Swirls
Swirls are circularly visible micro-scratches in clear coat.
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Paint defect
Paint defects include scratches, swirls, holograms and oxidation. The AVP glossary explains the term through materials, application and practical limits.
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What does Paint defect mean?
Paint defects include scratches, swirls, holograms and oxidation.
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Holograms
Holograms are machine-induced polishing marks that appear under light as circular or curved reflections.
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Oxidation describes a surface becoming dull or changing through UV exposure and chemical influences.
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Paint correction is the targeted removal or reduction of defects through polishing.
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