Swirl marks under the sun. Scratches from car parks and coin washes. Our paint correction service is machine polishing that actually cuts them back, not a quick wax that hides them for a week.
Car scratch & swirl removal by machine polish
Paint thickness checked before we start
Dust-free, controlled workshop environment
Same-week slots usually available
How It Works
The Process Involved in Paint Correction
Why Bring It To Us
Machine Polishing Beats a Wax-and-Hope Fix
A wax or a quick buff fills swirl marks with a layer of shine that washes off within weeks. Paint correction actually levels the clear coat, so the gloss comes from the paint itself, not from something sitting on top of it.
| Wax / Quick Buff | Dunshaughlin Workshop |
|---|---|
| Fills swirls instead of removing them | Machine correction that levels the clear coat |
| Shine fades within a few washes | Paint thickness measured before any cutting |
| No paint thickness check beforehand | Correction level matched to your paint |
| Scratches still visible in direct sun | Flawless clarity under direct light |
Car Scratch & Swirl Removal, Dublin & Meath
What’s Included
Every paint correction booking starts with an inspection, not a guess.
- Paint thickness reading, panel by panel, before any correction starts
- Full decontamination washes to strip road grime and old wax first
- Machine compounding to cut back swirl marks and scratches
- Fine polishing stage to bring back true gloss and clarity
- Panel-by-panel inspection under direct light, not guesswork
- Optional ceramic coating to protect and lock in the finish
Choose Your Correction Level
Paint Correction Packages
Correction level scales with what your paint actually needs, from a light refresh to a full multi-stage correction.
Single-Stage Polish (2–3 HRS)
• Light swirl & scratch reduction
• Gloss refresh, one polishing stage
• Good for cars washed carefully
Two-Stage Correction (4–6 HRS)
• Compound stage plus fine polish
• Removes moderate swirls & scratches
• Most popular option
Multi-Stage Correction (FULL DAY)
• For heavy swirling or oxidised paint
• Multiple compound & polish stages
• Ready for ceramic coating after
FAQs
What's the difference between paint correction and a normal polish?
A normal polish adds shine on top of the paint. Paint correction uses machine polishing to actually cut back the clear coat and remove swirl marks and light scratches underneath, not just cover them.
Will paint correction remove all scratches from my car?
Most swirl marks and light to moderate scratches can be removed or significantly reduced. Deep scratches that have gone through the clear coat into the base colour usually need touch-up paint rather than correction alone.
How long does paint correction take?
A single-stage polish takes around two to three hours. Two-stage correction runs four to six hours, and a full multi-stage correction on heavily swirled paint can take a full day.
Is paint correction safe for my car's paintwork?
Yes, when done correctly. We measure paint thickness before starting and choose the correction level to suit what the clear coat can safely handle.
Do you offer paint correction before ceramic coating?
Yes. Correcting swirls and scratches first gives a ceramic coating a properly flat, clear surface to bond to, so the finish looks sharper and lasts longer.
Book Your Paint Correction
Get rid of the swirls and scratches instead of hiding them. Our Dunshaughlin workshop serves drivers across Meath and North Dublin, with easy access off the M3/N3.