Professional Paint Correction Services

Paint correction is the process of permanently removing imperfections from your vehicle's clear coat through machine polishing. Unlike waxes or sealants that temporarily fill scratches, paint correction actually removes a microscopic layer of clear coat to eliminate defects and restore optical clarity.

At Naptown Detail, we use professional-grade dual-action polishers, high-quality compounds and polishes, and proper lighting to identify and remove paint defects. Our paint correction service is ideal for vehicles with swirl marks, light scratches, water spots, oxidation, or dull paint that has lost its gloss.

What Paint Correction Can Fix

Swirl Marks: Those circular scratches visible in direct sunlight, typically caused by improper washing techniques
Light Scratches: Surface-level scratches that haven't penetrated through the clear coat
Water Spots: Mineral deposits etched into the paint from hard water or acid rain
Oxidation: Faded, chalky paint caused by UV exposure over time
Holograms: Buffer marks left by inexperienced detailers or body shops
Bird Dropping Etching: Marks left from acidic bird droppings

What to Expect from Paint Correction

✓ Will Be Removed (70-90%)

Swirl marks, light scratches, water spots, oxidation, minor clear coat defects

✗ Cannot Be Fixed

Deep scratches through clear coat, rock chips, scratches to bare metal, paint transfer from impacts

Paint Correction Pricing

Service Level

Sedan

SUV

XL/Van

Single-Stage Correction

$400

$475

$550

+ Ceramic Coating

$800

$950

$1,100

All paint correction services include: full wash & decontamination, clay bar treatment, machine polishing, and 6-month paint sealant protection. Ceramic coating upgrade available for longer-lasting protection.

Our Paint Correction Process

Paint Assessment: We inspect your paint under specialized lighting to identify all defects and measure clear coat thickness
Full Decontamination: Thorough wash, iron removal, and clay bar treatment to remove all surface contaminants
Tape & Mask: All trim, rubber, and sensitive areas are protected
Test Spot: We test our polishing approach on a small area to confirm the best method for your paint
Machine Polishing: Systematic polishing of all painted surfaces using dual-action polishers
IPA Wipedown: Isopropyl alcohol removes polishing oils to reveal true results
Protection: Application of 6-month sealant or ceramic coating
Final Inspection: We review the completed work with you under proper lighting

Why Paint Correction Before Ceramic Coating?

If you're considering ceramic coating, paint correction is an essential first step. Ceramic coatings lock in whatever is underneath them—including swirls and scratches. By correcting the paint first, you ensure that the coating protects a flawless surface, not a flawed one.

We recommend paint correction for any vehicle that will receive ceramic coating, especially if the vehicle has never been properly polished or has visible swirl marks.