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Paint Correction & Ceramic Coating Package

Our signature service — multi-stage paint correction followed by a NanoPro or DuraSlic ceramic coating, applied by a Certified Installer with 25+ Years of Experience. The showroom-fresh finish drivers in Lutz and the Tampa Bay Area come back for.

We start with a thickness-mapped paint inspection, then move through compounding, refining, and finishing polishes to permanently remove swirls, water spots, and oxidation. The corrected paint is then sealed with a professional ceramic coating that locks in the gloss, repels Florida UV, salt-air, lovebug acids, and bird droppings, and dramatically reduces your long-term maintenance. It's the pairing that makes a freshly corrected finish actually last. See paint correction and ceramic coating for the full breakdown of each stage.

Detailer applying NanoPro ceramic coating to a black car hood in a Lutz, FL driveway

Ceramic Coating

As a NanoPro and DuraSlic Certified Installer serving Lutz and the Tampa Bay area, we apply professional-grade ceramic coatings that bond at the molecular level to your clear coat — shielding paint from UV fade, salt-air corrosion off the Gulf, lovebug etching, bird droppings, road grime, and the brutal Florida summer heat for years, not months. Every coating starts with a meticulous decontamination wash and, when needed, multi-stage paint correction so the coating bonds to a flawless surface. Application is done by hand, panel by panel, in a controlled environment with strict humidity, temperature, and dust management — the kind of attention to detail consumer DIY kits simply can't replicate.

Related: Paint Correction · Paint Correction + Ceramic Package · Paint Protection Film

Ceramic coating tier comparison
FeatureSportPremiumElite
Coating layers1 layer2 layers2 layers + topcoat
Manufacturer warranty2 years5 years7+ years
Paint correction includedSingle-stage gloss enhancement1-stage correctionMulti-stage correction
Hydrophobic / self-cleaningYesYes — enhancedYes — maximum
Wheel face coatingAdd-onIncludedIncluded
Glass & trim coatingAdd-onAdd-onIncluded
Tiers vary by vehicle size and paint condition — call for pricing.
  • Multi-year manufacturer warranty options
  • Hydrophobic, self-cleaning surface
  • Deep, mirror-like gloss

See our ceramic coating packages

Our Process

  1. In-depth paint inspection and assessment under multi-angle LED lighting
  2. Foam pre-soak, two-bucket hand wash, wheel and tire decontamination
  3. Iron fallout removal, tar removal, and clay-bar decontamination
  4. Optional single or multi-stage paint correction to maximize gloss before coating
  5. Panel-wipe with IPA to strip oils so the coating bonds correctly
  6. Hand-applied ceramic coating, layered and high-spot-leveled panel by panel
  7. Controlled bonding and cure cycle with humidity and dust management
  8. Final inspection and customer walk-through with written aftercare guide

What's Included

  • Full exterior decontamination wash
  • Single-stage gloss enhancement before coating
  • Ceramic coating on paint, plus optional wheels, glass, and trim
  • Aftercare kit and written maintenance guide

Materials & Products

  • Premium NanoPro ceramic systems (certified installer)
  • Premium DuraSlic ceramic systems (certified installer)
  • Professional-grade prep chemistry, plush microfiber, and pH-balanced shampoos

Customer Benefits

  • Enhanced gloss, depth, and color richness you can see from across the parking lot
  • UV protection that prevents paint fade and oxidation
  • Chemical resistance to bird droppings, bug acids, and road salts
  • Hydrophobic, easier-maintenance finish — dirt and water sheet off
  • Multi-year durability that dramatically out-performs consumer-grade waxes, sealants, and spray coatings

Expected Outcome

A factory-fresh, glass-like finish backed by a multi-year manufacturer warranty and the craftsmanship of a certified professional installer.

Dual-action polisher with orange foam pad correcting swirl marks on a black fender

Paint Correction

Paint correction is a multi-step machine-polishing process that permanently removes swirl marks, water spots, oxidation, holograms, and most light scratches. In Florida, that oxidation comes fast — UV exposure, hard-water spotting from afternoon storms, and acidic lovebug residue all dull paint within a single season. Every job starts with a paint inspection and assessment, including thickness readings on every panel, so we know exactly how much clear coat is safe to refine. From there we move through compounding to remove defects, then refining and polishing stages to restore clarity, depth, and reflection. Pairs perfectly with our ceramic coating service to lock the result in for years.

Related: Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction + Ceramic Package · Paint Protection Film

  • 1-, 2-, and 3-stage correction levels
  • Paint thickness measured on every panel
  • Pairs perfectly with ceramic coating

See our paint correction process

Our Process

  1. Paint inspection and assessment with a thickness gauge to map safe correction limits
  2. Decontamination wash and clay-bar to remove embedded contaminants
  3. Test spot to dial in the right pad and compound combination for your paint
  4. Compounding stage to remove oxidation, swirl marks, scratches, and defects
  5. Refining polish stage to remove micro-marring and restore clarity
  6. Finishing polish to maximize depth, reflection, and gloss
  7. Final IPA wipe-down and multi-angle LED inspection

What's Included

  • Pre-correction wash and decontamination
  • Multi-stage machine polishing
  • Paint depth verification
  • Optional ceramic coating add-on

Materials & Products

  • Dual-action and forced-rotation professional polishers
  • Premium cutting, polishing, and finishing compounds
  • Microfiber, foam, and wool pads matched to each stage

Customer Benefits

  • Permanent removal of swirls, holograms, and most scratches
  • Restored depth, gloss, and color richness
  • Ideal prep step for ceramic coating — locks in a perfect finish

Expected Outcome

A swirl-free, mirror-clear finish that reflects light cleanly from every angle — the highest finish quality your paint can safely achieve.

