Correcting Vehicle Paint for Drivers Located in Anaheim, CA

Step 1: Vehicle Detailing Stage

The first step in the paint correction process at Sprengers Detail Studio is to first tag in our detailing team. We step up to the task of thoroughly washing and decontaminating your vehicle's exterior, especially the painted panels. Loose debris, embedded contaminants, and any other residual impacts from the environment in Anaheim can cloud the condition of your finish. This initial hand wash and subsequent clay bar treatment will effectively remove embedded contaminants that cannot simply be rinsed away prior to paint correction.

Step 2: Assessment and Masking

 We do not leave your vehicle to drip dry. We take microfiber towels to carefully dry it and along the way, inspect its paintwork. Our technicians use specialized lighting to identify all types of paint imperfections that include scrapes, nicks, swirl marks, scratches, stains, and the beginning stages of surface oxidation. Based on this assessment, we determine if the level of paint correction you purchased is appropriate for its condition. Once we verify all of that, any sensitive areas including plastic trim, headlights, and rubber seals are masked off to protect them from being damaged during the cutting, buffing, and polishing processes.

Step 3: Compounding, Buffing, and Polishing

This is the core step in the paint correction process, and it incorporates a few different processes. Utilizing dual-action or rotary polishers, our technicians begin by applying a cutting compound to remove the most apparent imperfections that are closest to the surface. This compound essentially removes a microscopic layer of clear coat, leveling the surface and eliminating defects. Multiple passes may be required to remedy deeper scratches and surface imperfections. After compounding, the paint is buffed and polished using a less abrasive compound to restore shine and clarity. Buffing and polishing can also commonly eliminate residual defects.

Step 4: Final Inspection and Protection

The vehicle that undergoes paint correction at Sprengers Detail Studio must go through another thorough inspection to ensure that all fixable defects have been addressed. If the paint meets the quality standard, it is time for the final step: enhancement. While we do offer a layer of wax or entry-level sealant, a ceramic coating is highly advised so you can rely on high-level hydrophobicity to keep your finish from degrading from future contaminants. This not only makes the paint look glossier but also makes future cleaning easier as well.