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Paint Correction & Polishing Services

Restore depth, clarity, and gloss to your vehicle’s paint — the right way.

Florida’s sun, rain, and road grime take a toll on your vehicle’s finish. Over time, even newer cars develop swirl marks, light scratches, oxidation, and dullness. Our professional paint correction and polishing services are designed to safely restore your paint’s clarity and shine without cutting corners.

Loggerhead Detailing offers single-step and two-step correction services, depending on your paint’s condition and your desired results.

Service Area & Mobile Availability

Loggerhead Detailing comes to you—at your home, work, or storage facility. We service customers across:

  • Tampa

  • Clearwater

  • St. Petersburg

  • Dunedin

  • Land O Lakes

  • Tarpon Springs

  • New Port Richie

  • and surrounding areas

We operate with a fully self-contained detailing van, using spotless deionized water and tools safe for use in high heat or direct sun.

Why Choose Loggerhead for Paint Correction?

  • Paint-safe, panel-by-panel process — no rushed jobs

  • Use of high-quality compounds, polishes, and pads

  • Full mobile setup with spotless water and proper lighting

  • Honest expectations — we’ll assess your paint before recommending anything

  • Owner-operated care — we treat every job like it’s our own vehicle

Service Levels

1-Step Polish (Gloss Enhancement)

  • Perfect for newer or well-maintained vehicles that just need light refining.

  • Removes ~50–70% of visible swirls and haze

  • Restores depth and shine in a single polishing stage

  • Ideal before applying wax, sealant, or ceramic spray

  • ✔ Great value for vehicles in decent shape
    ✔ Add-on available to any exterior detail

2-Step Paint Correction

Designed for vehicles with heavier swirl marks, moderate oxidation, or visible clear coat defects.

  • Step 1: Cut/Compound Pass to remove defects

  • Step 2: Polish/Refining Pass to bring out gloss

  • Removes up to 85–95% of swirls and light scratches

  • Best results before ceramic coating or paint protection

✔ Recommended for darker-colored vehicles, older paint, or neglected finishes
✔ Includes full exterior prep: wash, decon, clay, and panel wipe

What Is Paint Correction?

  • Paint correction is a specialized machine polishing process that removes imperfections from your vehicle’s clear coat — not just hiding them, but actually leveling the surface to permanently reduce:

  • Swirl marks

  • Light to moderate scratches

  • Oxidation and water spots

  • Hazy, dull, or chalky finishes

  • Buffer trails from bad past detailers

  • It’s the safest and most effective way to bring back true gloss and reflection — especially on darker colors or neglected paint.

Maintenance After Correction

To protect your corrected finish, we recommend:

  • Ceramic spray sealants or coatings

  • Regular foam washes with proper drying

  • Avoiding automatic car washes

  • Booking maintenance details every 2–3 months

We’ll walk you through care options after your appointment.

Book a Paint Correction Assessment

Not sure what your vehicle needs? We’ll take a look, explain your options, and quote the right level of service — no guesswork.

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