Detailer installing clear paint protection film on the hood of a black luxury sedan

Paint Protection Film (PPF)

Paint Protection Film is a clear, self-healing urethane layer professionally installed over your vehicle's most vulnerable panels — hood, fenders, bumper, mirrors, A-pillars, and headlights. On Florida roads it absorbs the rock chips from I-75 construction, sandblasting from coastal salt air, lovebug splatter, and the acidic bird and tree-sap damage that would otherwise eat through your clear coat. Precision installation is everything: we use plotter-cut patterns, hand-trim where needed, and wrap edges so the film disappears into the panel for a virtually invisible finish — and we pair PPF with ceramic coating for the most complete defense available.

Related: Ceramic Coating · Paint Correction + Ceramic Package

Paint protection film coverage comparison
CoveragePanels CoveredSelf-HealingEdge WrappingWarranty
Partial FrontPartial hood, partial fenders, mirrorsYesWhere geometry allowsUp to 10 years
Full FrontFull hood, full fenders, bumper, mirrors, A-pillars, headlightsYesYesUp to 10 years
Track PackFull Front + rocker panels + rear bumper high-impact zonesYesYesUp to 10 years
Full VehicleEvery painted panelYesYesUp to 10 years
Coverage varies by vehicle make and model — call for pricing.
  • Self-healing film that resists rock chips and scratches
  • Edge-wrapped, virtually invisible installation
  • Protects resale value for years

Our Process

  1. Thorough surface preparation, decontamination wash, and clay-bar
  2. IPA panel wipe to remove oils so the film bonds correctly
  3. Precision film measuring, plotter-cutting, and hand-trimming to each panel
  4. Slip-solution application and careful alignment over the panel
  5. Squeegee technique to eliminate water, air bubbles, and imperfections
  6. Edge wrapping and tucking for a seamless, invisible perimeter where possible
  7. Heat-set bonded edges and 24–48 hour controlled cure
  8. Final inspection under multi-angle lighting and customer walk-through

What's Included

  • Full-front, partial-front, or track-pack coverage options
  • Hood, fenders, bumper, mirrors, A-pillars, and headlights as specified
  • Edge wrapping where panel geometry allows
  • Written aftercare and cure instructions

Materials & Products

  • Premium self-healing TPU paint protection films
  • Plotter-cut, vehicle-specific patterns
  • Professional slip, tack, and edge-sealing solutions

Customer Benefits

  • Protection against rock chips, road debris, scratches, and bug etching
  • Self-healing top layer — light scratches disappear with heat
  • UV-stable, non-yellowing clarity over the life of the film
  • Preserves OEM paint and resale value
  • Virtually invisible — protection without changing the look of your car

Expected Outcome

Invisible, long-term armor against the daily abuse of Florida roads — installed with the precision of a certified professional.

Professional detailer clay-barring a silver SUV door panel in a residential driveway

Auto Detailing

Top-to-bottom interior and exterior detailing — from daily refreshes to concours-level restoration. Hand-finished by Phil with 25+ Years of Experience.

Related: Interior Shampooing · Hand Car Wash · Ceramic Coating

  • Decontamination wash and clay bar
  • Interior shampoo and leather treatment
  • Engine bay and trim restoration

Our Process

  1. Walk-around inspection and customer consultation
  2. Pre-soak, hand wash, wheel and wheel-well detail
  3. Clay-bar decontamination on paint and glass
  4. Interior vacuum, shampoo, and steam where appropriate
  5. Leather cleaning and conditioning
  6. Glass cleaned inside and out, trim dressed
  7. Final inspection and walk-around with the customer

What's Included

  • Full exterior wash, decontamination, and dressing
  • Complete interior vacuum and surface cleaning
  • Leather conditioning and fabric treatment
  • Engine bay cleaning and dressing on request

Materials & Products

  • pH-balanced soaps
  • Leather cleaner and conditioner
  • Carpet extractor and steam
  • Microfiber-only drying

Customer Benefits

  • Healthier interior — less dust, allergens, and odor
  • Protected surfaces last longer
  • Higher resale value and a daily-driver that feels new

Expected Outcome

A vehicle that looks, smells, and feels like the day you drove it home.

Interior specialist spray-dyeing a black leather car seat to restore factory color

Interior Dyeing

Interior dyeing restores faded, sun-damaged, or worn leather, vinyl, and plastic to a factory-matched color — without the cost of reupholstering. After a deep clean and any needed repairs, we custom color-match against the OEM swatch and apply flexible dye in thin, even spray-applied layers, then seal with a protective topcoat. The result preserves your vehicle's original components and look while erasing years of wear.

