Is paint correction the same as buffing or waxing?
No. Waxing and sealants sit on top of the paint and don't remove defects - they can even fill and temporarily hide swirls. Correction is machine-abrad…
Should I get ceramic coating or PPF after correction?
Yes, strongly recommended. Correction removes defects but doesn't add protection - sealing the corrected paint under a ceramic coating or paint protec…
Does paint correction remove clear coat?
Yes, intentionally - a thin, controlled amount. That's why clear coat thickness is measured with a paint depth gauge before working, so the amount of …
Will paint correction remove all my scratches?
It removes swirls, holograms, oxidation, water spots and light-to-moderate scratches that sit within the clear coat. Deep scratches that have cut thro…
What's the difference between single-stage and multi-stage correction?
Single-stage is a polish-only pass best for light swirls on near-new paint, removing roughly 40-60% of defects. Multi-stage adds a cutting compound st…
How much does paint correction cost in Houston?
There's no fixed price - every quote is custom. Cost depends on paint condition, how severe the defects are, vehicle size, and whether single-stage or…
What exactly is paint correction?
A multi-step machine polishing process that removes microscopic defects - swirls, scratches, oxidation, water spots - from the clear coat to restore t…
Should I get restoration or full headlight replacement?
Under the haze the polycarbonate lens itself is usually fine - restoration brings it back to clarity for a fraction of what a new OEM assembly costs. …
Can hazy headlights fail a Texas inspection?
Yes - cloudy, yellowed lenses can fail a state inspection outright, which holds up vehicle registration until it's addressed.
Do DIY headlight kits or toothpaste actually work?
They can remove some surface haze temporarily, but most skip a real UV-resistant sealant. Without that sealed layer, the plastic has no protection and…
How long does restored clarity last?
A proper restoration with a full wet-sand, machine polish and UV-resistant sealant typically holds for 1-2+ years in Houston's sun, longer with garage…
How long does the service take?
Most pairs are done in about 90 minutes - masking, wet-sand through grits, machine polish, and a UV-resistant sealant coat.
How much does headlight restoration cost in Houston?
Restoration at Spec'd Studios starts from $150 per pair. Final pricing depends on the severity of oxidation and lens size and shape.
Is hazy headlights actually a safety issue?
Yes. Oxidized lenses block and scatter light, producing dimmer, less-focused beams and more glare for oncoming drivers, which reduces visibility and r…
Why do headlights turn yellow?
Headlight lenses are polycarbonate plastic with a factory UV-resistant clear coat. Sun exposure breaks that coat down over years, and the bare plastic…