PAINT ENHANCEMENT SERVICES IN BLOOMINGTON, IL
Renew Your Car’s Shine with Professional Paint Enhancement Services
The Auto Protection Specialists offer expert paint enhancement for car services to restore the shine and brilliance of your vehicle’s exterior. Over time, exposure to the elements and daily wear can cause your vehicle’s paint to lose its shine, leaving it looking dull and dusty. That’s where our professional paint enhancement services come into play, designed to breathe new life into your car’s exterior and restore its showroom-worthy shine.Our paint enhancement process begins with a thorough evaluation of your vehicle’s paintwork, identifying any imperfections, swirl marks, or light scratches that may have accumulated. Discover how our paint enhancement services can refresh your vehicle’s appearance and protect its value especially with a car ceramic coat.
What is Paint Enhancement for Cars?
Paint enhancement is a detailing process that restores the gloss, clarity, and smoothness of a vehicle’s paintwork by removing light scratches, swirl marks, oxidation, and other minor imperfections. This service is perfect for cars with light to moderate paint defects that don’t need a full paint correction.
With improved depth and shine, paint enhancement can make your car look so much better. It also protects the paint from further damage.
Why Our Paint Enhancement Services are the Best
At The Auto Protection Specialists, we offer paint enhancement packages made just for your car’s needs. For the best results, our experienced technicians apply premium polishing compounds, modern machinery, and unique procedures. We closely monitor every aspect to guarantee your total satisfaction.
1-Step Paint Enhancement Package
The 1-Step Paint Enhancement Package is perfect for vehicles with light to moderate defects, such as swirl marks, fine scratches, and light oxidation. This package includes paint decontamination with a clay bar, machine one-step polishing of the vehicle paint to remove swirls, scratches, and oxidation, and our level 2 exterior detail if you add a ceramic coating or paint protection film (PPF). We aim for 50-75%+ defect removal with this full-day service.
2-Step Paint Enhancement Package
The 2-Step Paint Enhancement Package is our most popular offering, tailored to those needing more than just a few swirl marks removed from their paintwork. This package includes machine one-step polishing of the car paint to remove oxidation, scratches, and swirls, as well as paint cleaning using a clay bar, when adding a ceramic coating or PPF, this level 2 exterior detail is best suited for a ceramic coating package. We try to remove 80–90% of defects with our 1-2 day service.
Advanced Paint 3-Step Enhancement Package
The Advanced Paint 3-Step Enhancement Package is designed to achieve 90-95%+ defect removal. To eliminate swirls, scratches, and oxidation from the car paint, this package comprises machine one-step polishing and paint decontamination using a clay bar, a third step that includes jeweling the paint to a high level of gloss beyond our typical refinement levels of polishing, includes our level 2 exterior detail if you add a ceramic coating or PPF, and is the ideal time for a ceramic coating package. This is a multi-day service perfect for vehicles requiring extensive paint correction and a stunning, high-gloss finish.
Advanced 4-Stage Paint Enhancement Package
The pinnacle of The Auto Protection Specialists’ paint correction services, the Advanced 4-Stage Paint Enhancement Package, aims to remove 95% or more of paint defects. This package includes paint decontamination with a clay bar, wet sanding all vehicle paint if needed, testing paint thickness around the vehicle, compounding all vehicle paint, and polishing all vehicle paint, If you apply a ceramic coating or PPF, be sure to include our level 2 external detail; this is the best time to apply a ceramic coating. This comprehensive service takes 5-7 days to complete and is perfect for vehicles requiring the highest level of paint correction and protection.
SWIRL, WATER ETCHING, AND SCRATCH REMOVAL
PAINT ENHANCEMENT PACKAGES
Fixing discrepancies on the paintwork of a vehicle always comes first. Here at the shop, our licensed and insured team of highly skilled automotive protection specialists respect the tactile art form of paint correction, thinking critically and treating every paint correction project with a unique attention to detail.
1-STEP PAINT ENHANCEMENT PACKAGE
STARTING ATTHIS SERVICE INCLUDES:
- We aim for 50-75%+ defect removal
- Includes our level 2 exterior detail if you add a ceramic coating or ppf
- Paint decontamination with a clay bar
- Machine one-step polishing of the vehicle paint to remove swirls, scratches, and oxidation
- This is a full-day service
2-STEP PAINT ENHANCEMENT PACKAGE
STARTING ATTHIS SERVICE INCLUDES:
- We aim for 80-90% defect removal
- Includes our level 2 exterior detail if you add a ceramic coating or ppf
- Paint decontamination with a clay bar
- Machine one-step polishing of the vehicle paint to remove swirls, scratches, and oxidation
- The ideal time for a ceramic coating package
- This is a 1-2 days service
We consider this package our most popular, featuring a near-full defect removal tailored to those needing more than just a few swirls marks removed from their paintwork.
