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Paint
Correction

Remove swirls, scratches, water spots, and oxidation. Restore your paint to its best possible condition — done at our Chico shop for the most controlled results. Mobile available if you can't bring it in.

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Chico, CA
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Paint Correction — Lamborghini Urus
Lamborghini Urus
Paint Correction · Chico, CA

Paint Correction Services

Pricing is based on your vehicle's size and paint condition. We assess on arrival and confirm pricing before any work begins — no surprises.

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Single Stage Polish
One pass with a DA polisher. Removes light swirls, water spots, and surface oxidation. Best for well-maintained paint that needs a refresh before ceramic coating or wax.
Two Stage Correction
Cut compound followed by a finishing polish — two full passes. Removes deep swirls, scratches, and heavy oxidation. 85–95% correction. Best for neglected or older paint.
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Spot Correction
Targeted correction on specific panels or problem areas — scratches, water etching, bird drop damage, or isolated oxidation. Great option when only certain areas need attention.
Paint Correction Process

Done Right.
Every Time.

Paint correction is one of the most skill-dependent services in detailing. The wrong products or technique on your clear coat can make things worse, not better. Here's how we do it right.

01
Wash & Decontamination
Full wash, iron remover, and clay bar to get paint perfectly clean before any polishing begins.
02
Paint Inspection Under Light
Every panel inspected under a detailing light to assess defect depth and determine the correct correction approach.
03
Machine Polish
DA or rotary polisher with correct pad and compound combination for your paint type and defect level.
04
Panel Wipe & Final Inspection
IPA wipe removes polish residue. Final inspection confirms results before handoff or coating application.

Is Paint Correction Worth It?

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Chico Sun Causes Real Damage
UV oxidation, water spots from hard water, and heat cycles break down your clear coat over time. Correction reverses that damage before it becomes permanent.
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Required Before Ceramic Coating
Ceramic coating locks in your paint as-is. Correcting defects before coating means you're sealing in gloss — not swirls. The two services work together.
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Protects Your Investment
A well-maintained clear coat lasts significantly longer than a neglected one. Paint correction now prevents more costly repaints later.
Common Questions

FAQ

How is paint correction priced?
Pricing is based on your vehicle's size and paint condition. We assess on arrival and confirm pricing with you before any work begins. There are no surprise charges.
Can you fix deep scratches?
It depends on the depth. Scratches that haven't broken through the clear coat can typically be corrected. Scratches that reach the base coat or primer require respray — we'll tell you honestly which category your scratches fall into.
How long does it take?
Single stage polish typically takes 2–4 hours. Two stage correction runs 4–6 hours depending on vehicle size and condition. We'll give you a time estimate before we start.
Do I need to drop my vehicle off, or do you come to me?
We primarily do paint correction at our shop — 3260 Highway 32 #2, Chico, CA — since a controlled environment gives the best results. If you can't get your vehicle to us, we can also come to you.
Should I get paint correction before ceramic coating?
Yes — if your paint has visible swirls, scratches, or oxidation, we strongly recommend correction before coating. Ceramic locks in the paint condition. Single stage polish is included in every ceramic coating package.

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Free Quote

Tell us about your vehicle and what you're looking for. We'll get back to you fast.

Done at our Chico shop (mobile available)
Custom quote — no guessing
210+ five-star reviews
Fully insured · locally owned

Ready To Restore
Your Paint?

Get a custom quote — we assess your paint and confirm pricing before we start.

Call (530) 433-9723