Paint correction is not wax hiding defects — it is controlled abrasion that levels the clear coat so light reflects evenly again. In Hong Kong the three usual suspects are wash-induced swirl marks, mineral water etching and UV oxidation from street parking.
Different defects need different depths of correction. Mismatch the two and the finish returns within days.
We do not start with a heavy compound. The car is washed and decontaminated, then paint depth is sampled (typically three to five points per panel) to confirm there is enough clear coat for the planned cut.
After polishing, an IPA wipe-down removes polishing oils — otherwise the "gloss" is filler that fades in two weeks. The corrected paint is then sealed with a ceramic coating or PPF.
Factory clear coat is typically 35–50 microns and a three-stage correction removes roughly 2–5 microns. Below a safe remaining thickness, further polishing risks burning through to base coat.
So we say it plainly: we correct what can be corrected, and recommend paint or PPF coverage for what cannot — rather than selling a filler-wax result that lasts a week.
| Package | Defects addressed | Clear coat removed | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enhancement (1 stage) | Light swirls, dull gloss | ~1–2 microns | ~1 day |
| Standard (2 stage) | Moderate swirls, light etching | ~2–3 microns | 1–2 days |
| Deep correction (3 stage) | Oxidation, visible scratches, heavy etching | ~3–5 microns | 2–3 days |
| Single panel | One damaged panel | Depends on defect | From half a day |
Every package is bounded by paint-depth readings. If clear coat is thin, we recommend an alternative.