A GUIDE TO RESTORING CAR PAINT- (paint decontamination, paint correction & paint protection)

[@JR-wt5ct]

The fact this man isn't selling us on a product but on skill, that's so satisfying!

[@Retrobrownpaperbag]

truest comment I've read ,spot on

[@visionsoflightwiliams86]

@John Lawson how long was the entire process on your truck?

[@AndreaStevens2012]

I totally agree! It is so refreshing to not have prosucts shoved down my throat...

[@Intabih]

You know what's satisfying? Watching the water bead up towards the end.

[@gottahavegoalsset]

Very amazing!

[@Michael-fl2hf]

"Let's focus on technique, rather than brands of products used" FINALLY! Excellent video. Thank you for all of your details added in the captions. Excellent results.

[@cameltoast]

I feel like that's all detailing videos, "BUY ALL THESE PRODUCTS!"

[@nicoleibundgut534]

Yes. I have used really expensiv swiss vax products and it did not look perfect at the end. Better use some of the cheaper stuff till you know how to deal with it.

[@sengbunnarith1833]

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[@joekannoo]

I don't subscribe, but after watching tens of videos over detailing, I did after hearing that 1 line.

[@travoltata1]

X free w we are

[@azndrgnboi34]

This video was so satisfying! Makes me want to polish my car at 3 in the morning!!!

[@arturobel1992]

I've gotten up that early to beat the sun 😏😁

[@cccmovers6837]

🤣🤣🤣 for real

[@cimism610]

Im up at 3 in the morning

[@Hallowsaw]

Not gonna lie, i have done it at 5am before

[@aveirozinou2919]

Lol same here its 3 am and i wanna go do it just right now 😂

[@harrydijkstra9936]

My passion for detailing and polishing started with this video 3 years ago. Now i'm at a professional level with both rotary and DA polishing and ceramic coatings.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

So fantastic to hear that mate, well done!

[@slaverescuehound3440]

I’m trying to figure if the paint on my 1986 Benz is salvageable

[@CristianDiaz-tg1pj]

That’s amazing that you came back to tell the tale. Thanks for that and keep it up!

[@SosaSoReal]

Any tips how to get started really want to get into the car painting / detailing industry but never pulled the trigger

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

@SosaSoReal kzbin.info/www/bejne/goDYfHafndlnhMUsi=1DeIHimodZvngqyr

[@Franko.Details]

3 years running this is still the absolute best polishing tutorial video on youtube

[@mygt8a4re]

Facts! I come back here and watch this video after a bad day at work, lol. I've watched it a dozen times or more. So freakishly satisfying! 🍻

[@markcampbell3147]

This has to be one of the most clear and easy to follow detailing videos I've seen on KZbin and I've seen a lot. I'd say one of the best.

[@tredfxman]

Exactly what i was thinking! Superb Crash Course in Polishing!

[@ryugo7713]

Mark Campbell agreed.

[@gertholtzhausen6926]

I agree. Even saved it for future reference. I wish this guy could do my car.

[@wjthehomebuilder]

Definitely the right side was the MOST clear! But seriously, a good presentation!

[@jaysaavedra6035]

I feel like a pro after watching this great video guys

[@verdatum]

I've watched a few hundred hours of car-detailing vids at this point and this has been one of the best I've seen yet. The swirl scratches on this panel were absolutely brutal. I can't even imagine what was done to it to reach that state.

[@jesshadfield3566]

Teen driver - ramms into shopping carts at Walmart, rubbing up against other parked cars as well as the curb when they forget to adjust their seat or mirrors, parked under a birds nest right after it ate and expected nothing to happen, lead footed the pedal and backed the quarter panel into a tree ("it'll buff right out".) Forgot to put the parking brake on when they got out, turned left on red while stopped next to a dump truck, parked next to a beat up old family car full of mushy under developed brained children, attempting to race on a tight road and forgets about the sloppy steering, spills gasoline on rear of car when they take the nozzle out, left fuel filler cap dangling out over the side of the car, once the floor was full of moldy greasy French fries, started smushing them into the outside of the car instead, parked on the corner of a salted street right after a snow storm, attempted to fit an excessively large cargo in the trunk and still ramms it up against the vehicle even though it wouldn't fit, gets out of car in a tight space and scratches vehicle with purse of denim jeans.

[@jesshadfield3566]

If I missed anything, I'll leave your imagination to figure out the rest

[@OnasaD]

@@jesshadfield3566 Automatic Car Wash.

