Kelowna's Paint Correction Specialists

Paint correction can remove or significantly reduce swirl marks, wash marring, light to moderate scratches, oxidation, water spot etching, and paint hazing. The level of improvement depends on the severity of the defects and the thickness of the clear coat.

Very deep scratches that penetrate too far into the clear coat may not be safely removable and will be assessed during the initial inspection.

The number of stages required depends on:

• The current condition of the paint

• The type and depth of defects

• Your desired level of finish

A 1-Stage correction improves overall appearance and removes lighter defects, while 2-Stage and 3-Stage corrections are used for progressively heavier damage or for clients seeking near-perfect results. We assess each vehicle individually before recommending a service.

Yes. Paint correction permanently removes defects by leveling the clear coat rather than hiding them with fillers or waxes.

However, new defects can be introduced over time through improper washing or environmental exposure. Proper maintenance and protection will help preserve the results long-term.

When performed correctly, paint correction is safe and controlled. We measure paint thickness before polishing and use conservative techniques to preserve clear coat integrity.

Our priority is long-term paint health, not removing defects at the expense of durability. If a defect cannot be safely removed, we will not chase it.

Paint correction is a time-intensive process. Depending on the level of correction and vehicle size, services can take anywhere from one full day to multiple days.

We do not rush the process. Time is taken to ensure proper assessment, correction, and quality control for consistent results.

Paint correction does not repair:

• Scratches that go through the clear coat into the paint or primer

• Rock chips, paint chips, or impact damage

• Dents or body damage

• Peeling or failing clear coat

These issues require bodywork or repainting. Paint correction improves the surface clarity of existing paint but does not add or replace paint material.

No. Paint correction removes existing defects but does not prevent new ones from occurring.

Without proper protection and maintenance, swirl marks and light scratches can reappear over time. This is why many clients choose to protect their corrected paint with a long-term protective solution after correction.

Paint correction itself does not add protection. In fact, it slightly reduces clear coat thickness as defects are safely removed.

To preserve the results and protect the refined surface, a dedicated protective layer is recommended after correction. This helps maintain gloss, reduce wash-induced damage, and extend the life of the correction.

Ceramic coatings are commonly paired with paint correction because they:

• Lock in the corrected finish

• Add chemical, UV, and environmental protection

• Reduce dirt buildup and wash-induced marring

• Make maintenance easier and safer

Applying a ceramic coating after paint correction ensures the results last longer and require less effort to maintain.

Yes. Paint correction can be performed as a standalone service.

However, if a ceramic coating is added later, the paint may require additional polishing or decontamination at that time to ensure proper coating bonding. Many clients choose to combine the services to maximize efficiency and results.