Paint Correction at First Class Detailing Palm Harbor, FL: Preserve the Car's Paint
Scratches are the harshest factors when it comes to cars. Now we have Paint Correction to eliminate the imperfections on the clear coat. Paint Correction at First Class Detailing in Palm Harbor, FL, enhances the vehicle’s appearance!
How can we define Paint Correction?
Paint Correction is repairing flaws in a vehicle’s finish and restoring it to like new condition. These faults include swirl marks, automated vehicle wash marring, fine scratches and etched bird droppings. Paint Correction is using machine polishers, different compounds, and graded pads, a fully corrected car will only show exact reflections when viewed in direct sunlight, with no swirl marks, scratches, or faults visible to the naked eye. It consists of multiple steps to preserve the car’s paintwork and give it a shiny, sleek finish.
Why should we get a Paint Correction for the vehicle?
Paint correction can also extend the life of your vehicle’s paint job. The restoration technique and sealants will help your factory paint last longer and protect it from the elements. If a professional automotive paint correction follows proper care practices, your paintwork will shine like new even longer. A chipped and dull surface makes selling your car more challenging and getting the price you deserve. Your automobile can appear as good as it did when new! At trade in or if sellin private, you most likely will get a higher price.
We offer services for all range of vehicles
Automobile
Marine
RV
Motorcycle
Our Paint Correction Packages
Cars
- 1 Step: 5 hours of machine work yields 50% correction rate – $500
- 2 Step: 10 hours of machine work yields 75% correction rate – $900
- 3 Step: 20 hours of machine work yields a 90% correction rate – $1,600
- 4 Step: 30 hours of machine work yields a 99% correction rate – $2,100
Upcharges
- Disassembly – $100/hr
- Black pillars: A,B,C,D plastic pillars – $50/set
- Chrome Polishing – $100/hr
- Scratch/ Airbrush Repair – $100/hr + paint cost
- Panel Correction – $100/ hr
15’-20’
Top and Bottom
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $30/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $45/ft
Top Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $18/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $27/ft
Bottom Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $12/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $18/ft
20’-25’
Top and Bottom
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $30/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $45/ft
Top Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $18/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $27/ft
Bottom Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $12/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $18/ft
25′ – 30′
Top and Bottom
- Light oxidation 1 step – $35/ft
- Heavy oxidation 2 step – $50/ft
Top Only
- Light oxidation 1 step – $21/ft
- Heavy oxidation 2 step – $30/ft
Bottom Only
- Light oxidation 1 step – $14/ft
- Heavy oxidation 2 step – $20/ft
30’-35’
Top and Bottom
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $40/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $55/ft
Top Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $24/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $33/ft
Bottom Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $16/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $22/ft
35’-40’
Top and Bottom
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $45/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $60/ft
Top Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $27/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $36/ft
Bottom Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $18/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $24/ft
40’-45’
Top and Bottom
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $50/ft.
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $65/ft
Top Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $30/ft.
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $39/ft
Bottom Only
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – $20/ft
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – $26/ft
45’ +
- Light Oxidation 1 Step – Call For Pricing
- Heavy Oxidation 2 Step – Call For Pricing
Upcharges
- Heavy Prep – $5.00/$10.00/ft
- Marina Contractor Fee – Call For Pricing
- Marina Set Up Fee – Call For Pricing
- Dock Fee – Call For Pricing
- Dark Colored Hulls: Additional refinement step as needed. – Call For Pricing
Outboards
- 1 Step – $75
- 2 Step – $150
- 3 Step – $225
1-2” Deck Stripping
- 1 Step – $7.50/ft
- 2 Step – $15/ft
T Top
- 1 Step – $10/ft
- 2 Step – $20/ft
- 3 Step – $30/ft
Power Poles
- 1 Step – $25
- 2 Step – $50
- 3 Step – $100
A la carte
- Below Water Line – Call For Pricing
- Spot Repair 2’x2’ – Call For Pricing
Overall length:
- 1 step – $17.5/ft
- 2 step – $35/ft
- 3 step – $52.5/ft
Front cap:
- 1 step – $50
- 2 step – $125
- 3 step – $200
Front face:
- 1 step – $50
- 2 step – $125
- 3 step – $200
Rear:
- 1 step – $75
- 2 step – $200
- 3 step – $325
Upcharges
- Heavy Prep – $5.00/$10.00/ft
- 5th Wheel fiber glass caps – Call For Pricing
A la carte
- AC unit covers – Call For Pricing
- Sides of Slides – Call For Pricing
- Decal Removal – Call For Pricing
Cruisers
- 1 Step: 50% Correction Rate – $200
- 2 Step: 75% Correction Rate – $400
- 3 Step: 90% Correction Rate – $650
Sports Bikes
- 1 Step: 50% Correction Rate – $300
- 2 Step: 75% Correction Rate – $600
- 3 Step: 90% Correction Rate – $975
Upcharges
- Saddlebags – Call For Pricing
A la carte
- Scratch Airbrushing Repair – $50/75 + paint cost
- Metal Polishing – $75/hr
- Disassembly – $75/hr
- 100% Correction – $75/hour
- Denibbing – $75/hour
- Spot Repairs – $50/100 per spot
- Panel Correction – Call For Pricing
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FAQs
Yes. A gritty substance called a cutting compound is employed in the polishing process. The compound liquid or paste is evenly spread across the vehicle’s painted surface then a electric polisher evenly spreads while cutting into the clear coat. Before attempting to remove a scratch that has deeply cut the clear coat, seek help from a professional detailer.
There are various reasons why a simple one step process can take anywhere from 5 to 30 hours, depending on the complexity and state of the vehicle. It depends on how many scratches your vehicle has, and then we can determine how many stages we need for Paint Correction
Only a stage 1 fix should be required for 90% of new automobiles. However, a small percentage of automobiles will require far more thorough polishing due to dealership damage or demanding paintwork that is either too soft or too firm. After the process is complete and the paintwork is clear of swirls and scratches, a coating is placed on top of the paintwork to provide the car with actual long term protection. It guarantees that the automobile looks excellent, and we frequently tell our clients that this is how their car should have appeared upon delivery, only better and noticeably different.