Buying guide
Paint Correction Toolkit
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Paint correction removes the swirls, scratches, and haze that build up in a clear coat and dull the finish. Doing it well takes more than one product. You need a capable polisher, the right pads matched to each stage, a cutting compound to level defects, and a finishing polish to refine the surface to a deep gloss. This hub organizes the correction process into clear stages so you can pick equipment that works together and avoid marring the paint. Whether you are chasing full show-car results or just knocking back light swirls, the guides below cover the tools that make the job predictable and repeatable.
The quick checklist
- ✓Wash and clay before any correction work
- ✓Match pads carefully to each polishing stage
- ✓Start with a cutting compound on heavy defects
- ✓Refine with a finishing polish for gloss
- ✓Use a dual action polisher for safer correction
- ✓Wipe residue with plush microfiber towels
- ✓Check results in good light between passes
Dual Action Polishers
Full guide →Pads and Compounds
Full guide →Cutting Compounds
Full guide →Finishing Polishes
Full guide →Clay Preparation
Full guide →Microfiber Towels
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