[@aciawin9861]

@@jesshadfield3566 oh the power of hindsight.

[@siebevanveen548]

@@jesshadfield3566 this is just evill

[@davidrenwick4172]

Very informative video,75yrs old,and I'm still learning,thank you 👍👍,keep them coming.

[@prismatic9804]

The cost of polishes and details is making a lot more sense now...

[@bassaw1]

I was a facilitator and presenter of many programs and learning courses including public speaking before retirement. This video is more like a major epic production with outstanding clarity and accuracy. It truly is a credit to you and most of all, a very helpful platform for the novice detailer. Thank you for your time and effort it is most appreciated.

[@GuriqbalSinghGarcha]

Sandro your time and your input to explain car detailing is next level, it's like attending a university class. You are super awesome in your profession and always enjoy your content. Keep growing. Love from Adelaide

[@omarfarouq9359]

He is totally right, I loved your attention to how you present all this. GREAT!!

[@mladencic]

Left side: HD ready Right side: 8K

[@miketheplumber448]

Uuggghhhh you kinda got that dackwards

[@tredfxman]

Left side 144i 😄 (interlaced instead of Progressive)

[@theunknownguy265]

😂

[@tajdidajman4889]

Lcd vs oled

[@richieforthewin1422]

Thank you!! I’m very young and just starting in the detailing business but so far I’ve only been able to offer interior detailing because I felt as if I needed to understand paint better, and just didn’t feel comfortable with the other videos I’ve watched. This video has been the best overall by far and it gave me the idea to go to the junkyard and getting some panels to practice on (I don’t know how I didn’t think of this sooner) so I can get some actual experience before trying and possibly ruining my cars paint or worse a customers.

[@Jaker788]

Nah man. The best car to learn on is someone else's like a paying customer haha. Jk

[@adnandmusollari3479]

Same here 👋

[@every_thing_wood1251]

Hey hows it goin now? I'm just starting out as well

[@NectarinoMo]

Update...

[@steverabbits]

That's lovely. I've been detailing for a few years now and must have watched at least 500 videos, it's so refreshing to watch one that is honest, accurate, straightforward and a joy to watch. This is one I will return to before every correction I do just to make sure I stay on track - well done mate 👍👍

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Really great to hear that mate, thanks!

[@RussellMcCollom]

Same as the guy below, I have watched hundreds of detailing videos and this is the BEST. Right to the point and well explained.

[@martinroper7360]

I kept thinking wow, this is perfect, it can’t get any better. And then again and again I was wrong and it got even better every time. A true masterpiece !

[@KingHalbatorix]

19:30 is a really cool shot, it demonstrates how water beads up and runs off on a very smooth surface but on the scratched up side it sticks

[@Dawood4]

That also has to do somewhat with the polishing oils act as a sort of wax, unless I missed him do a panel wipe.

[@mirekmtl]

I’d like to add simply that after all my slow researching over months…this video has simplified so perfectly all that overload of information scrambling around my mind. Rarely have I seen anything as to the point, clear and concise for the newbie like myself. Tremendous Thank you!😊🚗😊

[@nickacelvn]

Possibly the best most to-the-point, clear and concise guide to restoring car paint on KZbin. That's worth a Sub, a like and a comment.

[@Nektopoulo]

One of the best, if not the best video on YT for bringing paint back from the dead.

[@guiguigodro]

I find that when someone explains the reasoning, instead of just telling us the answer, is the best teaching method. I love how you explain that there are many levels of compounds to choose from. Good video👍🏻

[@matthewbuckland8256]

Just goes to show that prep is everything. Love the fact that for once you can actually see the difference between a proper decontamination and just a wash. Sweet job well done 👍

[@pontuslaurell8178]

Finally a pro! im so sick of people who claim they are experts but dont know the basics.. Great job! i will use this video as a guide in the future when iam polishing up my car.

[@kushlandtooclean1539]

Now back to some real detailing back to a real teacher. Thank you Brother from another mother. Have learned a lot. Best tips I’ve seen on KZbin.

[@stratosphere1]

It’s 2024 and your video is as relevant today as it was 5 years ago. I appreciate the information, Very well done. I edited my comment to mention , you have a new subscriber! 👍

[@jamiepersona]

Car detailers on KZbin take notes this is how to make a presentation resonate with viewers!! Great job 👍

[@MrFryfish]

I can nominate few rubbish one with big self..