ADVANCED PAINT 3-STEP ENHANCEMENT PACKAGE
STARTING ATTHIS SERVICE INCLUDES:
- We aim for 90-95%+ defect removal
- Includes our level 2 exterior detail if you add a ceramic coating or ppf
- Paint decontamination with a clay bar
- Machine one-step polishing of the vehicle paint to remove swirls, scratches, and oxidation
- Our third step includes jeweling the paint to a high level of gloss beyond our typical refinement levels of polishing
- The ideal time for a ceramic coating package
- This is a multi-day service
ADVANCED 4-STAGE PAINT ENHANCEMENT PACKAGE
STARTING ATTHIS SERVICE INCLUDES:
- We aim for 95%+ defect removal
- Includes our level 2 exterior detail if you add a ceramic coating or ppf
- Paint decontamination with a clay bar
- Wet sanding all vehicle paint if need be
- Testing paint thickness around the vehicle
- Compounding all vehicle paint
- Polishing all vehicle paint
- The ideal time for a Ceramic Coating
- This service takes 5-7 days
FEATURES & BENEFITS
THE PAINT CORRECTION PROCESS
WASH AND INSPECT
DECONTAMINATE
MACHINE CUTTING
FINE POLISH & REFINEMENT
WHAT ARE PAINT CORRECTION SERVICES?
Paint correction services are a great way to maintain the integrity of your vehicle and its paint. There are many different reasons why you might want to consider this as an option for restoring the look and color of your pride and joy! This article will explore some important details about this service and what it entails so that you are better informed before deciding whether or not this is right for you!
BENEFITS OF PAINT CORRECTION SERVICE:
- Removal of swirl marks, oxidation (fading), and scratches from surfaces such as vehicles, motorcycles, boats, glass, etc.
- Restoring glossy sheen to dulled finishes
- A deep cleaning by hand or machine
- Showroom-like new condition to paint
- Makes the paint on brand new cars with no miles pop even more!
- Brings out the true paint color of your vehicle
THE BENEFITS OF PAINT CORRECTION SERVICES ARE NUMEROUS
The paint correction process comes in stages for different levels of correction. There is light machine polish, single-stage paint correction, and multi-stage paint correction. It brings out the true color of your paint and more times than not, makes the car look better than when you bought it!
1. IDEAL TIME FOR CERAMIC COATING OR PAINT PROTECTION FILM
Paint correction is the most effective way to remove scratches, swirl marks, and other blemishes. Scratches and swirls are usually caused by driving conditions and improper washing. By removing these minor imperfections, we can apply paint protection that ensures your car or truck will still look great for years to come!
Once all paint defects are removed via our paint correction service, it is an ideal time to perform a ceramic coating or paint protection film service to “lock in” the vehicle’s state of paint.
A Ceramic Coating can provide excellent glossiness and protection against oxidation, road salt, acid rain, bird droppings, and airborne pollutants, which can cause scratching of the clear coat layer over time. After applying the ceramic coating, you can enjoy the long-lasting ceramic finish for years and potentially much longer as ceramic coatings we use have very good long lasting warranties (per manufacturer) .
Paint Protection film provides glossiness and protection against, oxidation, road salt, acid rain, bird droppings, air born pollutants, minors swirls and scratches. PPF also has a self healing factor once heat is applied which can make scratches disappear like they were never there in the first place. Once PPF is applied, you can expect 7 years or more of your car being protected. You will be able to enjoy your immaculate finish for years to come backed by manufacture warranty.
2. PAINT LONGEVITY
Paint Protection doesn’t just make your car look good; it also preserves the paintwork for years to come. Paint is vulnerable to damage, and any scratch or dent can permanently scar it. Paint correction restores the clarity of that intended original shine.
3. REJUVENATE YOUR VEHICLE'S EXTERIOR
Chemicals from the environment – such as dirt and pollution – can permanently stain your car’s paintwork, especially if left unchecked. Paint correction provides a deep clean of these deposits, cleansing the exterior and rejuvenating it with a fresh look. Paint correction will also remove those unsightly scratches that detract from the beauty of your car’s bodywork.
SCHEDULE YOUR PAINT CORRECTION TODAY
You’ve not worked with the best if you haven’t had your car professionally handled and taken by us. We safely remove oxidation and other defects that can lead to further damage to an auto’s paint job, leaving it looking new!
