Holograms and swirl marks: where do they come from?
6 min readAuto Lounge

Holograms and fine circular scratches show up most clearly in sunlight. Most of them come from improper washing.
Where they come from
Automatic car wash brushes, a dirty sponge and a dry towel all leave fine scratches in the clear coat. Over time they add up, and the paint loses its gloss.
- Wash by hand using the two-bucket method.
- Dry with a clean microfiber towel.
- Remove existing scratches with professional polishing.
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