Technical term

Polishing through

Polishing through means the clear coat has been removed completely and the base coat is exposed. It is serious paint damage and requires professional repair.

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What does Polishing through mean?

Polishing through means the clear coat has been removed completely and the base coat is exposed. It is serious paint damage and requires professional repair.

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Clear coat

Clear coat is the transparent protective layer above the base coat and the layer worked during polishing.

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Paint defect

Paint defects include scratches, swirls, holograms and oxidation.

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Paint correction

Paint correction is the targeted removal or reduction of defects through polishing.

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