Swirl & Scratch Removal
Erase swirl marks, scratches and oxidation to reveal your paint's true depth and gloss. Our mobile team performs multi-step machine polishing at your Fairfax home or office.
Multi-Step Paint Correction
from$399.99
The Basics
A specialized machine-polishing process that safely removes imperfections from your paint instead of just hiding them like a glaze or wax.
By leveling the clear coat, paint correction removes defects at the root and reveals the true clarity and depth of your paint. It's the step that turns a clean car into a car that looks better than new.
Benefits
More than a shine: correction restores, protects and adds value.
3 Levels
Of correction for any paint
Removing swirls and scratches gives your car a true showroom-quality finish.
Well-kept paint makes your car more attractive to buyers and worth more.
Removing defects stops further damage and extends the life of your paint.
Corrected paint resists contaminants and is easier to clean and maintain.
The right tools, compounds and pads for your paint, for professional-grade results.
We bring the equipment to your home or office on a schedule that suits you.
Pricing
Three levels of machine polishing. We recommend the right one after inspecting your paint.
Gloss Enhancement
from$399.99
Best for: Newer paint with light swirls and dullness
Swirl & Scratch Removal
from$599.99
Best for: Visible swirl marks, light scratches & water spots
Maximum Correction
from$899.99
Best for: Heavy defects, oxidation & neglected paint
Every Package Includes
Wash & Decontamination
Protection
How We Do It
A careful, step-by-step process that removes defects without taking more clear coat than needed.
We inspect your paint to gauge the defects and choose the right correction method.
A careful wash and decontamination remove dirt and contaminants that would interfere.
Precision tools and compounds systematically remove imperfections, restoring clarity and gloss.
A protective sealant is applied to enhance the shine and durability of the finish.
We check every panel to make sure the result meets our standards and yours.
1 to 3 Step
Correction for any paint
Local Know-How
Most paint defects come from everyday driving and washing. Here's what we correct most around Fairfax.
Spinning brushes and gritty cloths leave fine swirls and circular scratches.
Wiping off salt, brine and road film drags grit across the clear coat.
Acidic contaminants etch the surface when they bake on in the sun.
Hot Virginia summers dull and oxidize paint that isn't protected.
Correction Reviews
“Yousef @ Fairfax Shine provides exceptional detailing. I sent 3 cars and he went above and beyond for each project, which all involved multi-step paint correction and ceramic coating… Trustworthy, great value, and easy to work with. Will definitely be a repeat customer.”
“Got my AMG GTS washed, repolished, and ceramic coated again. The car looks amazing and all of the haze and swirls are gone! He also worked on my headlights for my old Lexus and got them looking brand new again!”
Free Quote
Tell us about your car and we'll recommend the right correction level with a personalized price.
FAQ
What Fairfax drivers ask before booking paint correction.
Paint correction starts at $399.99 for a 1-step, $599.99 for a 2-step and $899.99 for a 3-step correction. Every package includes a wash, clay bar decontamination and a 6-month paint sealant. Final pricing depends on vehicle size and paint condition.
A 1-step polish enhances gloss and removes light swirls. A 2-step adds a cutting stage to remove visible swirls and scratches before refining the finish. A 3-step uses a rotary cutting stage for major defects, then two finishing stages for maximum clarity and depth.
It depends on your paint. We start every job with an inspection to identify the defects and recommend the least aggressive option that gets the result you want.
It removes swirl marks, light scratches, water spots and oxidation in the clear coat. Scratches that have gone through the clear coat can't be fully polished out, and we'll tell you honestly during the inspection.
Yes. Our mobile team brings the tools and products to your home or office in Fairfax and nearby cities, so there's no drop-off required.
It's the best way to protect the result. A ceramic coating seals the corrected paint, keeps it glossy and makes future swirls far less likely. Our 5-year ceramic coating can be added to any correction package.
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