South Jersey Paint Correction
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PAINT CORRECTION

Paint correction is a process in the automotive detailing industry aimed at restoring and enhancing the finish of a vehicle's paintwork. The goal of paint correction is to remove imperfections such as swirl marks, scratches, oxidation, water spots, and other blemishes that can occur over time, restoring the paint to a flawless and glossy appearance.

These services are an additional charge with purchase of an exterior detail*

One Step Paint Correction

+$250

Achieves removal of 50-70% of paint defects

Two Step Paint Correction

+$500

Achieves removal of 70-90% of paint defects

Getting an interior detail for your car offers several benefits, both practical and aesthetic. Here are some of the advantages:

  • Surface Inspection

    Before starting the paint correction process, a thorough inspection of the vehicle's paint is conducted. This helps identify the extent of imperfections, swirl marks, and scratches.

  • Washing and Decontamination

    The vehicle is thoroughly washed to remove surface dirt and contaminants. Decontamination processes, such as clay bar treatment, may also be employed to remove embedded contaminants.

  • Paint Measurement

    Paint thickness is measured using specialized tools to ensure that there is enough material to safely perform correction without risking damage to the paint.

  • Paint Correction Process

    The actual paint correction involves using abrasive compounds and polishing compounds in combination with machine polishers. These compounds help to level the surface by removing a thin layer of clear coat and eliminating or reducing imperfections.

  • Multiple Stages

    Paint correction is often done in multiple stages, using different abrasive levels of compounds. Coarser compounds are used initially to address deeper scratches and imperfections, followed by finer compounds for refining the finish.

  • Polishing and Finishing

    After correction, the paint is polished to enhance clarity and gloss. Finishing products are applied to protect the paint and provide a durable and attractive shine.

It's important to note that paint correction is a skilled and labor-intensive process that is typically performed by professional detailers. It requires expertise in using abrasive compounds and polishing tools to achieve the desired results without causing further damage to the paint.

While paint correction can significantly improve the appearance of a vehicle's paint, it does have limitations. In cases where the clear coat is severely damaged or there are deep scratches that penetrate the paint layers, paint correction may not be able to fully restore the finish, and more extensive measures such as repainting may be necessary.