What paint polishing does
Over time, washing, dust and everyday wear leave fine swirl marks in the clear coat. They are most visible in direct sun, where they look like cobwebs in the paint. Machine polishing carefully levels the clear coat so light reflects evenly again, and the paint looks deeper, glossier and cleaner.
Polishing is not a coating. It removes a very thin amount of clear coat to correct defects, then the paint is protected afterward with a sealant or ceramic coating so the shine lasts.
Choose your stage
| Stage | Best for | Car (from) | SUV (from) | Truck (from) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Light swirls, dull paint | $349 | $399 | $449 |
| Stage 2 | Heavier swirls and light scratches | $599 | $699 | $799 |
| Stage 1 Polish and 5 Year Ceramic | Our recommended pairing | $797 | $897 | $997 |
| Stage 2 Polish and 5 Year Ceramic | Heavier swirls, with ceramic | $997 | $1,097 | $1,197 |
| Stage 3 Polish and 5 Year Ceramic | Heavily oxidized paint (most vehicles do not need this) | $1,497 | $1,597 | $1,697 |
GST extra. With ceramic, Stage 2 is $200 more than Stage 1. Stage 3 is the deepest correction and the longest job, so it is priced higher.
Which stage do you need?
Most vehicles only need Stage 1 or Stage 2: Stage 1 for light swirls and dull paint, Stage 2 for heavier swirls and light scratches. We only recommend Stage 3 when the paint is heavily oxidized. We would rather tell you honestly which stage your paint needs than sell you one it does not.
Honest expectations
Results depend on the condition of your paint. Light swirls and marks usually improve dramatically. Scratches deep enough to catch a fingernail cannot be fully removed by polishing, only reduced, and we say so before we start. If we think a lower stage will give you the result you want, we will tell you that too.
Polish plus protection
A polish is the best moment to protect the paint. Our Stage 1 + ceramic bundle starts at $797 for a car, and Stage 2 with ceramic is $997 (car), $200 more for the extra cutting and polishing. Stage 3 is the deepest correction and the longest job, for heavily oxidized paint, so it costs more. Read about ceramic coating and what paint correction actually involves.
Booking
Polish needs to be arranged during your quote, not added at drop-off, because it is scheduled separately. Pick your stage in the quote builder, then choose a day (next day at the earliest) and a drop-off time of 9:00 AM or 1:00 PM. After-hours drop-off is available too: drop your vehicle off after we close and pick it up the next day by noon. We confirm timing with you.