What is the difference between car detailing and a car wash?

A car wash cleans the surface. Detailing corrects and protects it. SMC Detailing decontaminates the paint, machine polishes out swirls and scratches, then seals the finish with a ceramic coating or paint protection film. The work is carried out in a lit, secure unit in Salfords, Surrey, not on a forecourt.

How much does ceramic coating cost in Surrey?

The ceramic coating detail at SMC Detailing starts from £900 plus VAT, using Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light. The final price depends on the size of the vehicle and how much paint correction it needs first. The car is with us for four days so the coatings can fully cure.

Is paint protection film worth it?

Paint protection film is the only product that physically stops stone chips. SMC Detailing fits XPEL Ultimate Plus and XPEL Stealth as in house certified installers, with a 10 year installer guarantee. A ceramic coating adds gloss and chemical resistance but will not prevent impact damage, so many customers combine the two.

What is included in an enhancement detail?

The enhancement detail is £500 plus VAT and includes a full decontamination with the wheels removed, an engine bay clean, machine polishing to remove swirls and light scratches, Gtechniq C2v4 sealant on all bodywork, Gyeon Q2M View on the glass, and an interior vacuum and wipe down.

Do you offer a courtesy car while my car is being detailed?

Yes. SMC Detailing provides a free courtesy car for the duration of your booking. An enhancement detail is a short turnaround, while ceramic coating work takes four days, so you are not left without transport.

Which areas do you cover?

The studio is on Bonehurst Road in Salfords, Redhill, Surrey RH1 5GH, a few minutes from Gatwick. Customers travel to us from Reigate, Horley, Redhill, Crawley, Banstead, Caterham, Oxted, Dorking, Leatherhead, Guildford, Horsham and East Grinstead.

Unit based detailing & paint protection

Your car,
our passion. Car detailing, ceramic coating and paint protection film in Salfords, Surrey.

Vehicle detailing, paint correction and ceramic coating specialists. We transform your car back to showroom condition, then protect it with market leading ceramic coatings and XPEL PPF.

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Fully Insured

Secure Premises

VAT Registered

Free Courtesy Car

Our Services

What We Do

From enhancement details to full paint correction, ceramic coatings and paint protection film. Every car leaves better protected than it arrived.

Enhancement Detailing

A full clean, decontamination and dual stage machine polish to bring your paintwork back to showroom condition inside and out.

Full Paint Correction

Multi stage correction that removes swirls, scratches and defects to restore a deep, flawless, mirror like finish.

Ceramic Coatings

Market leading Gtechniq Crystal Serum protection for years of gloss, easier cleaning and long term durability.

Paint Protection Film

XPEL self healing PPF that shields your paint from stone chips, scuffs and road debris. Virtually invisible protection.

Also in-house

Vehicle Security

Trackers and immobilisers supplied and fitted on our secure business park.

Wheel Refurbishment

Kerbed, corroded or tired wheels brought back to standard, or refinished in a colour of your choice.

Vehicle Customisation

Splitters, spoilers and styling upgrades fitted and finished so they look factory.

Vehicle Transport

Covered and uncovered collection and delivery, so your car arrives without added miles.

Window Tinting

Legal limit tinting for privacy, heat rejection and a cleaner finished look.

Everything is carried out in-house, backed by over 12 years' experience, with a free courtesy car available while yours is with us.

Packages & Pricing

Detailing Packages

Transparent packages built around your car. Not sure what you need? Send us a photo and we'll recommend the right option.

Enhancement Detail

£500 + VAT

The package designed to transform your car back to showroom condition, inside and out.

Full clean and decontamination
Dual stage machine polish
Paint and glass sealant applied
Interior valet included

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Ceramic Coating

From £900 + VAT

Long life Gtechniq ceramic protection with paint correction prep for years of gloss and easy maintenance.

Multi stage paint correction
Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light
Wheels coated on and off the car

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Paint Protection Film

POA

XPEL self healing film on high impact areas or full body coverage to keep your paint flawless.

Partial or full body PPF
Self healing, gloss or satin
In house XPEL certified installers

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About SMC

Unit Based Detailing & Paint Protection

Based in Salfords, Surrey, SMC Detailing is a unit based detailing studio specialising in paint correction, ceramic coatings and paint protection film. Every vehicle is worked on in a clean, controlled, secure environment, and we're fully insured and VAT registered for complete peace of mind.

Accredited ProductsXPEL PPF and Gtechniq ceramic coatings applied by trained detailers.
Secure & InsuredYour vehicle stays in a secure premises and is fully insured while with us.
Showroom FinishMeticulous attention to detail on every car, from daily drivers to supercars.

Working underneath a Land Rover Discovery raised on the full height ramp at SMC Detailing

Areas We Cover

Detailing Across Surrey

The studio is on Bonehurst Road in Salfords, between Redhill and Horley, just off the A23 and minutes from the M23 and M25.

We also regularly work on cars from Reigate, Redhill, Banstead, Caterham, Crawley, East Grinstead, Epsom and the Gatwick area. Collection and delivery can be arranged.

Reviews

What Our Clients Say

Absolutely faultless work on my Cayenne. The paint correction brought it back to better than showroom and the ceramic coating still beads months later. Genuinely could not fault the service.

— James W.

Had full front-end PPF done on a brand new RS3. Flawless application, you cannot see the edges at all. Talked me through every step. Highly recommend.

— Sarah D.

Took my Defender in for a detail and ceramic. The unit is spotless, proper professional setup. Car came back looking incredible. Will be back with the wife's car.

— Mark T.

Booked the enhancement detail on a three year old A45. Honestly did not expect that much of a difference. Looks like it has just come off the forecourt.

— Danny R.

Book Your Detail

Tell us about your car and what you're after. We'll get back to you with advice and a quote, usually the same day.

07933 688338

help@smcdetailing.co.uk

Unit 10 Fairlawn Enterprise Park
Bonehurst Road, Salfords, Surrey RH1 5GH

Your car,
our passion. Car detailing, ceramic coating and paint protection film in Salfords, Surrey.