Question · Paint Correction
How long does paint correction last?
The correction itself is permanent. The defects are removed. New defects accumulate from regular use. With a sealant on top, the corrected look holds for 6-12 months. With a ceramic coating on top, 2-5 years.
Paint correction permanently removes existing defects from your vehicle’s clear coat. Once a scratch or swirl is mechanically leveled and removed, it is gone. The *duration* of the corrected appearance, however
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WHEN THIS IS NOT THE RIGHT CALL
When to pick something else.
Skip the standalone correction without protection on a daily driver. Within 60 days you will see new swirl marks from regular washing. Always seal or coat right after correction.
FAQS
Common follow-up questions.
Will the swirl marks come back?
Old ones, no — they are removed. New ones accumulate from washing, weather, and use. A ceramic coating delays this significantly.
What kills paint correction fastest?
Tunnel washes. The brushes carry grit and create new swirl marks within weeks.
Is a yearly polish enough?
Yes for a daily driver if you wash carefully. Every other year with a maintenance polish keeps a coated car looking corrected.
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