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Detailing & ceramic coating
Auto detailing & ceramic coating
Voted Best Auto Detailing by Daily Hampshire Gazette readers five years running. Full interior and exterior detailing, paint correction that removes swirls and light scratches, and professional ceramic coatings that keep the finish protected and easy to clean for years.
- Best Auto Detailing 2022 to 2026
- Paint correction
- Ceramic coating
- Interior & exterior
Voted Best Auto Detailing by Daily Hampshire Gazette readers 2022 through 2026, and by Valley Advocate readers in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2021 and 2022.
Beyond a car wash
Detailing from the shop that paints cars for a living
Detailing at a body shop is different. Our technicians know paint, because we refinish it every day, and that shows in the work: correct washing and decontamination so grit never gets dragged across the finish, machine paint correction that actually removes swirl marks and light scratches rather than filling them, and interiors cleaned down to the seams. Whether you are preparing a car for sale, bringing a daily driver back to life, or protecting a new vehicle from day one, the result is a finish that looks the way it did on the showroom floor.
Ceramic coating takes it further. A professionally applied ceramic coating bonds to the clear coat and creates a hard, hydrophobic layer that resists UV fading, bird droppings, road salt, and light scratching, and makes washing dramatically easier. Proper coating is all in the prep, which is why we correct the paint first and apply the coating in a controlled environment. We will tell you honestly which package fits your car and how to care for it afterward.
What's covered
Interior, exterior, correction, and protection
Choose a full detail or the specific service your car needs. Every package starts with a proper wash and decontamination, because the finish is only as good as the prep.
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Exterior detailing
Hand wash, iron and tar removal, clay bar decontamination, wheels and tires, trim restoration, and a protective sealant or wax.
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Interior detailing
Vacuum and steam, shampooed carpets and upholstery, leather cleaned and conditioned, dash and door panels detailed, glass cleaned inside, and odor treatment where needed.
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Paint correction
Machine polishing in one or more stages to remove swirl marks, light scratches, water spots, and oxidation, restoring depth and gloss to the original paint.
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Ceramic coating
Professional-grade ceramic coating applied after paint correction for years of UV, chemical, and wash-scratch protection, with the care instructions to keep it performing.
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New vehicle protection
Paint correction and ceramic coating on a new car before the first winter, so road salt and automatic car washes never get a head start.
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Pre-sale and post-repair detailing
Bringing a car back to its best before you sell it, or finishing a collision repair with a full detail so it goes home looking better than before the accident.
How it works
Our detailing process
Every car is assessed first so you get the package it actually needs, not a one-size-fits-all menu.
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Assessment & quote
Send photos through the form, call, or stop by. Every inquiry gets a response right away, and we aim to write the estimate within 24 hours. We always need your VIN, phone number, and email. We look at the paint condition, the interior, and what you want the car to look like, then recommend the right package and give you a price and a timeline.
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Wash & decontamination
Two-bucket hand wash, iron and tar removal, and clay bar to pull embedded contaminants out of the paint before any polishing touches it.
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Correction & coating
Machine paint correction to the level the paint needs, then sealant, wax, or ceramic coating applied in a controlled environment and allowed to cure properly.
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Interior & final inspection
Interior detailed to the package you chose, then a final inspection under proper lighting before you pick up, with care instructions for keeping it that way.
Common questions
Detailing & ceramic coating FAQs
What is the difference between detailing and a car wash?
A car wash removes surface dirt. Detailing decontaminates the paint, corrects defects in the finish, restores trim, cleans the interior down to the seams, and protects the result. It is restoration and protection, not just cleaning.
What does a ceramic coating actually do?
It bonds to the clear coat and forms a hard, hydrophobic layer that resists UV fading, chemical staining, road salt, and light wash scratches. Water beads and rolls off, dirt sticks less, and washing is faster. It is not a force field against rock chips or deep scratches.
How long does a ceramic coating last?
Professional coatings are rated for years rather than months, depending on the product and how the car is cared for. Proper washing and avoiding harsh automatic car washes make the biggest difference. We give you the care instructions at pickup.
Can paint correction remove scratches?
Swirl marks, light scratches, water spots, and oxidation in the clear coat can be polished out. A scratch you can catch a fingernail in has gone through the clear coat and needs paint repair, which we also do in house.
How long does detailing take?
A full interior and exterior detail is typically a day. Paint correction and ceramic coating add time for polishing and curing, usually one to two additional days. We give you a timeline at the quote.
Do you detail every make and model?
Yes, from daily drivers and work trucks to classics and luxury cars. We work on every make and model.
Our work
Before and after
Real repairs from the Full Tilt shop floor. Tap any photo to see the finished result.
Serving the Pioneer Valley
Your neighbors in Western Massachusetts
Our West Hatfield shop is a short drive for detailing customers from Northampton, Easthampton, Hadley, Amherst, Greenfield, and across Western Massachusetts. We are not just a business here, we are your neighbors. We have our own rental vehicles, and we can arrange for Enterprise to pick you up at our location if you need to leave your car with us.
- West Hatfield
- Northampton
- Easthampton
- Southampton
- Hadley
- Ludlow
- Amherst
- Greenfield
Get started today
Want it to look new again, or stay that way?
Tell us what the car needs and how you use it. We respond right away and aim to get you a quote within 24 hours. Prefer to talk it through? Call the shop directly.