How Can The Auto Protection Specialists Help You With Paint Enhancement For Cars
When you bring your car to us for paint enhancement, you can trust that your car is in the hands of experts who truly care about giving you amazing results. We know your vehicle means a lot to you, and we treat every car with the utmost care and attention.
By choosing our paint enhancement for car services, you’ll enjoy restored gloss, clarity, and depth of your vehicle’s paintwork, removal of ugly swirl marks, light scratches, and oxidation, protection against future damage from the sun, contaminants, and minor scratches, and higher resale value and pride in your vehicle’s appearance.
At The Auto Protection Specialists, we’re committed to providing top-quality paint enhancement services that will blow you away. Our team is dedicated to your complete satisfaction, and we stand behind our work 100%.
Don’t wait – get rid of those annoying paint imperfections and fall in love with your car again. Contact The Auto Protection Specialists today to schedule your paint enhancement service and see the incredible difference our expertise can make.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below are some questions our customers have asked about our paint correction services.
What is the benefit of paint correction?
Paint correction brings out your vehicle new car luster and bring its appearance back to where the manufacture intended it to be. It brings out the most drastic difference in the cars appearance compared to any other service we offer. Whether you’re looking to sell that beater down the street or keep your current ride like-new, professional paint correction should be on your radar. Our dependable team can maintain that beautiful exterior with a little help from state of the art products designed to bring out those embedded swirls, holograms, scuffs and other imperfections hiding in plain sight around your vehicle’s paint.
Can we put ceramic coating on after paint correction?
Yes. You. Can! But be sure that your car’s paintwork has been completely corrected and inspected before adding a ceramic coating, as it is semi-permanent and acts as a very strong protective shield to abrasions, in turn can make future corrective work more difficult as the ceramic coating sits on top of your clear coat and paint layer.
My paint is oxidized, will paint correction fix this?
Different processes of automotive paint correction can fix oxidized paint; however, the method a paint correction specialist uses varies depending on both the level of severity of the oxidization, the color of your vehicle’s paintwork, and type of vehicle you have as some cars paint can scratch easier than others. Also known as soft or hard automotive paint
Do new cars need paint correction?
Absolutely!! Understand this: dealers are not detailers. They could very well have washed and dried a new vehicle incorrectly, rubbing abrasive dust and dirt unknowingly against the finish. Light or heavy paint correction is helpful on even the most spotless finishes. We at the The Auto Protection Specialists, have never seen a brand new car that has come into the shop that was 100% flawless of any imperfections. Our goal is to get your vehicle as close to 100% as possible
How long does paint enhancement for cars take?
Paint enhancement usually takes 1-2 days, depending on the level of service and your vehicle’s condition.
What's the difference between paint enhancement and paint correction?
Paint enhancement focuses on removing light to moderate defects, while paint correction is a more intensive process that targets severe imperfections for near-perfection.
Can paint enhancement remove deep scratches?
Paint enhancement can improve the look of minor scratches, but deeper scratches that go through the clear coat may need additional services like paint correction or touch-up work.
How often should I get paint enhancement for my car?
How often you need paint enhancement depends on things like how much you drive, where you park your car and your own preferences. In general, getting paint enhancement once or twice a year is a good idea to keep your vehicle looking its best.
Will paint enhancement remove all swirl marks and scratches?
Paint enhancement can greatly reduce the appearance of swirl marks and light scratches, but it may not completely remove them. How much it can remove depends on how deep the imperfections are and the level of service you choose.
Is paint enhancement safe for my car's paint?
When done by skilled professionals using the right techniques and products, paint enhancement is safe for your vehicle’s paintwork.
Can paint enhancement be done on any color of the car?
Yes, paint enhancement can be done on any color of vehicle, including dark and metallic finishes
How much does paint enhancement cost?
The cost of paint enhancement varies based on the size of your vehicle, the level of service needed, and any extra options like ceramic coatings. We offer competitive pricing and can give you a detailed quote based on your specific needs.
Do I need to do anything to maintain the results of paint enhancement?
To keep your paint enhancement looking great, we recommend washing your car regularly using the right techniques, avoiding automatic car washes, and using high-quality cleaning products. Applying a paint sealant or ceramic coating can also help extend the life of the enhancement.
What if I'm not happy with the results of my paint enhancement?
At The Auto Protection Specialists, we stand behind our work and are committed to your complete satisfaction. If for any reason you’re not thrilled with the results of your paint enhancement, please let us know and we’ll make it right.