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Paint Correction

Machine polishing to reduce swirl marks, light scratches, and haze — offered as a one-step or two-step process depending on your paint's condition.

Over time, washing, road grime, and general use leave a clear coat with swirl marks, light scratches, and a dull, hazy look. Paint correction is a machine polishing process that removes a thin layer of the clear coat to reduce those defects and restore gloss and clarity. We offer two levels of correction, depending on how much your paint needs.

One-Step Correction

A single polishing pass for paint with light swirl marks and haze. Restores gloss without the more involved compounding stage.

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Two-Step Correction

Compounding followed by polishing, for paint with deeper scratches, heavier swirl marks, or oxidation.

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How to Choose

If you're not sure which level of correction your vehicle needs, bring it by and we'll assess the paint condition in person before recommending one-step or two-step. In some cases, a standard exterior detail is all that's needed — correction is specifically for addressing visible defects in the clear coat, not routine washing and protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is paint correction?

Paint correction is a machine polishing process that reduces swirl marks, light scratches, and haze in a vehicle's clear coat, improving gloss and clarity beyond what washing and waxing alone can achieve.

Which do I need, one-step or two-step?

It depends on your paint's current condition. Light swirls and haze generally call for one-step correction; deeper scratches and more significant defects usually need two-step. Bring your vehicle in and we can advise after assessing the paint.

Do you offer ceramic coating?

No, ceramic coating is not currently a service we offer.

Ready to Restore Your Paint?

Bring your vehicle by our Commack shop and we'll recommend the right level of correction.

15 Veterans Memorial Highway, Commack, NY 11725 · 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Open 7 Days

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