Two-stage paint
Two-stage paint consists of a colour base coat and a protective clear coat.
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Clear coat
Clear coat is the transparent protective layer above the base coat and the layer worked during polishing. The AVP glossary explains its application.
Paint care & correction
What does Clear coat mean?
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 is the targeted removal or reduction of defects through polishing.
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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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