The Paint Correction Experts.
We specialize in high end automotive detailing and paint correction services that have built our reputation and business model. We are truly passionate about vehicles, car care, and our relationship with all of our clients. We believe in educating our clients on every service we perform. We welcome any questions regarding anything from paint correction to Ceramic Pro coatings to Xpel clear bra installation. We want you to leave your vehicle in our hands knowing exactly what is being performed and why. There should be a peace of mind you feel with our company, or we haven’t done our job.
Polished Protection was one of the first Ceramic Pro Flagship locations in the country. We have paint corrected and ceramic coated over 4,000+ cars, and we are the #1 Ceramic Pro Installer in Los Angeles and Orange County California. Our founder, Nic Shangle, is considered an expert on paint correction and Ceramic Pro coatings. Opening his first detail business in 1999, he has been featured on television, newspaper, magazines and viral detail videos for his expertise. Our flagship store is prominently featured in numerous Ceramic Pro advertising videos. We have set the standard for paint correction and ceramic coating in our area while maintaining a budget friendly pricing structure. We always pride ourselves on quality and customer service and continue to maintain our five-star status on Yelp with 200+ reviews.
We look forward to showing you what has made us successful over the years. We would love to answer any questions or concerns you may have in deciding who to trust with your prized possession on wheels.
WHAT IS PAINT CORRECTION?
Paint Correction is the process of leveling/removing swirl marks and scratches in the top layer of your paint’s finish. Properly using a machine buffer/polisher to remove defects in the paint such as bird poop, swirl marks/wash scratches, light scratches, scuffs, sanding marks, and water spots. Paint correction must be done with proper lighting to see all defects in the paint and to determine whether or not they have been fully removed. When paint correction is performed properly, the paint's color, depth, metallic/pearl and over all gloss is drastically improved. Paint correction permanently removes defects from the paint's surface.
HOW IS THIS POSSIBLE?
We offer three different levels of paint correction (1-Step, 2-Step, and 3 Step) depending on the color, age, and condition of the paint. These three stages are differentiated based on the methods, products and time required to polish the vehicle properly.
Our 1-Step is meant only to enhance gloss and remove extremely light oxidation.
Our 2-Step is our most popular choice and is meant to remove light/moderate wash scratches, swirls and defects.
Our 3-Step is reserved for heavy oxidation, deeper random scratches and major defects in the paint.
WHY IS PAINT CORRECTION SO POPULAR NOW?
Paint correction has become so much more popular because of the recent ceramic coating movement in the last decade. Ceramic coatings are completely clear and do not have the ability to hide any defects in the paint like some waxes and sealants do. This is where paint correction is very different from a basic low priced detail. Waxes and sealants appear to make the vehicle look better when you pick it up, but after a few washes remove the fillers from your paint, you will see the same scratches that were supposed to be removed. This is where paint correction differs. Paint correction removes the scratches by slowly leveling the defect from the paint. No fillers are needed when properly performed by a highly trained professional.
WHERE DO SCRATCHES COME FROM?
It's hard to narrow down the reason for each vehicle. But, here are a few possible reasons:
Tree Sap
Bird Droppings
Sprinklers Over-spraying/Water spots
People brushing against the car with their clothing or bags
Poor Detailing techniques and/or products
Improper washing techniques/car washes
Road dirt
Brake dust
Tar
WHY POLISHED PROTECTION?
“I took my model 3 to get a 2 stage paint correction, gold ceramic coating, xpel clear bra and xpel window tint. They did an amazing job, the clear bra and tint were applied perfectly, no bubbles or wrinkles. My favorite thing by far was the great customer support. Mike and Felipe were my two point of contacts and they did a great job answering all my questions and sent me progress pictures/videos.”
Bell Gardens, CA
