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Scratches gone, paint revived — a single-stage machine polish.

A professional single-stage machine polish removes light swirl marks, minor scratches and oxidation — restoring paint clarity and gloss without the cost of full correction. Iron decontamination, dual-action polisher, polymer sealant. From £120, at your door.

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"The swirl marks on my black BMW had been bothering me for years. One session — completely gone." — Robert M., London
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No deposit · pay after the service Free cancellation up to 24 hours Fixed price — no surprises on the day
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01 — The Service What's included

Swirls gone. Gloss restored. Sealed and protected.

A single-stage machine polish removes 40–60% of light paint defects — swirl marks from automated car washes, light scratches from poor washing technique, and surface oxidation that makes older paint look dull. The result is a significantly improved finish, sealed to last.

  • Iron & tar decontamination — removes bonded fallout before polishing
  • Two-bucket hand wash — paint cleaned before machine contact
  • Paint thickness check — ensures safe polishing depth
  • Single-stage machine polish — dual-action polisher, panel by panel
  • Removes: light swirls, minor scratches, oxidation, water spots
  • Polymer sealant — applied after polish to protect the finish
  • Glass, alloys & trim dressed and detailed
  • Deep scratches or stone chips — require bodywork repair
  • Multi-stage correction — see paint correction for heavy defects
  • Interior cleaning — add at booking
  • Ceramic coating — book separately after correction
Heavy swirling or deep marring? Our paint correction service uses a multi-stage process to remove 85–95% of defects.
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02 — The visit How it works

Decontaminate, measure, polish — done right.

Paint thickness is checked before we start — we never polish without knowing the available depth. Every panel is worked individually and inspected in direct light before moving on.

i

Decontamination & wash ~60 min

Iron and tar decontamination sprays applied and rinsed. Two-bucket hand wash to remove all surface contamination. The paint must be chemically clean before any polishing begins.

ii

Paint thickness check ~20 min

Every panel measured with a paint thickness gauge. We need to know how much clear coat is available so we can select the correct polish compound and ensure safe material removal.

iii

Single-stage machine polish ~120 min

Dual-action polisher with a medium-cut compound applied panel by panel. Each panel is inspected in direct lighting before the technician moves on. Light defects are removed, gloss is dramatically improved.

iv

Sealant, dress & inspect ~60 min

Polymer sealant applied over the polished surface to lock in the clarity and protect against light contamination. Glass polished, alloys dressed. Final inspection together.

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03 — Pricing By vehicle size

Fixed prices. No surprises on the day.

Pricing by vehicle size — larger vehicles have more surface area and take longer. Price confirmed at booking. Prestige vehicles quoted on inspection.

Tier 01

Small

Decontamination, single-stage polish, sealant
£120
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Tier 03

Large / SUV

Decontamination, single-stage polish, sealant
£170
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Tier 04

Prestige

Decontamination, single-stage polish, sealant
£200+
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Price-match promiseSee a like-for-like quote? We'll match it.
No depositPay after the service, by card or contactless.
Satisfaction promiseNot happy on walk-around? We re-do it on the spot.
04 — Proof What customers say

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The swirl marks on my black BMW had been bothering me for years. One machine polish session and they're completely gone — paint looks like it did new.
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Robert M.London · Machine Polish · Mar 2026
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Was sceptical it could make much difference to a 5-year-old car. I was completely wrong — the finish is absolutely stunning. Worth every penny.
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Lucy F.Oxford · Machine Polish · Feb 2026
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Done before selling my car. The buyer mentioned the paintwork as a reason for the purchase. The machine polish transformed a tired-looking car.
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Graham L.Bristol · Machine Polish · Apr 2026
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05 — FAQ Common questions

Everything we get asked before a first booking.

Can't find your answer? Call 0800 208 8885 — we usually pick up within an hour during opening hours.

What defects does a machine polish remove?
Light to medium swirl marks, fine scratches (those that catch a fingernail slightly), light water spots and surface oxidation. Deep scratches that penetrate below the clear coat, stone chips or panel damage require bodywork repair, not polishing.
Will polishing thin the clear coat?
Machine polishing removes a small amount of clear coat — this is how it works. We always check paint thickness first. A safe single-stage polish removes 1–3 microns. Modern paint has 40–80 microns of clear coat, so polishing a few times over the life of the car is perfectly safe when done correctly.
What's the difference between machine polish and paint correction?
Machine polish (single-stage) removes 40–60% of light defects. Paint correction uses a multi-stage process to remove 85–95% of defects — it takes a full day and is used for heavily swirled or marred paint.
Should I get ceramic coating after polishing?
Yes — polishing restores the surface; ceramic coating protects it long-term. Our ceramic coating service can be booked as a follow-up or combined in one visit.
Do I need to wash the car before you arrive?
No — our decontamination and wash process is part of the service. Arrive with the car in whatever condition it's in.
How long does the sealant last?
Polymer sealant lasts 3–6 months. For longer protection, add ceramic coating at the same visit.

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Iron decontamination, single-stage machine polish and polymer sealant — at your door. Same-week slots available. From £120, no deposit.

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