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Paint Correction in Poulton-Le-Fylde

Single Stage Paint Correction

Single Stage Paint Correction is designed for vehicles with light to moderate swirl marks, wash marring, dullness and poor gloss.

This package uses one machine polishing stage to significantly improve the overall appearance of the paintwork by increasing gloss, clarity and depth, while reducing visible defects caused by poor washing and everyday use. It is the best route for most daily driven vehicles where the goal is a major visual improvement without moving into a more intensive Multi Stage Paint Correction.

 

From £425, Minimum 2 days required, Includes one year ceramic coating

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A serious improvement for daily driven vehicles

Single Stage Paint Correction is ideal for customers who want their vehicle to look noticeably sharper, glossier and better cared for.

This package is not about chasing every mark in the paintwork. It is about safely improving the overall finish, reducing visible swirl marks and restoring a cleaner, clearer and glossier appearance.

The level of improvement depends on the paint type, paint depth, defect severity and the overall condition of the vehicle. Before any correction work is carried out, the vehicle must first be inspected so honest expectations can be set properly.

Who is Single Stage Paint Correction for?

Single Stage Paint Correction is suitable for vehicles that need a strong visual improvement, but do not require heavy defect removal or a more intensive multi stage process.

It is best suited to:

  • Vehicles with light to moderate swirl marks.

  • Paintwork that looks dull or tired.

  • Daily drivers needing a major improvement.

  • Cars with wash marring from poor washing.

  • Vehicles with reduced gloss and poor clarity.

  • Customers who want better paintwork before ceramic protection.

  • Vehicles that do not require heavy correction work.

What to expect

Single Stage Paint Correction is an improvement focused service.

It is designed to improve gloss, clarity and visible swirl marks, but it is not designed to remove every scratch, deep mark or severe defect from the paintwork.

Some defects may remain after polishing, especially if they are too deep to safely remove. The aim is to improve the finish safely while preserving the long term condition of the paintwork.

If the vehicle needs a higher level of correction, Multi Stage Paint Correction may be recommended after inspection.

Whats included;

The Single Stage Paint Correction package includes:

  • Full exterior safe wash process.

  • Engine Bay Detail

  • Wheels, tyres and arches cleaned.

  • Door shuts and fuel cap cleaned.

  • Multi stage pre wash.

  • Safe contact wash.

  • Chemical decontamination.

  • Clay treatment where required.

  • Paintwork safely dried.

  • Paint inspection under lighting.

  • Test spot to determine the correct polishing approach.

  • Single stage machine polishing process.

  • Panel wipe down before protection.

  • One year ceramic coating applied to paintwork.

  • Exterior glass cleaned and sealant applied

  • Wheel faces sealed with wheel wax

  • Tyres dressed.

  • Final inspection before handover.

  • Complimentary basic interior valet.

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Ceramic protection included

A one year ceramic coating is included as standard with Single Stage Paint Correction.

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This helps protect the freshly polished paintwork, improves gloss, adds water behaviour and makes future maintenance easier when the vehicle is looked after correctly.

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For customers wanting longer term protection, coating upgrades are available.

Three Year Ceramic Coating Upgrade: £149

Seven Year Ceramic Coating Upgrade: £279

Wheel Face Ceramic Coating: £100

Glass Ceramic Coating: £80

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Why an inspection wash is required

Before confirming any Paint Correction package, the vehicle must first have a Paint Correction Inspection Wash.

This allows the vehicle to be safely washed, decontaminated and inspected properly under lighting. It also gives a clear understanding of the paint condition, defect severity and what level of improvement is realistically achievable.

The inspection makes sure the correct package is recommended before the vehicle is booked in for correction work.

 

Time required

Single Stage Paint Correction requires a minimum of 2 days.

This gives enough time for safe preparation, inspection, machine polishing, ceramic coating application and final checks without rushing the process.

Larger vehicles, heavily contaminated vehicles or paintwork requiring extra preparation may require more time.

Pricing 

Small Car (Fiat 500, BMW 1 Series, Audi A3) £425

Medium Car (BMW 4 Series, Porsche Taycan, Audi RS6) £450

Large Car (Porsche Macan, RR Evoque, BMW X3) £475

XL Car (Porsche Cayenne, Rolls Royce Cullinan, G-Wagon) £500

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£100 Deposit required at booking. All Deposits are deducted off the final amount due upon completion.

Not sure if this is the right package?

If your vehicle has light to moderate swirl marks, dull paintwork or poor gloss, Single Stage Paint Correction is usually the right route.

If the paintwork has heavier defects, deeper wash damage, haze, oxidation or requires a higher level of correction, Multi Stage Paint Correction may be more suitable.

Send photos of the vehicle and the paintwork condition if you are unsure, and Platform Auto Detailing will advise the most suitable route before booking.

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