Summary
You get paint that looks even under LED light, with swirls knocked back and gloss brought up, plus a written record of what the paint could safely take and what we chose not to chase.
You reached out after seeing marks under hard lights and you want the finish right for photos, a sale, or a coating. We measure, tape edges, and prove the approach with a test spot before we commit. Next, we book an inspection and send a written estimate.
We start by measuring paint depth and doing a small test area, then we choose the mildest combination that gives a clean finish. If a deeper scratch needs more clearcoat than we’re happy to spend, we’ll leave it reduced and even, and show you why under our lights.
How the job runs
We build the job around what the paint measures, not what a package name says, and we stop where the clearcoat says stop.
1. Check-in and wash Day 1 Confirm the goals with you, note existing chips and edges, then wash with a safe two-bucket method. Decontaminate with iron remover and clay where needed so the inspection shows defects in the paint, not dirt bonded on top. 2. Measure and test Day 1 Take paint depth readings across panels, then mask badges, sharp edges, and sensitive trim. Cut and polish a test spot to set the combination, then show you what changes and what stays so you can choose the correction level. 3. Correct the paint Days 1-2 Machine compound the main panels to remove the bulk of swirls and haze, then refine with a finishing polish to bring the clarity back. Keep pad and product choices consistent panel to panel so the finish stays even under inspection lighting. 4. Final wipe and handover Day 2 Do an alcohol-based wipe-down to remove polishing oils, then inspect under our lights from multiple angles. Photograph the result, write down the readings and approach used, and walk you around the car so you can see what improved and what was left alone.
Paint depth reading sheet
A written set of paint depth readings by panel, with notes on thinner areas and edges so the correction level is based on measurements, not guesses.
TEST SPOT RESULT AND PLAN
A documented test spot location and the pad and polish combination chosen, plus the target level of defect removal agreed before we correct the rest of the car.
COMPLETED PAINT CORRECTION
Single-stage, two-stage, or three-stage paint correction across the agreed panels, finished down to an even gloss with no patchy sections left from changing combinations mid-job.
Isolated wet sanding (if needed)
Wet sanding on specific defects only, agreed in writing after inspection, followed by compounding and refining to blend the area back into the surrounding finish.
FINAL INSPECTION PHOTOS
A set of before and after photos under inspection lighting that show the finish and remaining deeper marks, so you can see what changed without relying on memory.
CARE NOTES FOR SAFER WASHING
A one-page set of wash and drying notes focused on swirl prevention, including what to avoid at hand washes so the corrected finish stays looking sharp longer.
What it costs
Pricing is based on paint size, hardness, and what the test spot shows the clearcoat will safely take.
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Optional work
We’ll confirm any optional work after the paint readings and test spot.
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Next steps
If you want us to hold time for your car, the next step is to lock the booking and get the inspection details in place.
1. Sign the proposal so we can reserve the slot for the work. 2. Pay 50% to book the job, with the remaining 50% due when the job is finished. 3. Send photos or book an in-person inspection so we can issue the written estimate.
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Fee summary
Inspection first
We start with a wash, paint depth readings, and a taped test spot. That test spot sets the plan for the rest of the paint correction, and it shows what we can improve without pushing clearcoat.
Clearcoat limits. We won’t chase a mark that risks thinning the clearcoat too far, burning an edge, or leaving haze. If a deeper scratch can’t be removed safely, we’ll reduce it and leave the finish even.
Time with the car. Paint correction is booked for Day 1 to Day 2. The car stays indoors overnight during the job, and we’ll tell you the pickup window as soon as the test spot is approved.
Client prep. Please bring the car in reasonably empty so we can access panels and boot shuts. Tell us about any fresh paintwork, previous wet sanding, or thin spots you already know about before we start.
Changes to the work
If the test spot shows the paint needs a different approach than expected, we’ll send an updated written estimate before we continue. We only proceed with changes after you approve them in writing.
Payment. To book the work, we take 50% when the proposal is signed. The remaining 50% is due when the job is finished. All invoices are payable within 14 days of the invoice date.
Handover and sign-off. At handover, we’ll walk the car under our lights and share the final inspection photos and care notes. Once the car leaves with you, we can’t be responsible for new wash marring or road damage.
Ownership of photos. You own the car and we don’t claim any rights to it. We may use inspection and after photos of the paintwork for our portfolio unless you tell us in writing not to.
