What's the difference between one-step and multi-stage paint correction?

One-step uses a single combined cutting/polishing pass for light defects. Multi-stage adds a separate compounding stage for deeper scratches and heavy oxidation, followed by polishing, and takes significantly longer.

How do I know if my car needs a one-step or multi-stage correction?

View the paint under bright angled light. Light swirls barely visible in normal light usually need one-step. Deeper scratches visible in normal light or hazy/dull panels usually need multi-stage.

How much does paint correction cost?

One-step typically runs $150-$350; multi-stage typically runs $400-$1,000+ depending on vehicle size and defect severity.

Paint Correction 101: One-Step vs. Multi-Stage Polishing

Not every vehicle needs the same level of paint correction. Here's how to tell the difference between a one-step polish and a full multi-stage correction.