Once the overspray is history, your paint might look a bit hazy or dull. That’s normal—the clear coat has been slightly “disturbed.” Enter a fine-cut polish or a finishing compound. Apply it with a circular motion using a foam applicator pad.
You don’t need a power buffer; your own elbow grease will do the trick for small areas. Think of it as giving your car a gentle facial exfoliation. After polishing, seal the deal with a wax or a ceramic spray coating. Your paint will look deeper and wetter than a summer lake.
Pro tip: Work in the shade. Direct sunlight will make polish dry like concrete, leaving micro-swirls that look like spider webs under a spotlight. Fun fact: Professional detailers call those “holograms,” and they’re the enemy of a perfect shine.
