It’s a common misconception that polishing is the same as “waxing” – however, they accomplish very different things! Polishing corrects surface imperfections (textured and/or scratched surfaces) by leveling the surface so light bounces off in straight lines. Waxing involves sealing a surface (and to some extent, filling imperfections) to prevent oxidization and corrosion – this is a temporary effect, however, because filling agents are often stripped away during washes.
Metal polishing is a multi-step process consisting of the use of consecutively finer grits of sandpaper, buffing wheels, and specialty polishing compounds to achieve the best possible results. The initial sanding steps are the most critical to the polishing process; however, many polishers reduce or eliminate these important (but time-consuming) steps to reduce costs, which typically results in sub-standard finishing.
Spectrum’s pricing includes all the necessary sanding and polishing steps to achieve the best clarity and brightest finish. Lower pricing can be achieved, but at the cost of fewer sanding and/or polishing passes—resulting in lower quality results. This is not our preferred practice, but we will always work with our customers to meet their budget requirements.