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- Removes 35% of Scratches
Paint correction
Paint correction in Prescott, AZ
Paint correction removes swirl marks, scratches and dull, oxidized paint by machine-polishing the clear coat. Pristine Auto Detail in Prescott offers three levels: a polish that takes out about 35% of scratches, a 2-stage correction for about 60%, and a 3-stage correction for about 85%. It's also the first step before a Revivify coating.
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Packages
How much paint correction does your vehicle need?
Pricing depends on your vehicle: cars, mid-size trucks/SUVs or large trucks/SUVs. Dog hair removal and super dirty vehicles have an upcharge.
A 2-Stage Paint Correction
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- Removes 60% of Scratches
A 3-Stage Paint Correction
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- Removes 85% of Scratches
The process
How does Pristine correct paint?
- Step 1
Gentle wash
A careful hand wash takes off loose dirt without adding new scratches.
- Step 2
Decontaminate
A decon treatment dissolves bonded iron and calcium deposits.
- Step 3
Clay bar
The clay bar pulls out whatever the wash mitt couldn't, so the polish works on bare clear coat.
- Step 4
Machine correction
A machine polisher levels the clear coat one stage at a time. It takes training: done wrong, it burns through and the panel needs repainting.
- Step 5
Strip the polish
Leftover compound comes off so a coating can bond straight to the paint.
- Step 6
Ready to protect
Clean, flawless paint, ready for a Revivify coating to keep it that way.
What it fixes
What can paint correction remove?
- Swirl marks and spider-webbing from brush car washes
- Light scratches and wash marring
- Oxidation and faded, chalky paint
- Water-spot etching from hard water
Beyond cars
Trucks, classics, RVs and boats too
Pristine corrects paint on everything from daily drivers and lifted trucks to classic cars on original paint, plus RVs and boats that have oxidized in the sun. See RV and boat detailing for how those are quoted.
Google reviews
What do paint correction customers say?
“Chris and his crew knocked it out of the park with the work they recently did on my 2016 Corvette ZO6. After a consultation, I took it in for paint correction and to have Revivify coating placed over the entire vehicle for protection and shine. And, boy does it shine. What a difference the paint correction and coating made. If you are considering paint correction or paint protection, I would highly recommend a consultation with Chris to see the best route to take to fit your needs. Kevin Lair”
“I had my 2005 Mercedes SL500 detailed by Chris today. It is black (original paint) in good condition but had 21 years of wear and paint was in need of some love, lots of surface scratches and worse. I was amazed when I picked it up! Like it was brand new, sounds crazy but I hardly recognized it. Chris brought out the black Paint to nearly glow! Had some faded area in roof line that he corrected and I could not be happier! Brought car home and my wife said she never remember it looking so sharp. Highly recommend A+++”
“Chris and his team did an outstanding job with my car that had a lot of minor scratches on it. We agreed that we would do a 2 stage removal to get a majority of the scratches out, they ended up going all the way with a 3 stage removal which made the car look brand new (I've never seen it looking this good before). I would recommend this place to anyone either looking for a touchup or a full on detail.”
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is paint correction?
Paint correction is machine polishing that removes swirl marks, light scratches, oxidation and water-spot etching from the clear coat, instead of filling or hiding them. It brings back the depth and gloss the paint had when it was new.
How many stages does my car need?
A single polish removes about 35% of scratches, a 2-stage correction about 60%, and a 3-stage about 85%. Chris will look at the paint and tell you which one gets you where you want to be.
Should I correct the paint before a coating?
Yes. A coating locks in whatever is under it, scratches included. Correcting first means Revivify protects a flawless finish, which is why paint correction is the best foundation for any paint protection.
Does paint correction help resale value?
It usually does. Clear, glossy paint shows better to buyers than dull, swirled or faded paint, and a coating afterward keeps it that way until you sell.
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What should come after paint correction?
Ready for a Pristine finish?
Tell us about your vehicle and what you'd like done. Lauren or Chris will get back to you with a quote, no pressure.