Paint Correction
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Paint correction will be charged at an hourly rate of $100/ hour, the final price will be determined by an in-person estimate.
FAQs
What is a Paint Correction?
Automotive Paint Correction is the process of sanding (buffing) down the clear coat by using a combination of polishing compound and buffing pads- both polishes and pads come in different levels of cut/abrasives- and in serious cases, wet sanding to remove paint defects (scratches, swirls, oxidation, and marring) and to restore or enhance the depth, clarity and glossy shine to your vehicle’s paint.
What’s the benefit of paint correction over a paint job?
In cases where damage can be fixed via paint correction, there are two main benefits in choosing to move forward with paint correction rather than repainting. Maintaining the value, and overall cost of repair. By keeping the original paint on the vehicle, it preserves its value. But once new paint has been applied to the vehicle- specifically when using non standard colors or on vintage cars- it lowers the value of your vehicle significantly.
Paint corrections are also incredibly more affordable. Paint correction can range between $300 - $3,000 whereas repainting could range from $1,000 - $8,000!
What is involved in the process of paint correction?
Our process of Paint Correction involves a full scale exterior detail and clay bar treatment to fully decontaminate the paint. Once fully washed and decontaminated, we will perform either a single-step polish or a 2-step polish, depending on the needs of the vehicle.
After using an alcohol solution to remove any residual oils from the paint, your vehicle will be completed with a 2 month paint protection sealant.
Do I need a paint correction or a paint job?
Getting your vehicle repainted (paint job) is without a doubt an expensive cost, but in many cases your paint defects or damage can be fixed through paint correction! If you need a professional to help guide you through the decision, feel free to reach out!
For defects and damage such as swirls, heavy scratching, marring, or oxidation, you can look to paint correction to give you the repair you need.
But if the clear coat begins to peel and the paint damage is down to the base coat or to the metal, or in extreme cases of oxidized paint, you may have to look at a paint job, where your vehicle’s clear coat and paint is stripped and then reapplied.
Trinity Detail, LLC does not provide repainting*