & Fenders
We start our detailing process with a comprehensive clean of your wheels, tires, and fenders, rejuvenating every surface. This includes cleaning wheel faces, barrels, tires, and inner fender liners.
2. Gentle Foam Hand Wash
We pamper your vehicle with a gentle foam hand wash, enveloping it in a thick layer of cleansing foam. Meanwhile, we attend to intricate details such as cleaning jambs, the gas cap, and removing bugs from the paint.
3. Chemically Remove Iron Particles
We ensure a pristine surface by chemically removing iron particles from your paint through a decontamination process.
4. Clay Bar Treatment
For a flawlessly clean surface, we apply a clay bar treatment to eliminate any lingering embedded dirt and debris, leaving your paint exceptionally smooth to the touch.
5. Step 1: Compound Phase (Correction)
Effectively eliminate the majority of swirls and scratches from your car's paint using a machine polisher, cutting disc, and specialized compound.
6. Step 2: Polishing Phase (Polish)
This phase enhances shine and clarity by polishing out the micro-scratches remaining from the compound phase.
7. Paint Wipe Down
To accurately assess the true condition, we meticulously wipe down the paint, removing any residual polish that might obscure imperfections.
8. Apply Paint Protection
We apply a ceramic sealant to safeguard your paint.
9. Dress Tires, Plastic & Trim
Enhancing the exterior's allure, we meticulously dress most exterior plastic and trim to achieve a consistent, non-greasy black finish, similar to the tires, fenders, and other trim components.
10. Clean Exterior Windows & Mirrors
We complete the detail with streak-free glass cleaning on all exterior surfaces.
11. Final Touch Ups
Conducting a thorough inspection of all exterior surfaces, we meticulously address any areas requiring attention, ensuring a flawless finish.
Pricing Made Easy
Pricing is based on the size, condition, and type of vehicle.
Small
(Coupe/Compact)
$600
Medium
(Sedan/Midsize SUV)
$800
Large
(Truck/Large SUV)
$1,000
Two Step Paint Corrections FAQs
Do you come to me?
Yes, we are a fully-contained mobile detailing unit and can perform the wash at your home, apartment, or workplace. We service Bear, Christiana, Chesapeake City, Elkton, Glasgow, The Greater Wilmington Area, Havre De Grace, Middletown, Newark, Townsend, and more. We don’t charge a mobile fee, but depending on your location, we may require a minimum price for our service.
How long do the results last?
Once your paint is corrected, maintenance becomes essential. Think of it like training a pet to sit on command; you don’t just teach them once and expect them to remember it forever. Ongoing practice and repetition are necessary. The same applies to paint correction—you must regularly wash and dry your vehicle to keep that swirl-free finish intact. Without proper care, you risk returning to the original condition.
What tools and products do you use?
We use a diverse selection of machines, pads, polishes, compounds, cleaners, towels, and lights to work on your vehicle. Specifically, we utilize Rupes polishers and pads, Farecla compounds and polishes, Menzerna polishes, premium Rag Company towels, and many other high-quality tools and products. Each car is unique, which allows us to tailor our methods and tools accordingly.
What’s the difference between wax and paint correction?
Wax does not eliminate swirls or scratches from your paint; it merely conceals very light imperfections and can be applied in a few hours. In contrast, paint correction actually removes those swirls, resulting in a stunning shine. This process requires significant time and effort, typically taking one or two full days, depending on the vehicle's size, condition, and desired outcome.
