Single Stage Machine Polish
FROM
£399
DURATION
8-10h
Your car’s paintwork has lost its shine or is covered in swirl marks and light scratches? MW AutoCare’s Single Stage Machine Polish is a solution to this. A single stage polish starts from £399 and takes between eight and ten hours, this service contains a full exterior deep clean and decontamination with a machine polish that removes 60 to 80 percent of swirl marks and surface imperfections, a one-year ceramic coating is applied for lasting protection and gloss.
60-80%
Swirl Removal
8-10h
Duration
1yr
Ceramic Coating
£399
Starting From
What Is a Single Stage Machine Polish?
A machine polish uses a polisher with a cutting compound to remove a microscopic layer of clear coat from the paintwork surface. This process levels out the surface, removing the swirl marks, fine scratches and oxidation that can cause paintwork to look dull and hazy rather than deep and reflective.
A single stage machine polish uses one cutting and polishing stage to achieve this correction. It is the recommended treatment for vehicles with light to moderate paint defects where the goal is a significant improvement in gloss and clarity rather than a perfect show car finish. For vehicles with deeper scratches and more severe defects, MW AutoCare’s Multi Stage Machine Polish delivers a more complete correction.
What is Included?
FULL EXTERIOR DEEP CLEAN AND DECONTAMINATION
The paintwork must be completely clean and free of contamination before any machine polishing begins. Any dirt, grit or bonded contamination left on the surface during polishing would cause additional scratches rather than removing them.
MW AutoCare begins with a thorough pre-wash and full safe wash process to remove loose surface dirt. This is then followed by a decontamination stage that removes bonded contaminants including iron fallout from brake dust and road tar. The paintwork is then clay barred to make sure the surface is completely clean and smooth before any machine contact.
This preparation stage is the foundation that determines the quality of the result. MW AutoCare’s approach to preparation is one of the things that sets the standard of the Single Stage Machine Polish apart.
GLOSS ENHANCEMENT MACHINE POLISH
When the paintwork is fully prepared, the single stage machine polish is carried out across all painted panels. MW AutoCare uses professional dual action (DA) and rotary polishing machines with appropriate cutting and finishing compounds selected for the specific paint type and condition of the vehicle.
The single stage polish removes 60 to 80 percent of swirl marks, fine scratches and surface oxidation from the paintwork. The precise level of correction achieved depends on the age of the vehicle, the condition of the paint and the type of paint. Softer paints correct more easily and to a higher degree. Harder paints require more work and may achieve correction toward the lower end of the range.
Swirl marks that catch the light and give the paint a spiderweb looking appearance in sunlight are dramatically reduced after a polish. The overall gloss and clarity of the finish is also enhanced. The result is paintwork that looks visibly cleaner, deeper and more reflective than before the polish.
FULL ENGINE BAY CLEAN
The Single Stage Machine Polish includes an engine bay clean. A clean engine bay shows the overall standard of care the vehicle has received and makes it a lot easier to identify any mechanical issues that might be hidden beneath a layer of grime and oil residue if not cleaned.
MW AutoCare cleans the engine bay carefully and use appropriate products and techniques that clean thoroughly without risking damage to electrical components or rubber seals.
ONE YEAR CERAMIC COATING
When the machine polish is complete, we apply a one-year ceramic coating across the paintwork, glass and the wheels. This is a professional-grade liquid polymer coating that bonds chemically to the painted surface to create a durable, hydrophobic layer which protects the paint.
The ceramic coating provides several significant benefits over a wax or spray sealant. It is considerably more durable, lasting a full year rather than just weeks. It is also harder and more resistant to light scratches and environmental contaminants. And it enhances the gloss of the freshly polished paintwork, making the finish look deeper and more reflective immediately after application.
The hydrophobic properties of the ceramic coating cause water to bead and roll off the surface rather than sheeting across it, which makes the vehicle significantly easier to maintain between professional cleans and reducing the risk of water spots forming on the paintwork.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
The Single Stage Machine Polish takes between eight and ten hours to complete. This time investment reflects the in depth prep, careful machine polishing and ceramic coating application that the service involves. Rushing any stage of a machine polish can bring the quality of the finished result down. MW AutoCare takes the time necessary to deliver the service at an incredibly high standard.
WHO IS THIS SERVICE FOR?
The Single Stage Machine Polish is ideal for vehicle owners whose paintwork has developed swirl marks and light scratches from regular washing and general use, who want a significant improvement in the appearance of their paintwork without the investment of a multistage correction.
It’s also well suited to older vehicles being prepared for sale where improving the paintwork appearance can help increase the vehicle’s perceived value and attract more interest from potential buyers.
Why Choose MW AutoCare for a Machine Polish in Norfolk?
Machine polishing is one of the higher end detailing services that requires a lot of skill. Incorrect technique, wrong products or too much pressure can cause permanent damage to paintwork that is difficult and expensive to correct. MW AutoCare’s machine polishing work is carried out with the knowledge, equipment and care that the process demands to ensure a faultless result.
Every Single Stage Machine Polish is carried out to a consistently high standard using professional grade equipment and compounds. The results are evident in our Google reviews from customers across Norfolk who have experienced the difference a professional machine polish makes.
MW AutoCare serves customers across Norfolk including Wymondham, Norwich, Dereham, Attleborough and surrounding areas with mobile detailing that comes to your location.
Upgrade Your Protection
Included as standard
1 Year Ceramic Coating
Applied to paintwork, glass and wheels
Included
Optional upgrade
7 Year Ceramic Coating
Maximum durability for years to come
+£150
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Single Stage Machine Polish cost?
The Single Stage Machine Polish starts from £399. The final price may vary depending on the size and condition of the vehicle.
How long does the Single Stage Machine Polish take?
Between eight and ten hours depending on the vehicle.
How many swirl marks will be removed?
The Single Stage Machine Polish removes 60 to 80 percent of swirl marks and surface scratches depending on the vehicle’s paint type, age and condition.
What is the difference between a single stage and multistage machine polish?
A single stage polish uses one cutting and polishing stage to remove light to moderate imperfections. MW AutoCare’s Multistage Machine Polish uses multiple stages of increasingly finer compounds to result in a higher level of correction, removing deeper scratches for a more refined finish.
Is a ceramic coating included?
Yes. The Single Stage Machine Polish includes a one-year ceramic coating applied to the paintwork, glass and wheels as standard.
Does MW AutoCare come to my location?
Yes. MW AutoCare is a mobile detailing service covering Norfolk including Wymondham, Norwich, Dereham, Attleborough and surrounding areas.
How long will the ceramic coating last?
The included one-year ceramic coating provides durable protection for twelve months. MW AutoCare also offers an upgrade to a premium seven-year ceramic coating for an additional £150.