Related: Interior Shampooing · Auto Detailing

  • Custom OEM color matching
  • Spray-applied, factory-like finish
  • Far cheaper than reupholstering

Our Process

  1. Cleaning, degreasing, and preparation of all interior surfaces
  2. Repair and restoration of cracks, scuffs, and worn areas where applicable
  3. Professional color matching against the OEM color swatch
  4. Spray-applied flexible dye in thin, even layers for a factory-like appearance
  5. Heat or air cure between coats for proper adhesion
  6. Protective topcoat sealer for abrasion and UV resistance
  7. Final inspection, reinstall, and customer walk-through

What's Included

  • Leather seats, steering wheels, and shift boots
  • Dashboards, door panels, armrests, and plastic trim
  • Carpet recoloring on request
  • Color-match consultation and aftercare guidance

Materials & Products

  • Flexible water-based leather and vinyl dyes
  • OEM color-matched pigments
  • Professional HVLP spray equipment
  • UV-stable protective sealers

Customer Benefits

  • Restores faded, worn, or sun-damaged interiors to factory appearance
  • Preserves original components — no need to reupholster
  • Far more affordable than seat replacement
  • UV-stable, flexible finish that moves with the material
  • Maintains the vehicle's original look and resale value

Expected Outcome

A factory-fresh interior look — restored, color-matched, and sealed for long-lasting wear.

Lambswool wash mitt soaping a white car door with two-bucket method bucket nearby

Hand Car Wash

Zero automated brushes — ever. Strict two-bucket method, pH-balanced soap, and microfiber-only drying to keep your finish swirl-free between full details.

Related: Ceramic Coating · Auto Detailing

  • Safe two-bucket method
  • Wheels, tires, and jambs included
  • Tire dressing finish

Our Process

  1. Pre-rinse to lift loose dirt
  2. Wheels, tires, and wheel wells cleaned first
  3. Foam pre-soak to soften contaminants
  4. Two-bucket hand wash with grit guards
  5. Door jambs wiped
  6. Soft microfiber or filtered-air drying
  7. Tire dressing and quick spray sealant

What's Included

  • Full hand wash
  • Wheels, tires, and jambs
  • Tire dressing
  • Quick spray sealant for added gloss

Materials & Products

  • pH-balanced ceramic-safe shampoo
  • Lambswool / microfiber wash media
  • Grit-guard buckets
  • Plush drying towels

Customer Benefits

  • No swirls or wash marring
  • Safe on ceramic-coated and freshly corrected paint
  • Maintains gloss between full details

Expected Outcome

A clean, glossy, swirl-free finish — the way a hand wash should look.

Hot-water carpet extractor wand deep-cleaning a car floor mat with visible clean stripe

Interior Shampooing

Deep-clean carpet, upholstery, headliner, and leather. We pull out the stains, smells, and ground-in dirt that other shops give up on — using hot-water extraction and pro-grade chemistry.

Related: Interior Dyeing · Auto Detailing

  • Hot-water extraction on carpet & seats
  • Leather cleaning and conditioning
  • Headliner and door-card detail

Our Process

  1. Full interior vacuum, including under seats and seat tracks
  2. Targeted stain pre-treatment
  3. Hot-water extraction on carpets and fabric seats
  4. Leather cleaned and conditioned
  5. Headliner spot-cleaned without saturating
  6. Door cards, vents, and crevices detailed
  7. Odor neutralization on request

What's Included

  • Vacuum and crevice cleaning
  • Carpet and seat extraction
  • Leather treatment
  • Door panels, dash, console, and headliner

Materials & Products

  • Hot-water carpet extractor
  • Fabric and leather cleaning chemistry
  • Soft brushes and microfiber
  • Steam where appropriate

Customer Benefits

  • Removes stains, odors, and embedded grime
  • Healthier cabin air and surfaces
  • Restores factory feel to seats and carpet

Expected Outcome

An interior that looks, smells, and feels brand new again.

Cordless orbital sander restoring a yellowed headlight lens — half cleared, half oxidized

Headlight Restoration

Restore clarity, brightness, and night-time safety to faded, yellowed headlights — plus a UV-protective topcoat so the result lasts, not just polishes off in a few weeks.

Related: Auto Detailing · Paint Correction

  • Multi-stage wet sanding and polishing
  • UV protective topcoat
  • Dramatic clarity improvement

Our Process

  1. Mask surrounding paint to protect the finish
  2. Multi-grit wet sanding to remove oxidation and yellowing
  3. Machine polishing to restore optical clarity
  4. Surface prep and panel wipe
  5. UV-protective sealant or coating applied and cured

What's Included

  • Both headlights
  • Wet sanding, polishing, and sealing
  • Masking and cleanup

Materials & Products

  • Wet/dry abrasives
  • Polishing compounds
  • UV-protective topcoat

Customer Benefits

  • Significantly brighter night-time visibility
  • Restored OEM appearance
  • Cheaper and faster than replacing the housings

Expected Outcome

Clear, bright, factory-look headlights — protected against UV so they stay that way.

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