[@TomHarrisonJr]

Beginning to understand the "why" of this stuff, not just the "what" and "how". Really helpful and well presented video!

[@thomaslawrence4400]

Thanks for this video, Im 17 and started my mobile detailing business in January im looking to expand into paint corrections at some point and this was very helpful. Much Appreciated!

[@cisco40ty]

You know what they say. You get what you pay for! This level of quality and expertise is worth paying for!! The time and money you spend on DYI, sometimes you don't even brake even. At time it's "BEST" to leave it to the pros!!

[@erikgrubb985]

I agree with many of the other comments. This is by far the best video I've seen in detailing and restoring the paint on your vehicle.

[@baljeetd]

The single best guide to quickly, clearly and comprehensively learning the start to end process of maintaining car paint. Fantastic. 10/10. Thank you so much Sandro!

[@lafanter]

Best video on youtube, to the point, no lectures or personal stories. Great job!!! SUBSCRIBED

[@montecrlo76]

I must have seen every detailer KZbinr out there. But you sir, are my absolute favorite! You are extremely "detailed" in your verbiage and videography is spot! Extremely well spoken! Thank you

[@Bisstube]

This is the type of video that gives you confidence that you can do it. Thumbs up for this one!

[@matthagge4792]

Without a doubt the best paint restoring video I've seen on YT.

[@bmwman4756]

Only video where guy explained what technique and what polisher speed to use with certain compound.

[@realone86]

By far the best detailing video on KZbin. Period! The dislikes are just haters ✌️

[@sauliusagintas]

Watched your video and saved to car detailing file. Noticed that in my car detailing file was few other videos. So checked and no surprise other 2 videos was yours. You are good teacher. Thanks

[@crashburn3292]

I've watched SO many of these kinds of videos and this one is by far my favorite. At first, I thought this was going to be another product commercial disguised as a how-to video, made to sell as much product as possible. You did use a lot of product, but you clearly explained the purpose of each one, and more importantly, showed the results until you got the right combination. Then you explain why it was the combination and backed it up with clear results. - I don't mind spending money on product as long as I know exactly why I'm buying it and how to use it. Thanks!

[@Rockabilly78704]

Wow, fantastic. I love to see people that don't take shortcuts...people that use knowledge and skill to get a job done. Kudos my friend.

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

PROCESS instead of products!! Thank you so much. BEST tutorial on YT!!

[@SuprDave45]

Can't for the life of me understand the thumbs down. Informative, laid back and very well planned out. Thank you for the education!

[@rioc3834]

I’m going to start my own detailing business and paint correction was the only thing I was unsure on how to do. This video was extremely helpful and resourceful in showing the steps on how it’s done, I will be practising from now on thank you!

[@UNPOCOLOCO444]

How's the detailing business going?

[@rioc3834]

@@UNPOCOLOCO444 hey! Going great thanks 🙏🏻

[@UNPOCOLOCO444]

@rioc3834 that's good to hear! Got any tips?

[@therJrep]

@@rioc3834what kind of money

[@brendandunbar698]

Great videos, thank you for taking the mistory out of detailing . It's so satisfying to watch a professional tradesman achieve professional results. Especially a straight talking man with no bull , well done and thank you again .

[@andrewnelson4368]

I own a black Audi A4 (B5) in a harsh environment (hot, dry and dusty) and it always looks a mess. Videos like this inspire me that a higher standard of paint finish with protection is the answer.

[@boatboattmmrp9950]

I’ve heard tutorials from dozens of detailers, and you’ve nailed it.

[@steveottavaino3804]

Every professional detail shop should have this video available to potential clients, it defines exactly what a customer is paying for and why with concrete evidence of that time and results. Well done. Cheers.

[@fredsantos8015]

This is exactly show what needs to be done, with great results on a faded panel. Thanks bro

[@ColdComrade]

We all watch videos like this. It’s like we’re downloading the knowledge into our brains so we can gain these skills. I will definitely be polishing some cars thank you.

[@jay2one]

Great tutorial vid, what's even more impressive is when scrolling through all comments , you have liked almost every single one of them 👏

[@louisscutti8497]

As mentioned, you’re ability to TELL and SHOW your/the methods, is AWESOME. Makes learning something new SO much easier. Well done, and thank you!

[@DaRyteJuan]

I *really* like the pacing of the voice over and the interludes of the music with the demo. Too many KZbinrs just machine-gun you to death with jump-cuts and non-stop monologue.

