Eliminate Swirls for Maximum Gloss and Crystal-Clear Paint Finish
Paint correction is all about removing swirls and imperfections to restore your car’s shine. Depending on your goals, we can eliminate 65% to 90% of surface defects. Our intensive 2-step correction process involves cutting and refining the paint to bring out maximum gloss and clarity.
However, some scratches and imperfections may be too deep to safely remove. Factors like scratch depth, defect type, or a thin clear coat can limit how much correction is possible.
That’s why we assess your paint carefully, ensuring we improve its appearance while maintaining its integrity.
Whether we spend 5 hours or 20, the process is tailored to your needs—giving you the best results while keeping your paintwork in top condition.
Even New Vehicles Need Paint Correction
Even if your car is only a few months old, it might still benefit from a 2-step paint correction. Even new vehicles go through a long journey—being transported, stored, washed, and handled by many people—before reaching you, which can leave behind swirls and imperfections.
No matter the make or model, most vehicles don’t leave the showroom with perfect paint. That’s where paint correction comes in—it brings out your car’s best shine and clarity.
However, maintaining that flawless finish requires proper care. Without the right washing and drying techniques, those swirls and scratches can return after just a few washes.
Paint correction is one of the most time-intensive detailing services. Depending on your car’s condition and the results you want, the process can take anywhere from 8 to 15 hours.
The Everest Paint Correction Process
With over 7 years of experience, we’ve worked on all types of vehicles in various conditions. Whether you're looking to preserve the pristine finish of a old muscle car or refresh a newly purchased vehicle, we follow the same meticulous process to ensure outstanding results.
Here's a general breakdown of what the service includes
Wheels, Tires & Fenders Cleaning – A deep clean of the wheel faces, barrels, tires, and inner fender liners to remove dirt and brake dust.
Gentle Foam Hand Wash – A thick layer of foam and a careful hand wash to cleanse the surface, including door jambs, the gas cap area, and bug removal.
Iron Particle Decontamination – A chemical process to remove embedded iron particles from the paint, ensuring a truly clean surface.
Clay Bar Treatment – Eliminates any remaining contaminants for a silky-smooth paint finish.
Protecting Sensitive Areas – We tape off trim, chrome, and other delicate areas to prevent polish buildup or staining.
Step 1: Paint Correction (Compounding) – Using a machine polisher, cutting disc, and compound, we safely remove a majority of swirls and scratches.
Step 2: Paint Refinement (Polishing) – Enhances shine and clarity by refining micro-scratches left from the compounding phase.
Paint Wipe Down – Removes any remaining polish residue to reveal the true condition of the paint.
Paint Protection Application – Based on your preference, we apply a high-quality wax, sealant, or durable ceramic coating for long-lasting protection.
Tire, Plastic & Trim Dressing – Restores faded trim and gives the tires, fenders, and plastic a clean, deep black finish—without a greasy residue.
Glass & Mirror Cleaning – We ensure all exterior windows and mirrors are crystal clear and streak-free.
Final Touch-Ups & Inspection – A thorough check to ensure every detail meets our high standards before returning the vehicle to you.
A Process That Takes Time—Because Quality Matters
Unlike high-volume car washes that prioritize speed over quality, we take the time needed to do the job right. Some vehicles, depending on their size and condition, may take up to three days to complete.
Our meticulous process ensures the best possible results, and that level of craftsmanship takes time and effort.
Ready to give your vehicle the care it deserves? Contact us today!
Our paint correction service is all about bringing back that deep, glossy finish by removing swirls, scratches, water spots, and other imperfections. When we’re done, your car will look better than ever—but keeping it that way comes down to proper maintenance.
One of the worst things you can do after a paint correction is run your car through an automatic car wash. Those high-speed bristles might seem harmless, but they’re constantly slapping against your paint. If they’ve picked up dirt or debris from previous washes, they’ll just drag it across your car, leaving behind new scratches and damage. We see it all the time—cars come in with deep scratches simply because a rock or some grit got stuck in those brushes.
Even hand washes can cause issues if the wrong tools are used. Cheap wash mitts and rough drying towels can leave tiny scratches and swirl marks, and before you know it, that fresh, glossy finish is gone. It only takes a few bad washes to undo all the work that went into making your paint look perfect.
Whether you bring your car back to us for maintenance or take care of it yourself, the key is washing it the right way. When done properly, you’ll only need a light polish every couple of years to keep your paint looking sharp.
Take care of your car, and that flawless shine will last for years!
How Long Do The Results Last?
What is a Ceramic Coating?
Ceramic coatings are one of the best ways to protect your car’s paint after a polish. They create a strong, long-lasting barrier that can last for years, helping to repel dirt, water, and road grime so it doesn’t stick to the surface.
