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Car machine polishing is a controlled process that refines the clear coat of your paintwork to reduce visible defects. Using specialist polishing machines and compounds, it removes a microscopic layer of damaged clear coat to improve clarity and shine.
Unlike hand polishing, machine polishing delivers consistent results and can significantly improve paintwork condition when carried out correctly.
Machine polishing is ideal for addressing common paint defects.
It can help reduce:
The result is a deeper gloss and a cleaner finish.
These services serve different purposes but work well together.
Machine polishing:
Ceramic coating:
Polishing prepares the paint. Protection preserves it. Check out our Ceramic Coating service.
We assess the paint condition and discuss achievable results before starting.
The vehicle is cleaned thoroughly to remove dirt and bonded contaminants.
We use appropriate machines, pads and compounds to refine the paint safely.
The paintwork is refined to improve gloss and clarity.
We explain how to maintain the finish and protect the results.
Results depend on paint condition, age and previous care.
As a guide:
Light defects often improve significantly
Deeper scratches may be reduced but not removed
Older paint may have limits on correction
We’ll set realistic expectations before starting work.
A finish that turns heads – and adds long-term value.
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Machine polishing removes a small amount of clear coat. Done incorrectly, it can cause damage.
Common risks include:
Professional polishing focuses on improvement, not chasing perfection at the expense of paint safety.
Frequency depends on how the car is used and maintained.
In general:
Most cars benefit from polishing every few years, not annually.
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