Multi-stage machine polishing that removes swirl marks, oxidation, and defects from your clear coat — restoring the deep gloss and clarity of your factory finish. Done right, done by hand.
Paint correction isn't a single service — it's a spectrum. How many stages your car needs depends on how worn, swirled, or neglected the surface is. Here's how it breaks down. Prices shown are for a sedan, before GST; SUV and Large SUV/Truck/Van/Wagon pricing runs higher — confirmed at booking. Exotic or soft-paint vehicles (Porsche, Tesla, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, etc.) add 25% to any tier.
Best for well-kept paint that just needs a light refresh and gloss boost.
A deeper cutting pass across the whole car for moderate defects and oxidation.
A cutting pass + refinement pass for moderate defects.
Multi-pass cut + polish + refinement for neglected paint or showroom goals.
Every correction starts with a full wash, decontamination, and paint-thickness measurement. We identify defects, assess clear coat thickness, and tape off trim.
Using dual-action and rotary polishers with graded compounds and pads, we remove defects in controlled passes — one section at a time. Number of stages depends on the package you chose.
A final polishing pass removes any micro-haze and brings the paint to maximum clarity. Panels are inspected under direct lighting to confirm the finish.
Paint correction is the perfect prep for a ceramic coating — surface is mechanically and chemically clean, so the coating bonds properly and you're sealing in the best possible finish. Ask about correction + coating combos.
If your paint has visible swirl marks in direct sunlight, has gone dull from years of automated car washes, or you're prepping for a ceramic coating and want the surface flawless first, this is the service. It's not for routine maintenance; an exterior detail with its 3-month ceramic sealant covers that. It's for paint that's already been through some wear and needs the finish restored.
Single-Stage polishes run 3–5 hours. Multi-Stage and 2-Step both take 6–8 hours. 3-Step correction can take 8–12+ hours depending on vehicle size and paint condition.
It removes anything that hasn't gone through the clear coat. Deep scratches (you can feel them with a fingernail) usually need touch-up paint or full repainting.
Done properly, no. We measure paint thickness before cutting and never remove more clear coat than we need to. We also know when to stop — some paint just can't take a full 3-step.
In-shop at 8067 14th Ave, Burnaby — controlled lighting and environment are essential for proper multi-stage polishing. Drop-off welcome from across Metro Vancouver.
Everything we offer, in one place.