[@skanassa]

Just superb. From the work performed on the panel to the video's production. My favorite aspect was your emphasis on technique over product. Thanks for making this!

[@nomadsteve5297]

WOW ! Unbelievable, you sir have made by far the best video I have ever seen in many years of watching KZbin videos on detailing

[@supercellchasersllc]

Wow, just wow! This is by far the most impressive skill video I've seen in paint correction and decontamination. Great job!!

[@janne4330]

Best and most informative basic polishing video ive ever seen!

[@c6z061]

Janne while this might be a basic polishing video, the products he showcased could probably take care of 95% of cars out there. Sandro’s derailing channel is by far my favorite on you tube.

[@janne4330]

@@c6z061 Yep, with basic i meant, that he didint chitchat every detail there can be, like many others do. My set is same, scholl s3, 20 and 30.

[@michaelfedorsha8147]

I never knew one could restore paint to that level. If my paint looked like that I would’ve went straight to a paint job but now I see it’s not Necessary

[@proautodetailingsd4190]

Well maybe depends how big your car is they might charge you the same to restore it.

[@EdGlez100]

Michael Paul That’s exactly what I was thinking 💭

[@fomocowboy]

Did you see the "before" side after he washed it? Looks like 99% of the cars in any parking lot.....

[@VKGZ13]

Keep in mind polishing removes layers of the clearcoat in order to make it smooth again. Doing it every so often eventually strips the clearcoat and youd have to go get your car clear coated again. To prevent doing such a harsh cutting compound, you should go in every year or so and keep the paint looking good with only a 1 step polish. The 1 step polish doesnt remove much. So either you let your car look like shit and then pay an arm and leg to get it detailed, but you'll lose a lot of clearcoat, or you can maintain your vehicle and get it polished and buffed yearly to minimize clearcoat loss

[@Jaker788]

@@VKGZ13 Once you do a paint correction I'd hope it gets washed properly and protected properly. Then it should take more than a year to need any polish other than accidents.

[@adriancatalin9860]

Probably the most explicit video on KZbin!thanks for that! Amazing info!and results! Totally recommend for beginners! Thanks a lot for the time and the effort! Much much apreciate it!

[@pachahara247]

I have not seen such an amazing and detailed car paint maintaining and restoring video. Thank you very much for creating such content.

[@oursulaert]

Thank you. No annoying music. Relaxed approach easy to listen to easy to watch. Enjoyed the experience and learned from it.

[@harryfxpl]

You make me want to detail my car on my own! Also love how clearly you speak as an Aussie!

[@voodoonights1671]

This is such a clear video to understand. Brilliant Sandro. Keep up the good work

[@cubitme]

oh wow. appear on my recommended video... what a show!! 100/10

[@pdarius011]

This is by far theee best video I seen on Decontamination, Correction, and Protect. I do admit I was lost on the Decontamination part.

[@nolanhull312]

This is the most informative and helpful video on KZbin period.

[@paulbarrow2497]

Extremely well produced. Informative with detail to give understanding and theory behind what your doing. Steps make it easy to follow and relaxed feeling. Bravo.

[@genesssisss]

You Sr. Are a god ! A god of detaining!!!! Amazing professional technique

[@stever.747]

Amazing transformation! Hard to believe there was still beautiful paint under all of that neglect.

[@NonStopGaming15]

Lighting, dialog, camera work/quality, speed, music, all phenomenal. Thanks!

[@southcoast2008]

Your attention to detail, patience, enthusiasm, energy and passion about what you do is most commendable indeed. May you grow from strength to strength and justifiably so. Thank you so much for sharing. Dave from South Africa

[@tonyvelez9869]

This has to be a very time consuming process and not for impatient people like myself that would for sure drive me crazy if I tried to do this myself as good as it looks I feel like I wouldn’t get through a car lol great video step by step you can’t go wrong following all these amazing steps and the outcome of it is really mind blowing to see

[@roddydykes7053]

You’d be surprised how much your patience increases once you gain some experience and successes with it

[@stuarthossack7906]

Best vid on decontamination and correction I have watched - I'll be doing this tomorrow. Thanks.

