Paint Correction Packages
We offer industry-leading paint correction packages tailored to your vehicle to remove defects and restore gloss.
Gloss enhancement
This package is designed to freshen your vehicle overall, including treatment on the exterior & interior, giving you that new car feel.
The paintwork is then protected with an entry-level ceramic coating.
This package is our entry level to machine polishing, purely to enhance the gloss levels
Duration: Full day
Price: From £450 (based on a medium-sized vehicle)
The final price may vary depending on vehicle size and condition.
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Full extensive safe wash process inc. decontamination of paintwork
Vehicle is then dried using a combination of filtered warm air along with an ultra-thick plush drying towel
non correctional machine polish carried out on the paintwork( This polish is solely for the purpose of restoring gloss & removal of very light wash
marring)
Paintwork wiped over with to remove remaining polish residues and oils leaving the ideal 'naked' base for protective coatings to bond to
12 months Ceramic Coating applied to the paintwork
Glass cleaned throughout
Tyres dressed with long life tyre dressing
Premium quality hanging air freshener placed (choice of two scents)
Deep interior detail is also carried out
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upgrade your coating to a stronger/long lasting ceramic
3 year Ceramic coating from £200
5 year Ceramic coating from £300
Top layer of Ceramic coating £100
(extreme hydrophobicity - water slides off treated surfaces)
Ceramic Glass Coating from £50
Ceramic Alloy coating from £50
Single Stage Enhancement
This package includes a single-stage machine polish, which safely removes around 70% of paint swirls and light imperfections, bringing back depth, clarity and a smooth, glossy finish to your paintwork. Once the polishing is complete, we apply a durable ceramic sealant with optional upgrades for long-term protection.
Duration: Full day
Price: From £650 (based on a medium-sized vehicle)
The final price may vary depending on vehicle size and condition.
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Full extensive, safe wash process inc. decontamination of paintwork
Vehicle is then dried using a combination of filtered warm air along with an ultra-thick plush drying towel
Single Stage machine polish carried out on the paintwork removing light swirls & restoring gloss simultaneously using a chosen combination of polishes & pads suited best for your paintwork
Paintwork wiped over with to remove remaining polish residues and oils leaving the ideal 'naked' base for protective coatings to bond to
2 year Ceramic Coating applied to the paintwork
Glass cleaned throughout
Tyres dressed with long life tyre dressing
Premium quality hanging air freshener placed
Mini interior detail is also carried out
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upgrade your coating to a stronger/long lasting ceramic
3 year Ceramic coating from £200
5 year Ceramic coating from £300
Top layer of Ceramic coating £100
(extreme hydrophobicity - water slides off treated surfaces)
Ceramic Glass Coating from £50
Ceramic Alloy coating from £50
Two Stage Correction
Our Two-Stage Correction is ideal for vehicles with heavily marked paintwork or for those seeking the ultimate finish. Using a cutting and refining process, we safely remove up to 90% of defects, restoring gloss, clarity and depth.
Once corrected, the paintwork is protected with a 2-year ceramic coating. The interior receives a full, deep steam clean, leaving the entire cabin sanitised and showroom fresh.
Duration: 2 days
Price: From £850 (based on a medium-sized vehicle)
The final price may vary depending on vehicle size and condition.
Please note: some deeper scratches may not be safely removed by machine polishing alone and may require wet sanding or smart repair; this can be discussed during your consultation.
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Safe wash and full chemical decontamination
Clay bar treatment to remove bonded contaminants
Two-stage machine polish (cutting and refining stages)
Up to 90% swirl and defect removal
Paintwork protected with a 2-year ceramic coating
Full interior deep steam clean
Leather, upholstery, carpets, mats, boot area and door cards sanitised
Steering wheel, dashboard and touch points thoroughly cleaned
Glass cleaned inside and out
Tyres dressed with a satin finish
Premium hanging air freshener (choice of scents)
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upgrade your coating to a stronger/long-lasting ceramic
3 year Ceramic coating from £200
5 year Ceramic coating from £300
Top layer of Ceramic coating £100
(extreme hydrophobicity - water slides off treated surfaces)Ceramic Glass Coating from £50
Ceramic Alloy coating from £50
Multi-Stage Correction
Our Multi-Stage Correction is the ultimate solution for vehicles suffering from severe paint defects. Designed for heavily swirled, scratched, or poorly maintained finishes, this service delivers a dramatic transformation by removing the majority of imperfections and restoring depth, clarity, and gloss.
This process involves multiple stages of machine polishing, with intensive cutting to eliminate swirl marks, etching, and deep scratches, followed by refining stages that enhance clarity and reveal a flawless finish. Correction levels of up to 95% are typically achieved, depending on paint type and condition.
Duration: Full day
Price: From £1100 (based on a medium-sized vehicle)
The final price may vary depending on vehicle size and condition.
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Full extensive safe wash process, including chemical decontamination of paintwork (iron fallout and tar removal)
Blown dry using filtered warm air to remove trapped water from panel gaps and trims
Multi stage machine polish, involving cutting and refining stages to eliminate severe defects and restore clarity
Localised wet sanding where required to address deep imperfections or reduce orange peel texture (if safe to do so)
Paintwork wiped down to remove all polish residues and oils, creating the perfect surface for ceramic protection
2-year Titan Ceramic Coating applied to all painted surfaces
Ceramic coating applied to exterior glass for improved visibility and hydrophobic performance
Alloy wheels coated with high-temperature ceramic for easy maintenance and brake dust resistance
Glass cleaned throughout
Tyres finished with long-life satin tyre dressing
Premium hanging air freshener (choice of two scents)
Mini interior detail including vacuum, wipe-down and sanitisation of key contact areas
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Upgrade your coating to a stronger/long-lasting ceramic
3 year Ceramic coating from £200
5 year Ceramic coating from £300
Top layer of Ceramic coating £100
(extreme hydrophobicity - water slides off treated surfaces.)
FAQs
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Car polishing is a process that enhances the gloss and shine of your vehicle’s paint by removing minor imperfections such as swirl marks and light scratches. It creates a smooth, reflective surface, making your car look like new. At Wakss Detailing, we offer both single-stage and multi-stage paint correction to achieve a flawless, mirror-like finish.
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Polishing works by using mild abrasives in liquid form to level the clear coat—the topmost layer of your car’s paint. This removes light defects and enhances the paint’s depth and clarity. It can be done manually or with a machine polisher. After polishing, a protective layer such as wax, sealant, or ceramic coating is applied to preserve the finish.
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Polishing is effective in removing light surface scratches and swirl marks that only affect the clear coat.
However, deeper scratches that penetrate beyond the clear coat into the base paint (often appearing white) require more advanced techniques such as Compounding: A more abrasive process to remove deeper clear coat damage, often followed by polishing to refine the finish. Wet Sanding: A more intensive method for severe damage, typically followed by compounding and polishing to restore the paint’s smoothness and shine.
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At Wakss Detailing, our experts use state-of-the-art polishing techniques to bring out the best in your vehicle’s paintwork.
Whether you need a single-stage polish for minor imperfections or a multi-stage paint correction for a showroom-quality finish, we deliver results that last.
Optional Extras
Interior Deep Clean
Ceramic Coating
Wheel-Off Detail
