What is Paint Correction?
Paint correction is the process of removing scratches, swirls, oxidation, and other paint imperfections to restore a vehicle’s finish to a smooth, glossy, showroom-quality appearance.
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BENEFITS OF PAINT CORRECTION
Smooth Surface & Remove Contaminants
Eliminates embedded dirt, tar, and industrial fallout, leaving your paint silky smooth and ready for polishing.
Restore Shine & Eliminate Imperfections
Removes swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation to bring out maximum depth and clarity in your paint.
Long-Lasting Gloss & Defense
Locks in shine with ceramic or graphene coatings, protecting your paint from UV, chemicals, and environmental damage.
PAINT CORRECTION
Select Reconditioning services, professional compounding, and polishing, will bring clarity to your paint’s finish.
PAINT CORRECTION
Starting at: $475*
*Prices may vary based on make/model, size, and condition of vehicle. Inspection Required.
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PAINT CORRECTION OPTIONS
- Multi-step $475 – $575+
- Focused $900+
CERTIFIED RECONDITIONING EXTRAS
Starting at:
- Headlight restoration $50 – $75 per (5-10 yr warranty)
- Engine bay detail $65 – $75+
- Chrome polish $10 – $20 per
- Glass polish $5 – 15 per
- Odor Removal $75-125
- Leather treatment $45 – $65
- Water spot removal $75 – $125
- Fabric Protectant $35 – $65
Paint Correction Prep
Restore Depth, Clarity and Shine before Paint Protection
Proper reconditioning is essential before any paint protection is applied, such as ceramic or graphene coating. Surface defects prevent coatings from adhering evenly and reduce gloss and durability.
Polishing
Refines the paint surface
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Reduces light swirls
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Improves shine
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Does not remove deeper scratches
Paint Correction
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Targets deeper imperfections: scratches, oxidation, water spots, and age-related damage
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Multi-stage compounding and polishing levels the clear coat
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Included as a corrective process in our R1 Pro Ceramic Coating Packages — our flagship service.
The level of correction depends on your paint condition and desired result.
Your needs, Our Solutions
What Needs Paint Correction?
Dull, Swirled, or Scratched Paint
Your vehicle may need reconditioning if the paint has lost clarity or shows swirl marks, scratches, oxidation, or a cloudy appearance. These are signs that the clear coat needs restoration, not just cleaning.
Rough or Contaminated Surface
If your paint feels rough to the touch, has bonded contaminants, overspray, water spots, or heavy mineral deposits, reconditioning is required to restore smoothness and shine before any protective treatment.
Prepping for Ceramic or Graphene Coatings
Professional coatings cannot bond to dull, oxidized, or damaged paint. Reconditioning is required to correct defects and create a flawless surface that ensures maximum gloss and long-term coating performance.