A paint correction is an auto detailing procedure that removes swirl marks, minor scratches, and other blemishes on the vehicle's clear coat by using specialized machines and polishing compounds to remove microscopic layers of clear-coat enhancing the clarity & shine of your vehicle's paint. It is a lengthy process requiring patience and expertise to ensure your vehicle's paint is returned to its original factory finish or better.
Here at Tuff Stuff Detail Garage LLC, we use only the best products and equipment from top-tier brands such as Gyeon, 3D, Sonax, and Lake Country. These products are highly effective on nearly all paint finishes including single-stage paint and clear-coat paint.
A ceramic coating is a semi-permanent coating that is applied to the surface of your vehicle producing a glossy finish and incredible hydrophobic properties while also protecting it from swirls, UV rays, chemicals, and weathering. Most ceramic coatings last between 2-5 years providing your vehicle with long-lasting protection far superior to traditional waxes or sealants.
We are proud to be a Certified Mobile Detailer for GYEON providing our clients with top-of-the-line Ceramic Coating Paint Protection. Our coatings come with a 3-5 year warranty if you are on our monthly maintenance schedule ensuring the long-term care of your professional coating.
Proper preparation produces the best possible results. Your vehicle will be hand-washed to remove all the dirt and grime along with any old waxes that may be on the vehicle. We will perform a full paint decontamination spraying an iron remover and claying your paint to remove road tar and microscopic iron particles that could be embedded in the paint. We then use automotive tape to protect the trim, rubbers, and other areas from contacting them with our polishing pads.
After thoroughly inspecting your paint for swirls, scratches, and other defects using high-powered lights and testing each panel with our paint-depth gauge we will perform test areas to determine the proper polishing pad & compound combinations that are going to help us achieve the best possible results.
After hours of work properly washing and correcting the vehicle's paint, we are finally prepared to apply the ceramic coating. The coating will maintain the perfect finish achieved by the correction and limit the impact of swirls, harsh weather conditions, chemicals, and UV rays while repelling water, dirt, and other contaminants.
To ensure the full lifespan of each coating we recommend washing the vehicle by hand using a pH-balanced or pH-neutral car soap and applying a spray sealant or spray wax for added protection. We also offer a monthly maintenance program for those interested in a professional touch to ensure the longevity of your new ceramic coating.
General pricing shown below. Actual price is based on size, condition, and type of vehicle.
One-Step Paint Correction
Our Stage I Ceramic Coating Service is a perfect option for most vehicles. We perform a One-Step Paint Correction removing 70% or more of swirls and most minor scratches and we recommend MOHS by Gyeon to provide your vehicle with at least 3 years of protection. We also provide a complimentary maintenance detail 3 weeks following the Coating to guarantee our work!
7+ hours
- Foam bath & hand wash
- Wheels, tires, & wheel wells deep cleaned
- Paint decontamination
- Clay bar paint
- Vehicle blow dried & towel-dried
- Tire dressing
- One-step paint correction
- Coating applied to all painted surfaces
- 8-12 hour cure time
Includes:
- Interior vacuum
- All-surface wipe-down
- Rubber mats cleaned
- All windows cleaned
* Deposit is required
* 24 Hour cancellation policy
*The car cannot be driven for at least 12 hours, and we recommend having a garage to store the vehicle in overnight.
Please reach us at Bob@TuffStuffDetailGarage.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
We have a variety of polishers, pads, compounds, polishes, towels, and lights that we use to get the job done. We have 1″, 3″, and 5″ polishers to help us get into any small or tight area we need to polish. We can use our more aggressive tools and pads to safely achieve the desired results if there are heavy swirls.
While having the use of your garage would be ideal for the process, at the very least we recommend the availability to store the vehicle overnight to allow the coating to properly cure. We come prepared with an extremely large canopy with available sidewalls giving us our own mobile garage!
