Paint Correction Step by Step (Works on Any Car)
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Welcome to Handy Ginger — where fixing things is simple, practical, and a little bit fun. In this video, I’ll show you how to do paint correction to remove swirl marks, light scratches, scuffs, and paint transfer and restore shine. 🚗 Paint Correction Step-by-Step (Works on Most Vehicles!) I’m working on a 2016 Mazda6, but this process applies to virtually any car, truck, or SUV. If your paint looks hazy, scratched, or tired, this guide will help you improve it safely at home. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video shows paint correction techniques for surface-level scratches and moderate damage. Deep scratches that go fully through the paint may not be completely repairable without professional repainting. Always test in an inconspicuous area first. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 – Paint Scratches Overview & What We’re Fixing 0:18 – Types of Damage (Scratches, Scuffs, Road Rash, Door Dings) 1:21 – Biggest Damage Area & Game Plan 3:37 – Tools & Products You’ll Need 5:09 – Finding Your Paint Code 6:02 – Removing Paint Transfer (Acetone Method) 7:25 – Wet Sanding Basics (1200 Grit) 8:24 – Touch-Up Paint Application (First Coats) 9:25 – Additional Damage Areas & Prep 10:26 – Building Paint Layers 11:56 – Applying Clear Coat 12:56 – More Paint Transfer Removal 14:28 – Filling Scratches with Clear Coat 17:03 – Door Ding Repair Process 18:50 – 24-Hour Cure & Prep for Sanding 18:55 – Leveling Clear Coat (1200 / 2000 / 3000 Grit) 22:36 – Re-Touching Missed Spots 23:37 – Door Ding Final Sanding 25:45 – Compounding (Cutting Stage) 29:54 – Polishing Stage 31:42 – Final Results & Limitations 33:33 – Before & After Walkthrough 36:14 – Final Thoughts & Recommendations 🛠️ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ✅ What paint correction is (and what it can’t fix) ✅ How to remove paint transfer safely ✅ Wet sanding basics (1200/2000/3000 grit) ✅ Touch-up paint + clear coat technique ✅ Compounding and polishing with a DA polisher ✅ Tips to avoid common mistakes and damage 🔧 TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO (Affiliate Links) Assorted Auto Sandpaper: https://amzn.to/49gXj7e 3000 Grit Sandpaper: https://amzn.to/3Z4Cohx Foam Sanding Block: https://amzn.to/4aOGMsg Paint Pen (Mazda 41V / Soul Red): https://amzn.to/4sAIJ1N Dupli-Color Clear Coat Pen: https://amzn.to/4jvYsLw Meguiar's Ultra Cut Compond: https://amzn.to/4aTpKt8 Meguiar's Finishing Polish: https://amzn.to/4jzwheJ Working Light: https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-Automotive-280-Lumen-LED-Articulating-Work-Light/1003096220 DA Polisher (Harbor Freight): https://www.harborfreight.com/57-amp-6-in-8-mm-short-throw-random-orbit-da-polishersander-64528.html 👍 If this video helps, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment with what you’re working on — I read them all. ➡️ Next video to watch: Ceramic Coating: https://youtu.be/1MfyZiIxuhM?si=wvjw2CSP8-SDDnE6 👋 Thanks for watching another Handy Ginger DIY! “If you’re going to do something, you might as well video it.” My goal is to make fixing things simple and doable for anyone — from car maintenance to home repair. 📺 Subscribe here: youtube.com/@handy.ginger #HandyGinger #PaintCorrection #CarDetailing #DIYDetailing #RemoveSwirlMarks #ScratchRepair