Bring Your Paint Back Into Focus

Premier Paint Correction Service For Drivers in Baltimore County

The Refresh Your Paint Needs

Remove Swirls, Haze, and Surface Wear the Right Way


Ever notice your paint looks dull in the sun, even after a fresh wash? That’s usually not dirt; it’s damage sitting in the clear coat. Swirl marks, light scratches, and haze build up over time from everyday driving, improper washing, and exposure to the elements.


Paint correction is how we fix it the right way. Instead of covering up imperfections, we refine the surface to improve how your paint reflects light. That’s what brings back the clarity, depth, and gloss your vehicle is supposed to have.


At Iconic, we approach every correction with a controlled process. We evaluate the condition of your paint, match it to the right level of correction, and focus on getting real, visible improvement without overworking the surface. The result is a finish that looks sharper, cleaner, and noticeably more refined from every angle.

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Our Paint Correction Packages

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1-Step


PRICE STARTS AT $400

Turnaround: 1 to 2 days

The 1-step correction is designed to noticeably improve your paint without getting too aggressive. It removes a good portion of swirl marks and light defects while boosting gloss and clarity. This is a solid option for daily drivers that need a refresh and want a cleaner, more refined finish without the time and cost of a multi-stage correction.

This Package Includes:

  • Level 1 exterior detail
  • Paint decontamination
  • 1 step (or stage) polishing
  • We aim for 50%+ defect removal

2-Step


PRICE STARTS AT $600

Turnaround: 1 to 2 days

Our 2-step correction takes things further by compounding and polishing the paint to remove a higher level of defects. This process delivers a sharper finish with improved depth and clarity, making it a great middle-ground option. Ideal for vehicles with moderate swirl marks, scratches, or dullness that need a more noticeable transformation.

This Package Includes:

  • Level 1 exterior detail
  • Level 2 exterior detail
  • Paint decontamination
  • 2 step (or stage) compound and polish
  • We aim for 75%+ defect removal
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3-Step


PRICE STARTS AT $800

Turnaround: 2-3 day turnaround

The 3-step correction is for vehicles that need the most attention or for owners who want the best possible result. This multi-stage process removes the majority of visible defects and refines the finish to a high level of clarity and gloss. It’s the right choice for heavily swirled paint or anyone looking for near-showroom results.

This Package Includes:

  • Level 1 exterior detail
  • Level 2 exterior detail
  • Paint decontamination
  • 3 step (or stage) cutting, polishing, and jeweling
  • We aim for 90%+ defect removal

Headlight restoration


Over time, headlights naturally become cloudy, yellowed, or dull due to UV exposure, oxidation, and everyday road wear. This not only affects how your vehicle looks—it also reduces nighttime visibility and overall driving safety.


Our Headlight Restoration service is designed to bring your headlights back to a clear, like-new condition. We remove oxidation and surface haze, restoring brightness and improving the way your headlights perform on the road.


The result is a cleaner, sharper appearance and significantly improved visibility when driving at night or in low-light conditions.

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Headlight restoration


Over time, headlights naturally become cloudy, yellowed, or dull due to UV exposure, oxidation, and everyday road wear. This not only affects how your vehicle looks—it also reduces nighttime visibility and overall driving safety.


Our Headlight Restoration service is designed to bring your headlights back to a clear, like-new condition. We remove oxidation and surface haze, restoring brightness and improving the way your headlights perform on the road.


The result is a cleaner, sharper appearance and significantly improved visibility when driving at night or in low-light conditions.

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Our Correction Process: How We Refine the Finish


  • 1. Inspect the Paint Under Proper Lighting

    We start by evaluating your vehicle under lighting that reveals swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation. This gives us a clear picture of what needs to be corrected and helps set realistic expectations for the final result.

  • 2. Deep Clean and Decontaminate the Surface

    Before we start any polishing, the paint needs to be properly cleaned. We remove dirt, iron deposits, and embedded contaminants so the surface is safe to work on and free from anything that could interfere with the correction process.

  • 3. Test a Section and Dial In the Approach

    Every paint system reacts differently. We perform a test spot to determine the right combination of pads, compounds, and techniques that will deliver the best result without removing more clear coat than necessary.

  • 4. Perform the Correction Process

    Depending on the package, we use one, two, or three stages of polishing. Lighter corrections focus on improving gloss and removing surface defects, while multi-step corrections go deeper to refine clarity and reduce more significant imperfections.

  • 5. Refine and Inspect the Finish

    Once the correction is complete, we wipe down the surface to remove any polishing oils and inspect the finish again. This ensures the results are consistent across the entire vehicle and that the clarity you see is real, not temporarily enhanced.

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