[@edsonherald3720]

Dear Professor ! One More OUSTAND Video ! I’m Passing Them Out To My “Weekend Warriors” Friends and They Are Apprecianting Them Very Much ! Thank You Very Much ! Best Regards ! Ed São Paulo, 🇧🇷

[@Stevespecs]

Really enjoyed the video, I took a neglected 2004 4 Runners paint to a show room condition in 5 hours. Washed and clayed, compounded , polished and waxed. Looks amazing’ people can’t believe it’s almost 17 years old. Thank you

[@MLife1972]

Absolutely outstanding result. Such a clear and precise video without any extra fluff. Any enthusiast should just watch this video.

[@chadrandolph9874]

Sandro I think I’m hooked on car detailing! I completed a 3 stage correction on my BMW and I want to strip everything off and do it again just because! 😄

[@trueRocc]

Ya I use mothers polish and wax, may need to consider this stuff next. I have a problem with fine dust collecting on my car hours later, wonder If this would help to stop that

[@MrFryfish]

There are about 60 layers of clear coat to remove before getting to paint layers; polishing another german paint - Porche. 😉 there is a video on youtube of some detailers that tried to see after how many layers removed from polishing will get them to paint... m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKrdZ4NvjcqMqNk Just buy a paint thickness gauge and you wil know where you are..

[@yelu13]

Hands down most informative video! You took every other detailer down. Thank you for your time good sir! 🙏😎

[@TonyyStarrkk1994]

This makes me want to buy an old car and make it look new again

[@PearlDrummerFTW]

Right there with you.

[@a.dejesus792]

This is probably the best tutorial on paint correction I have ever seen on youtube. Keep um comin guys. Thanks

[@CBCB78]

An absolute masterclass on what to do. Even a chimp could follow these instructions. Brilliant video. Thanks

[@bobjames2423]

Fantastic video sir! It was truly a joy to watch!

[@Chitown388]

I finally understand why my wife told me the car looks dull after aggressive paint correction. I didn't see the dullness because my eyes were used to the dullness as I worked on and stared at those paint panels for hours. It did not occur to me at all to do a fine paint correction as the final step to bring out the shine. I should have done more research instead of blindly following Griot's recommended two-step process (aggressive paint correction then 3-in-1 ceramic spray wax).

[@speedychris8562]

This is probably one of the best machine videos I’ve come across, showing the different pads and compounds for each grade of your paint. Great tutorial 👍

[@darren1139]

Saying there are many products that can do the same, whilst not advertising any in particular makes your video rare and trust worthy.

[@QRAC222]

The best how to polish video on KZbin!! Thank you so much, tomorrow I will try to polish my first car!

[@jp3373]

You’re a great teacher. Thank you.

[@ricosuave339]

900 thumbs down damn there are some butt hurt people out there, this is by far the best car detailing video, it was amazing dude keep up the good work 👍

[@mikat9731]

He is comparing non-cleaned and cleaned sides. So there is dust on the left side. He should have at least washed the left side also.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

You maybe should have watched till the end before commenting on that 🙂

[@DiyAllaroundguy]

Hands down the best paint correction tutorial on KZbin... thank you for this and I will purchase a few of these products as well 👍

[@toddc.4749]

Great job explaining the steps. Especially the part about having a haze after paint correction being normal and just need to use a final polish. Thank You

[@humansnotai4912]

If I could you a million thumbs up I would. This is the best car paint care video on the internet. Thanks dude! Namaste x

[@gav240z]

Fantastic, I have a new car with very good paint, but I want to buff it up to a higher level of detail. It shouldn't need much correction. Love these tips.

[@rubio90r]

The best video I have seen by far. Great detail.

[@mackayfullmer8960]

Wow. This helped me so much and was one of the most well explained detailing videos I've watched! Thank you

[@WestfieldFreshAir]

I've watched a lot of of videos on this topic. This really has been the clearest and best at really explaining the steps and reasons for them. Thanks.

[@Helaman1111]

I could have a new hire watch this and get on a job within an hour. With someone watching then of course. Amazing video

[@TheCowgirlNiamh]

Unbelievable Sandro! I didn't even realise it was metallic at first! 😂 Super video 👍

[@user-uz5nv4hs8d]

Man the work you have done for this video is amazing the hood is just so beautiful

[@joserosado4667]

My Detailing OCD has been satisfied! 🙏🏼

[@aknoob4391]

Exactly yesterday ordered everything for paint correction. Wanted to do it straight on my car but after seeing this video makes me visit my local car workshop & ask for some no need car panel for practicing first!

[@Area559Duh]

You should be extremely happy with this video. I have never seen a video of this quality of explanation.