Restoration
Paintwork Restoration and Paint Correction in Mansfield
Dull, swirled or lightly scratched paint machine-polished back at our Mansfield Woodhouse unit. Every car is inspected first and priced on what it actually needs, because no two sets of paintwork are in the same condition.
Bringing dull paint back
When paintwork loses its lustre, a full compound brings the shine back and takes out light scratches and paint imperfections along the way. Most of what people call "scratches all over the car" is swirl marks - fine circular marks put in by poor washing technique or an automatic car wash - and those respond well to machine correction.
Every car has different requirements, so we inspect the paintwork before quoting and price it car by car rather than off a menu. That inspection is also how we tell you what will not come out: damage that has gone through the lacquer needs more than polishing, and we would rather say so up front.
Paintwork we have put right
"My Godson kindly cleaned my car and scrubbed it all over with a scourer - it was horrendous. Scratched everywhere. Paul and his team really pulled it out of the bag - by the time they had finished it was showroom ready. Honestly amazing. Totally recommend The Valet Man team - you won't be disappointed."
Tracy Sabin, on Facebook
Before you book
Paint correction questions
How much does paint correction cost?
It is quoted per car. We need to see the paintwork first, because the price depends on the size of the car, how bad the marking is and how many stages of machine work it needs. Send us a photo or bring it in for a look.
What are swirl marks, and can you remove them?
Swirl marks are the fine circular scratches you see in direct sunlight, usually put there by poor washing technique or an automatic car wash. They are one of the most common things we correct, and they respond well to machine polishing.
Will it remove every scratch?
No, and anyone who says otherwise is guessing. Light scratches and paint imperfections come out with a full compound. Damage that has gone through the lacquer into the paint underneath needs more than polishing, and we will tell you that at the inspection rather than after taking your money.
Should I protect the paint afterwards?
It is worth it. Once the paint has been corrected, a ceramic coating or a Diamondbrite treatment keeps that finish rather than letting it swirl straight back up.
Can you do paint correction as part of a valet?
Yes. Most correction work is booked alongside a valet so the car is cleaned down properly first. Mention it when you book so we can allow the time.
