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Akron, Ohio

Paint Correction

$450–$1,200

Machine polishing that removes the defects instead of hiding them. Swirls from automatic car washes, fine scratches, oxidation and water etching get compounded and refined out, in stages, by hand-guided machine.

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What this fixes

  • Swirl marks and spider-webbing under direct sun
  • Oxidized, chalky paint on older vehicles
  • Water spot etching and light scratches
  • Flat, lifeless colour with no reflection depth

Pricing and what's included

Paint Correction

$450–$1,200

Two-step correction for swirls, oxidation and etching. Priced by paint condition.

  • Paint depth read and test spot first
  • Compound and polish, two stages
  • Aim for 75%+ defect removal
  • Sealed or ready for a ceramic coating

Final price depends on the size and condition of the vehicle. You get one firm quote before anything starts.

How long it takes

One to two days. We read paint depth and run a test spot before committing to a process.

Keeping it that way

Correction removes a thin layer of clear coat, so protection afterwards matters. Most people pair it with a ceramic coating so the work lasts years, not months.

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Serving Akron, Ohio · Mon–Sat · 8am–6pm

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