Car Body Polishing in Espoo
Body polishing is an important stage of car maintenance that not only improves appearance but also extends the life of the paintwork. It helps remove minor scratches, wash marks, oxidation and other defects that accumulate over time.
At Volkkarihuolto car service in Espoo, we offer professional car body polishing. Our specialists use modern polishing compounds and techniques that safely remove defects without damaging the paintwork.
What does body polishing provide?
Body polishing is a comprehensive procedure that solves several important tasks:
- Removal of micro-damages: during operation, minor scratches appear on the body, often from automatic car washes, branches or sand. Polishing helps eliminate these defects.
- Restoration of shine: paint loses saturation due to UV radiation, precipitation and aggressive chemicals. Polishing restores color depth and reflective ability.
- Preparation for protective coatings: quality polishing is necessary before applying ceramic coating, liquid glass or wax, as it allows perfect surface leveling.
- Corrosion protection: removal of oxidation and restoration of the protective paint layer helps prevent corrosion development on the body.
- Increased car liquidity: well-maintained appearance is an important argument when selling a car. Polishing helps achieve presentable condition without repainting.
Main stages of polishing
Body washing and cleaning
The surface is thoroughly cleaned of dirt, dust, bitumen and insect marks. Active foam and specialized cleaners are used.
Clay treatment
Special polishing clay is used to remove embedded contaminants and prepare the surface for polishing.
Paintwork condition diagnosis
Inspection and measurement of paintwork thickness (with a thickness gauge) allows determining the depth of damage and the admissibility of abrasive treatment.
Polishing type selection
Different methods are applied depending on the surface condition: light finish polishing, medium polishing or abrasive restorative polishing.
Multi-stage polishing
Polishing compounds with different abrasiveness levels and corresponding hardness wheels are used. Work is carried out taking into account the paintwork type: soft, medium or hard.
Final treatment
After polishing, compound residues are removed, the surface is degreased and prepared for protection.
How often is polishing needed?
The frequency of polishing depends on operating conditions and paintwork type. On average, the recommended frequency is:
- Finish (light) polishing — once every 6–12 months
- Restorative polishing — as needed, no more than once every 1.5–2 years
- Before applying ceramic coating or when preparing the car for sale
- Quality polishing is safe for the body. When following technologies and using modern compounds, a minimal layer of lacquer is removed — from 2 to 5 microns.
- When polishing won't help: deep scratches to primer, lacquer swelling and cracks, areas with impaired adhesion.
