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Ericraft Bodyshop, Smallfield
Car polishing and detailing in Smallfield, near Horley
Stage 2 machine polishing brings dull, swirled paint back to a deep gloss.
Stage 2 polishing is a two-stage machine polish that removes swirl marks, light scratches and surface oxidation from the paint. Send us a photo and we will tell you if polishing will do it.
Over time paint loses its shine. Automatic car washes leave fine swirl marks, and sun and weather dull the surface.
Stage 2 polishing is a two-stage machine polish. A cutting stage removes moderate swirl marks, light scratches and surface oxidation. A finishing stage brings the gloss and clarity back.
It is the right job for paint that needs more than a quick detail, but not a repaint. It cannot fix deep scratches that have gone through the lacquer. For those, see scratch and scuff repair.
We also polish after repairs and resprays, so the new paint sits flush with the old. Our guide to looking after new paint covers care afterwards.
Who this suits
Owners of cars with tired, hazy or swirled paint, and anyone getting a car ready to sell.
How it works
- PhotosSend photos of the paint in daylight, so we can see the swirls and scratches.
- We tell you what polish can doWe tell you what we think will come out and what will not, and give you a price.
- Machine polishA cutting stage, then a finishing stage.
- CollectYou get the car back with the gloss restored.
What it costs
We do not publish a price list, because every car and every dent is different. Send us photos on WhatsApp and we will give you a price. It is free, there is no obligation and no pressure.
Questions people ask
What is Stage 2 polishing?
A two-stage machine polish. The first stage removes swirl marks, light scratches and oxidation. The second brings back gloss and clarity.
Will polishing remove every scratch?
No. It removes light scratches in the lacquer. Deeper ones need paint.
Can you polish after a repair?
Yes. We polish repaired and resprayed areas so they match.
Do I need to polish before selling?
It can help a car look its best. See getting your car ready to sell.
Is detailing the same as polishing?
Polishing works on the paint itself. Detailing is the wider clean and finish. Ask us what your car needs.
Get a quote with photos
Fill in a short form and add up to four photos. We will give you a price. It is free and there is no pressure.
Read before you book
Plain answers to the questions we hear most.
How do you look after new paint on your car?
Treat new paint gently.
Read the answerWhich cosmetic repairs are worth doing before you sell your car?
It depends on the car.
Read the answer
Do I need a respray, or just a repair?
Most damage does not need a full respray.
Read the answerWe work in these areas
Send us a photo and get a price
Take two or three photos of the damage and send them to us on WhatsApp. We will tell you what it needs and what it costs. It is free and there is no pressure.