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Paint Correction

Restore your vehicle's true brilliance. We meticulously remove swirls, scratches, and imperfections for a flawless, mirror-like finish.

The Art of Perfection

Paint correction is the mechanical leveling of clear coat or paint to remove defects such as swirl marks, light scratches, water spots, and oxidation. It is not simply covering up damage with a glaze or wax; it is permanently removing the defects.

At Soteria, paint correction is a prerequisite for any of our Ceramic Coating packages. We use a combination of specialized lighting, premium compounds and polishes, and years of expertise to safely level the clear coat and reveal the true depth and clarity of your paint.

What We Remove

Swirl marks (often caused by automatic car washes)
Light to medium scratches
Water spots and mineral etching
Oxidation and fading
Holograms and buffer trails from previous poor detailing
Paint correction process detail

Correction Levels

  • Enhancement Polish (1-Stage)

    A single step machine polish designed to increase gloss and remove light wash marring. Typically achieves 60-70% defect removal. Ideal for newer vehicles.

  • Major Correction (2-Stage)

    A heavy compounding step followed by a refining polish. Designed for vehicles with moderate to heavy swirling and scratches. Achieves 85-95% defect removal.

  • Multi-Stage / Restorative

    For severely neglected paint. May include wet sanding. We chase perfection, safely removing as many defects as the clear coat thickness allows.

Reveal the True Color

Stop hiding behind dull, swirled paint. Let our experts restore your vehicle's finish before locking it in with a Ceramic Coating or PPF.

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