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Paint
Correction.

Swirl marks, scratches, oxidation — gone. One-step machine polishing restores your paint to showroom condition, sealed with 3–6 months of ceramic protection.

Starting From
$560
What's Included

More Than
A Polish.

Not just a buff and shine — we use a precision one-step machine polish to remove actual defects from your paint, then seal the results with 3–6 months of ceramic protection.

01
One-Step Machine Polishing

We use a dual-action or rotary polisher with the right compound and pad combination to cut through defects precisely. One focused, methodical pass — done right.

02
Swirl Mark & Scratch Removal

Swirl marks are caused by improper washing and automated car washes. They scatter light and make paint look dull and hazy, especially in direct sunlight. We remove them completely — not just fill them in.

03
Water Spot Elimination

Hard water spots etch into your clear coat over time and cannot be removed by washing alone. Machine polishing removes the etched layer, restoring clarity and a clean reflective surface.

04
Oxidation Removal

UV exposure causes paint to oxidize — it fades, chalks, and loses its depth. Paint correction strips the oxidized layer and reveals the vibrant, clear paint underneath. Especially visible on reds and blacks.

05
Paint Decontamination

Clay bar treatment removes bonded surface contaminants — iron fallout, tar, industrial deposits — that washing cannot remove. This is done before polishing so the machine isn't dragging debris across the paint.

06
3–6 Month Ceramic Sealant

Every correction comes sealed. After the polish, we apply a ceramic sealant that bonds to your clear coat and provides 3–6 months of hydrophobic paint protection — so your results stay longer.

Result
Showroom-Grade Clarity
Swirl marks removed · Water spots eliminated · Oxidation corrected · Paint depth restored  ·  3–6 month ceramic sealant included
Transparent Pricing

Priced By
Vehicle Size.

Small
$560
Sedans, Coupes, Hatchbacks
Medium
$660
Crossovers, Mid-Size SUVs
Large
$750
Full-Size SUVs, Trucks, Vans
Small — Sedans, Coupes, Hatchbacks (Civic, Corolla, Jetta)  ·  Medium — Crossovers, Mid-Size SUVs (RAV4, CR-V, Equinox)  ·  Large — Full-Size SUVs, Trucks, Vans (Tahoe, F-150, Suburban)
Heavily oxidized or neglected paint may affect results. Final assessment on-site after inspection  ·  Includes 3–6 month ceramic sealant  ·  Call to discuss your vehicle
The Process

Methodical.
No Shortcuts.

01
Inspect & Decontaminate

Full wash and clay bar decontamination. Paint is inspected under LED lighting to map every defect — swirls, scratches, water spots, oxidation. This determines the compound and pad combination needed.

02
Machine Polish

One focused pass with the right compound and pad combination cuts through defects cleanly. Each panel is worked methodically until clarity is fully restored.

03
IPA Wipe & Inspect

Isopropyl alcohol wipe-down removes all polish residue and oils, revealing the true correction results. Final LED inspection confirms every defect is addressed.

04
Ceramic Sealant Application

A professional-grade ceramic sealant is applied to the corrected paint, bonding to the clear coat and providing 3–6 months of hydrophobic protection. Your results are locked in.

Common Questions

Everything You
Want To Know.

How much of my scratches will actually be removed? +

Paint correction removes defects that are in the clear coat — swirl marks, light scratches, water spots, and oxidation. Scratches that have gone through the clear coat into the base coat or primer cannot be polished out and require touch-up paint or body shop work. We'll be upfront after inspection about what can and cannot be corrected.

How long does paint correction take? +

Most vehicles take 4–8 hours depending on size and the severity of the defects. Heavily neglected paint or larger vehicles can take a full day. We give you a time estimate after inspection. Plan on leaving the vehicle with us for the day.

Should I ceramic coat after paint correction? +

Yes — and this is the recommended sequence. Paint correction restores your paint to its best possible condition, and ceramic coating then seals and protects that result for 2–6+ years. Coating over uncorrected paint just locks in the defects. If you're serious about protecting your car long-term, correction + ceramic is the combination to get.

What causes swirl marks? +

The biggest causes are automated brush car washes, improper washing technique (circular motion, dirty mitts, wrong towels), and wiping dust off a dry car. They're almost universal on daily drivers. They're most visible in direct sunlight or under parking lot lights as a web of fine scratches across the surface.

Does paint correction work on dark colors? +

Dark colors — especially black, dark grey, and dark blue — show defects the most and benefit the most from paint correction. The difference is dramatic. Light colors tend to hide swirls better, but correction still improves clarity and depth significantly on any color.

Next Step

Lock In Your
Results.

Correction gets your paint perfect. Ceramic coating keeps it that way for years. Most clients combine both on the same visit.

The Work

Swirls Gone.
Real Results.

RPMFX

Ready To Restore Your Paint?

Book Your
Correction.

North Haledon, NJ  ·  7 Days A Week  ·  We Come To You

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Book Now — (201) 519-9419