Paint correction is a process that removes imperfections on a cars paint, such as swirl marks, scratches, and other blemishes on the vehicles clear coat. It is a more in-depth process than waxing or polishing, and it involves using specialized machines and polishing compounds to slowly remove microscopic layers of clear coat until the surface is smooth again. The process can be broken down into multiple stages based on the damage to the clear coating. Paint correction is typically done to prep a vehicle for a protective coating or film. The process involves using an electric polisher, a microfiber buffing pad, and a special cutting compound to cut into the vehicles clear coat until all scratches are removed. The process can be straightforward or very labor-intensive, depending on the car owners expectations. The purpose of paint correction is to remove imperfections in the paint and restore it to its original condition. Proper paint correction is not a fast or simple procedure to do correctly, and it takes a significant amount of time and skill to accomplish great results.