Machine Polishing in Colchester & North Essex
Machine polishing uses a machine polisher, the right pads and compounds to remove swirl marks and light defects and bring back gloss that hand polishing cannot reach. Single-stage polishing from £95, two-stage from £150.
We work with professional-grade products, the same ceramic coatings, machine polishes and detailing chemicals used by top-level studios. The difference with Mint Detail is that the studio comes to you.
From £95. Prices vary by vehicle size and condition — contact us for a free quote for your car.
Signs you need machine polishing
- Swirl marks and holograms in sunlight
- Dull paint that hand polish has not revived
- Light scratches and wash marring
- Oxidation and haze on older paint
- A car being prepared for coating or sale
How the work runs
- Wash and decontamination. Paint is washed, decontaminated and clayed so polishing works on a clean surface.
- Single-stage polish. One-pass machine polishing removes light swirl marks and oxidation and enhances gloss significantly.
- Two-stage polish where needed. Compound and refinement stages dramatically enhance clarity and deep gloss.
- Inspection and protection. The finish is inspected and protected with a sealant, wax or coating.
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Areas we cover
We offer machine polishing across all of our coverage areas. Choose your area below. Every job is fully mobile, fully insured, and checked before we leave.
Guide: machine polishing explained
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between single and two-stage polishing?
Single-stage machine polishing is one pass that removes light swirl marks and oxidation and enhances gloss significantly. Two-stage polishing adds a compounding stage before refinement, for dramatically enhanced clarity and deep gloss on more defected paint.
How much does machine polishing cost?
Single-stage machine polishing is from £95 and two-stage from £150. Prices vary by vehicle size and paint condition, so contact us for a free quote.
Will machine polishing damage my paint?
Done properly, no. Paint is assessed first and the approach is matched to the paint. Polishing removes a very small amount of clear coat, which is why it is done in measured stages and checked as work progresses.
Is machine polishing the same as paint correction?
Machine polishing is the tool paint correction uses. Paint correction is the full staged process of assessing, correcting and refining the paint, while a single-stage polish is a lighter version of the same idea.
What is the difference between single and two-stage polishing?
Single-stage machine polishing is one pass that removes light swirl marks and oxidation and enhances gloss significantly. Two-stage polishing adds a compounding stage before refinement, for dramatically enhanced clarity and deep gloss on more defected paint.
How much does machine polishing cost?
Single-stage machine polishing is from £95 and two-stage from £150. Prices vary by vehicle size and paint condition, so contact us for a free quote.
Machine Polishing — book now
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