Technical term

Swirls

Swirls are circularly visible micro-scratches in clear coat. The AVP glossary explains the term through materials, application and practical limits.

Paint care & correction

What does Swirls mean?

Swirls are circularly visible micro-scratches in clear coat.

Related terms

Paint care & correction

Holograms are machine-induced polishing marks that appear under light as circular or curved reflections.

Washing methods & exterior care

Wash scratches result from unsuitable wash media, contaminated tools or excessive friction.

Paint care & correction

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