The biggest advantage? Washing your car becomes much easier. When you rinse it off, most of the dirt and grime will slide right off, cutting down on the time and effort needed to keep your car looking clean.
However, it’s important to know that ceramic coatings won’t protect against rock chips or physical impacts. If you’re looking for that kind of protection, paint protection film (PPF) would be the better option.
Hire a Paint Correction Expert in Victoria
Hiring a professional detailer for paint correction is key to getting great results without unnecessary headaches.
We’ve lost count of how many times we’ve had to fix someone else’s mistakes because of improper tools or techniques. One of the most common issues we see is buffer trails—those ugly smear-like marks left behind when a detailer goes too hard with a high-speed rotary buffer and a big wool pad.
Even worse, if they’re not careful, they can burn through the clear coat or chip the paint entirely. When that happens, the only fix is touch-up paint or a full respray of the panel.
That’s why we take a careful, professional approach, using a combination of dual-action and rotary polishers along with the right selection of wool, microfiber, and foam pads to achieve the best possible results.
Using the Best Tools and Products for Superior Results
Restoring your vehicle’s paint to a like-new finish takes more than just one tool or product. That’s why we use a combination of professional-grade polishers, pads, and compounds to achieve the best possible results. Here’s a closer look at the essential tools we use to remove swirls and enhance gloss and clarity.
Polishers: the core of paint correction
Polishers are the heart of the process, coming in various sizes like 1", 3", and 5", as well as different types such as rotary, dual-action, and forced rotation. Each type serves a specific purpose depending on the size of the panel, the complexity of the area, and the type of clear coat. Larger throw machines work best for broad surfaces like hoods, allowing us to remove swirls efficiently. For tighter areas, such as bumpers and intricate body lines, a smaller 3” polisher provides better precision.
Pads: essential for cutting & polishing
The pad is the only part of the polisher that makes direct contact with the paint, making it a crucial element of the correction process. Different brands offer unique pad styles, each designed for specific levels of cutting and polishing. For deeper swirl and scratch removal, we often use a wool pad paired with a rotary polisher—an aggressive yet effective combination. Other options, like microfiber and foam pads, offer varying levels of cut and refinement. Before we begin, we always test different pad and compound combinations to determine the most effective approach for your vehicle’s specific paint type.
Compounds & polishes: the finishing touch
Just like pads and polishers, compounds and polishes vary in intensity. Some compounds are designed for heavy cutting, making them ideal for removing deeper swirls and scratches. In those cases, we may pair a rotary polisher with a wool pad and an aggressive compound to achieve the best results. For the final refinement stage, we use fine polishes to enhance clarity and maximize gloss. Every step is carefully chosen based on your vehicle’s paint condition and the results we’re aiming to achieve.
Paint Correction FAQs
Where do you offer your services?
We are a fully mobile detailing service, bringing high-quality paint correction and detailing directly to you. Whether you're at home or work, we come equipped with everything needed to get the job done. Depending on the level of work, services can take 1 to 3 days to complete. We require power and water at your appointment location
What tools and products do you use?
We use a range of professional-grade polishers, pads, compounds, polishes, towels, and lighting to ensure top-tier results. Our 1”, 3”, and 5” polishers allow us to work on both large panels and tight areas, while our aggressive tools and pads help safely remove heavy swirl marks.
Before we begin polishing, we use a paint thickness gauge to measure the clear coat. This helps us determine how much correction can be safely performed without risking damage. We focus on precision and safety to get the best results without compromising your paint.
What’s the difference between wax and paint correction?
A wax does not remove scratches or swirls—it simply hides very light imperfections and can be applied in just a few hours.
Paint correction, on the other hand, actually removes swirls and scratches, restoring your paint’s true shine and clarity. It’s a much more intensive process that can take one to two full days, depending on the car’s size, condition, and desired results.
Can you polish my car if the paint is chipping?
If your car’s paint is chipping, cracking, or heavily oxidized, it may be too damaged for polishing. However, if some areas are still in good condition, we can polish those panels normally. For severely damaged paint, the best solution is repainting the affected panels before correction.
Does car color affect the polishing process?
The polishing process is the same for all colors, but darker vehicles (like black) show more imperfections than lighter ones (like white). Black paint looks amazing when properly maintained but is harder to keep swirl-free because every flaw is more visible in the sunlight. Lighter colors tend to hide minor imperfections better.
How often should I polish my car?
Paint correction is not something you should do every year. Your car’s clear coat is limited, and excessive polishing can thin it out over time. To maintain your car’s shine, it’s best to follow a proper washing routine that minimizes swirl marks and extends the results—so you don’t need to polish as often.
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