Paint Correction

A multi-stage polishing process that buffs out swirls, light scratches, and dull spots, so your paint looks deep, clear, and glossy again.

Paint Correction

A multi-stage polishing process that buffs out swirls, light scratches, and dull spots, so your paint looks deep, clear, and glossy again.

What Is Paint Correction?

Paint correction is exactly what it sounds like. It is the process of removing imperfections in your paint while bringing back shine, depth, and clarity.

It does not hide the defects. A proper correction re-levels the paint itself, removing the swirls, scratches, and haze that dull the finish, rather than filling them in to reappear later.

Even a new vehicle can benefit. Think of the transport trucks carrying new cars to dealerships. By the time a vehicle reaches the showroom floor, it has often been washed and dried improperly, and you can already see light swirl marks and spider webbing under the lights. We bring the paint back to a better-than-new condition.

Your Paint Is the First Thing People See

Dull, swirled paint makes an expensive vehicle look tired. Correction is also the foundation for lasting protection.

Correct the paint first, then protect it. Never the other way around.

Common Paint Imperfections We Correct

Swirl Marks

Swirls come from improper washing and the wrong materials, and they show as fine circular marks when light hits the paint.

Scratches

Some scratches sit in the clear coat, others cut deeper. The depth decides whether we can erase it or just improve it.

Water Spots

Even after water evaporates, the minerals left behind embed into the paint. Depending on severity, these take different techniques to remove.

Bird Droppings

Highly acidic, they can etch marks into the paint that remain long after the droppings are cleaned off.

Bugs

Bug guts are acidic, and left on the paint they etch into the surface over time.

Spider Webbing

Fine scratches in a web-like pattern, left by the wrong wash, buff, or dry materials.

Tree sap, oxidation, and more. If it is dulling your finish, we will tell you honestly what we can and cannot remove.

CoaticLab Process, Start to Finish

Every correction starts by seeing the paint’s true condition and ends with a final inspection under light. Our process is never rushed. It is done right.

01

01

Wash and Decontaminate

A full wash and decontamination strips everything off the surface so we can see the paint’s true condition.

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02

Inspect and Measure

We assess the defects under proper lighting and plan the correction to your paint and its condition.

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03

Machine Polish

Using machine polishers, compounds, polishes, and specialized pads, we re-level the paint and remove imperfections stage by stage.

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04

Refine and Inspect

A final refining pass brings up the gloss, then we inspect the finish under light before the vehicle leaves.

Straight Answers About Your Paint

The condition of your paint decides how far a correction can go. In most cases we remove nearly all imperfections. In some, the paint is too far gone and the honest answer is a repaint. Either way, we will do everything possible to restore your finish, and we will always be straight with you about what is realistic before we start.

Lock In the Results

Correction brings the paint back. A ceramic coating on top enhances that fresh gloss and protects the work, locking in the shine, repelling water, and making it far easier to keep clean. The two go hand in hand.

Recent
Correction Work

Fresh results, straight from the CoaticLab Automotive Studio.

The Brands We Install

We install SunTek and LLumar window tint and paint protection film, Gyeon ceramic coatings, and Windshield Skin windshield film. Premium brands, a proven process and real attention to detail on every build.

TRUSTED ACROSS NORTHERN UTAH

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Christian Silva
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Had these guys replace the side panel of my PPF that had a few door dings from over the years. The result looks great and left my car looking brand new! Quick turnaround and they were even nice enough to still keep my appointment after I technically mixed up the dates and showed up an hour late. Great communication during the process as well. Would highly recommend!
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Blake Bell
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We needed our truck’s windows tinted and Blake and the Coatic Lab crew did a phenomenal job. The quality is unmatched, haven’t had a single issue, and we look forward to using them for all of our specialized detailing needs in the future with all of our vehicles! 10 out of 10 would recommend Coatic Lab!
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Colleen Hoyle
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Wow!! I must say, I have never been happier with a business than I was with Coatic Lab! I had them do PPF and tint. From the get-go, they were extremely helpful in explaining things, they were friendly and got me in and out in the time they said they would! I had gone to several other places and had quotes but Coatic Lab by far gave me the best price!! If you want this done right this is your place!!! I don’t usually like to write reviews, but had no choice in this situation because of their service. They don’t just want your money, they want to send you out with a job well done C Hoyle
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Jace Larson
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I brought my car in for tint and PPF. They did an amazing job any car looks amazing now. I love the way the windows look and how well they block out heat. They are the only ones I trust to do PPF.
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Kelly Newman
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Excellent customer service! Fast! Quality! What else do you need? Why wait to tint your windows?
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Jared Jones
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Have brought multiple vehicles to CoaticLab. Great price, great product, and great people.
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Mike Allred
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Blake pulled a rabbit out of his hat and helped me pull of a last minute surprise. I haven't had anyone else do my work since I found him 5 years ago. 11/10
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Trung Thai
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Thank you you guys, I very impressed with your work and will be back for other half of my car Thank you 🙏
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Jeremy
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"I couldn't be happier with the results! We chose the front PPF package, stage 2 ceramic coat, ceramic tint, and black vinyl on the roof and it looks absolutely amazing. Blake is truly the best when it comes to customer service—he is knowledgeable, professional, and always goes above and beyond to make sure you are completely taken care of. The quality of their work is outstanding, and their attention to detail is second to none. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my vehicles. Highly recommend this shop and their team!"
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Mike H
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Blake and his team were great to work with. The truck looks amazing and was completed when he said it would be. The communication was great. Easy recoomend! Thanks!

Paint Correction FAQ

Often, yes. Even new vehicles pick up swirls and light scratches on the way from the factory to the dealer. Correction brings the paint to a better-than-new finish.

It removes most imperfections, but not all. Deep scratches that have gone through the clear coat may only be improved, not erased. We will tell you honestly what is possible before we start.

No. A wax hides defects temporarily. Paint correction re-levels the paint to actually remove them.

Yes. Coating over swirled paint seals the swirls in. Correction first is what makes the coating look its best.

It depends on the size of the vehicle and the condition of the paint. We will give you a clear timeline with your quote.

If the paint is beyond correction, we will tell you straight and point you toward a repaint. We will not sell you work that will not deliver.

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