Once the coating is applied, the vehicle should not get wet for the first 48 hours so it can fully cure. After that, we advise our customers to not wash their vehicle for the first two weeks. However, we offer a complimentary maintenance detail 3 weeks from the coating appointment to guarantee our work!
General pricing shown below. Actual price is based on size, condition, and type of vehicle.
One-Step Paint Correction
The Stage II Ceramic Coating Service is our most popular option. We perform a One-Step Paint Correction removing 70% or more of swirls and most minor scratches leaving your vehicle looking better than the day you purchased it. We recommend FLASH by Gyeon providing your vehicle with up to 5 years of durable protection and a beautiful shine.
*8+ Hours
- Foam bath & hand wash
- Wheels, tires, & wheel wells deep cleaned
- Full paint decontamination
- Vehicle blow dried & towel-dried
- Tire dressing
- One-step paint correction
- Coating applied to all painted surfaces and glass
- 8-12 hour cure time
Includes:
- Interior vacuum
- All-surface wipe-down
- Carpets shampooed & extracted
- Rubber mats cleaned
- All windows cleaned
* Deposit is required
* 24 Hour cancellation policy
*The car cannot be driven for at least 12 hours, and we recommend having a garage to store the vehicle in overnight.
Please reach us at Bob@TuffStuffDetailGarage.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
The difference betweeen Stage I and Stage II are the coatings that we are using and the variety of surfaces that the coatings will be applied to. Flash is our exclusive 5 Year coating that can also be applied to your glass as well as your paint, while MOHS (Stage I) is a 3-4 Year coating that can only be applied to paint.
Flash is exclusive to GYEON Certified Detailers, requires a professional installer, and lasts longer. MOHS; while still a professional coating, is capable of being purchased by the general public (professional installation is still recommended as incorrect application can leave high spots all over the vehicle surface).
A wax does not remove any swirls or scratches from your paint. It only hides the very light swirls and can be completed in a few hours. Paint correction actually removes the swirls in your paint. This is what makes the paint shine like crazy. It also takes a substantial amount of time and energy to complete. Usually one or two full days (depending on size, condition, and desired results).
General pricing shown below. Actual price is based on size, condition, and type of vehicle.
Two-Step Paint Correction
The Stage III Ceramic Coating Service is our most in-depth correction service for anyone seeking a near-perfect finish to their paint. We perform a Two-Step Paint Correction removing all swirls, most scratches & defects, softening orange peel, and then protecting it with FLASH by Gyeon providing your vehicle with up to 5 years of optimal protection.
*Two-day appointment. Garage required.
- Foam bath & hand wash
- Wheels, tires, & wheel wells deep cleaned
- Full paint decontamination
- Vehicle blow dried & towel-dried
- Tire dressing
- Two-step paint correction
- Coating applied to all painted surfaces and glass
- 24-hour cure time
Includes:
- Interior vacuum
- All-surface wipe-down
- Carpets shampooed & extracted
- Rubber mats cleaned
- All windows cleaned
* Deposit is required
* 24 Hour cancellation policy
*The car cannot be driven for at least 12 hours, and we recommend having a garage to store the vehicle in overnight.
Please reach us at Bob@TuffStuffDetailGarage.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
With our Stage III Coating Packages, you are having your paint corrected to return your paint to near-perfect condition. While a One-Step Correction still produces spectacular results, a Two-Step Correction is out of this world.
We do not apply coatings to vehicles that have not gone through the proper prep and correction as you will not reap the benefits of a coating without it.
It depends on the size and condition of the vehicle but it typically takes about 12 hours or more.
Mon | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Tue | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Wed | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Thu | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Fri | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Sat | 09:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Sun | Closed |
Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:00a - 5:00p
Sat: 9:00a - 4:00p
Sun: Closed
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We’ve updated our detailing packages! Our goal is to give you the best value to better reflect the quality, time, and premium products we’re putting into every vehicle.. Whether you're looking for a basic clean-up or full-on paint correction and ceramic protection, we’ve fine-tuned everything to give you more tailored options!
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