PAINT CORRECTION sPECIALIST IN hANFORD, CA

 If your car’s paint isn’t looking as glossy as it used to—or if you’re noticing swirl marks, light scratches, or a hazy finish—then yes, your paint likely needs to be polished. Polishing is a key step in restoring the shine and smoothness of your paint by removing those surface imperfections that build up over time. Even if your car is relatively new, it may still have marks from washing, dealership handling, or everyday wear. A proper polish doesn’t just make your paint look better—it helps you feel better every time you see your car looking its best. So, if you’ve lost that deep, mirror-like finish, a polish is probably exactly what your paint needs.

 You don’t need a ceramic coating after your paint is polished—but it’s definitely something we recommend if you want to keep that fresh, glossy finish looking its best for as long as possible. Think of it like this: polishing makes your paint look amazing, and a ceramic coating acts like a protective shield that locks in that shine and guards against things like UV rays, dirt, water spots, and everyday grime. Without it, your paint is more exposed to the elements and may start to lose that clarity over time. So while it’s not required, a ceramic coating is a smart investment if you want to make the most of your paint correction and keep your car looking great with less effort.

 Great question! A 1-step paint correction is usually a lighter process that enhances shine and removes minor imperfections. It's great if your paint is in pretty good shape and just needs a little refresh. A 2-step paint correction, on the other hand, is more intensive. It involves two separate stages: first, a cutting or compounding step to remove deeper defects like heavier swirl marks and scratches, and then a polishing step to refine the finish and bring out a high-gloss shine. So if your paint has more noticeable imperfections or hasn’t been detailed in a while, a 2-step correction is going to give you much better, longer-lasting results than a simple polish.