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  • Why Proper Paint Correction Takes Time (And Why It Matters)

    Why Proper Paint Correction Takes Time (And Why It Matters)

    This VF GTS required over 22 hours of paint correction to restore clarity and consistency, showing the difference between a quick polish and a properly executed finish.

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  • Why a โ€œWell Detailedโ€ Car Still Needs Paint Correction

    Why a โ€œWell Detailedโ€ Car Still Needs Paint Correction

    This is something we see regularly at AutoFX WA in Perth. A vehicle can look extremely clean and well presented, especially after a dealership detail or pre-sale preparation. But once inspected under proper lighting, the paint often tells a different story. Clean Does Not Mean Corrected We recently worked on vehicles including a Range Rover

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  • Mercedes C63 Paint Correction After PPF Removal โ€“ Oโ€™Connor Perth

    Mercedes C63 Paint Correction After PPF Removal โ€“ Oโ€™Connor Perth

    Mercedes C63 Paint Correction After PPF Removal at Our Oโ€™Connor Workshop This black Mercedes C63 came in after Luke had recently purchased the vehicle and wanted it brought back to a true โ€œlike newโ€ finish. The front end of the car had previously been protected with PPF, however over time the film had begun to

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  • Land Rover Paint Correction and Graphene Coating โ€“ Oโ€™Connor Perth

    Land Rover Paint Correction and Graphene Coating โ€“ Oโ€™Connor Perth

    Land Rover Paint Correction and Graphene Coating at Our Oโ€™Connor Workshop This Land Rover belongs to Mr Simon and is around 15 years old, but it has been extremely well looked after throughout its life. Despite being cared for, the paint had accumulated the usual wash marring and light defects that occur over time. This

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  • How Much Clear Coat Do Modern Cars Actually Have?

    How Much Clear Coat Do Modern Cars Actually Have?

    How Much Clear Coat Do Modern Cars Actually Have? One of the most misunderstood parts of detailing is how much clear coat actually exists on modern automotive paint. Many people assume that polishing can be done repeatedly without consequence, but the reality is that clear coat thickness is limited. Understanding this is important when discussing

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  • Why Ceramic Coated Cars Still Need Washing After Rain in Perth

    Why Ceramic Coated Cars Still Need Washing After Rain in Perth

    Why Ceramic Coated Cars Still Need Washing After Rain in Perth Ceramic coatings make washing easier, but they donโ€™t make your paint immune to chemistry. After rain, especially during the warmer months in Perth, mineral deposits can remain on the surface once the water evaporates. When those minerals dry on the paint, they can leave

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  • Why Proper Application Matters for Ceramic Coating in Perth | AutoFX WA

    Why Proper Application Matters for Ceramic Coating in Perth | AutoFX WA

    Why โ€œBest Ceramic Coatingโ€ Means Nothing Without Proper Application Preparation Determines Performance Before applying any ceramic coating, we assess the vehicle properly. That means: โ€ข Measuring paint thicknessโ€ข Checking how much clear coat we actually have to work withโ€ข Identifying previous correction workโ€ข Decontaminating the surface properlyโ€ข Refining defects safely Modern factory paint isnโ€™t thick.

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  • Beyond Perfection: Art of Polishing of a “Mint” Red VY Clubsport

    To the average eye, Steveโ€™s Red VY Clubsportโ€”his “second wife”โ€”was already a show-stopper. But at AutoFX WA, we don’t work to “average” standards. For a job where the budget is secondary to the result, we spent a full week chasing a level of optical clarity that most shops simply won’t attempt. The Correction Phase ($1,200):

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  • Why Proper Paint Preparation Matters Before Ceramic Coating

    Why Proper Paint Preparation Matters Before Ceramic Coating

    When people think about ceramic coating, they often focus on gloss, water beading, and long-term protection. What many donโ€™t realise is that the quality of the result depends heavily on what happens before the coating is applied. Ceramic coating is not a cover-up product. It does not hide defects, scratches, or swirl marks. In fact,

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  • Paint Protection Film (PPF) โ€“ City of Fremantle | AutoFX WA

    Paint Protection Film (PPF) โ€“ City of Fremantle | AutoFX WA

    AutoFX WA is based in Oโ€™Connor, within the City of Fremantle, providing professional paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coating, and paint correction services to Fremantle and surrounding suburbs. Suburbs list: Services: About us What is Paint Protection Film (PPF)? Paint Protection Film (PPF) is a durable, clear urethane film designed to protect your vehicleโ€™s paint

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