The Car Bath

Paint correction in Cape Town. The swirls come out.

Paint correction is machine polishing that removes swirl marks and light scratches from a car’s paint, so it reflects cleanly again. The Car Bath quotes it after seeing the car, because the work depends on its size and condition.

Glossy bonnet of a white Golf GTI reflecting the sky

Press the polisher. Bring the paint back.

Press and drag across the bonnet.

The dull finish and swirl marks are added, so you can see what a polish removes. The bakkie is one we washed.

Bonnet and headlight of a glossy blue bakkie

Correction or polish?

  • Paint correction Quoted per car. The aim is to take swirl marks and light scratches out of the paint.
  • Executive Detail polish Included in the R2000 detail. It is for shine only and doesn’t add paint protection.
  • Not sure? Send us a photo of the paint in direct sun, where swirl marks show most, and we’ll tell you which you need.

How to get a quote.

  1. Send photos WhatsApp us the car’s make and model and photos of the paint.
  2. We look at it We check the condition of the paint with you before quoting.
  3. Choose the place At your home or office, or by appointment at our bay in Frere Estate.

Paint correction questions.

Do you do paint correction?

Yes. Paint correction uses machine polishing to remove swirl marks and light scratches from the paint. We quote it after seeing the car, because the price depends on its size and condition.

What causes swirl marks?

Swirl marks are fine scratches in a car’s clear coat, most often caused by poor washing and drying technique. They show as circular webs around a point of light, especially in direct sun.

Is paint correction the same as a polish?

No. Paint correction aims to remove defects such as swirl marks and light scratches. A shine polish, like the one in our Executive Detail, improves gloss and adds no paint protection.

Do you offer ceramic coating?

No, we do not offer ceramic coating at the moment. Our Executive Detail polish is for shine only and does not add paint protection.

Are you insured?

Yes. The Car Bath carries public liability insurance.

Can I bring my car to you instead?

Yes, by appointment. You can drop your car at our bay at 27 Honeyside Rd W, Frere Estate, Cape Town. Book first, because we do not take walk-ins.

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