How to Fix High Spots After Applying Ceramic Spray Coating

Ever finish applying your ceramic spray, step back, and notice blotchy patches or rainbow-like smears that just won’t wipe away? That’s a high spot—and yes, it’s fixable.

In this guide, you’ll learn what high spots are, how to safely remove them without damaging your coating, and how to prevent them from happening again. This is essential reading if you want flawless results from Tough As Shell.

What Are High Spots?

High spots are areas where too much ceramic spray was applied—or where it wasn't leveled off properly—and it cured unevenly. They usually look like:

Dark patches
Rainbow sheens
Smudges or sticky spots after buffing

If left alone, high spots can harden into visible defects that impact the gloss and protection of the coating.

How to Fix High Spots (Step-by-Step)

Act quickly: If the ceramic hasn’t fully cured (within 24 hours), try reapplying a light mist of ceramic spray to the high spot, then immediately buff it off with a clean Everyday Microfiber Towel.
If it’s cured: Use a light polish or finishing compound with a soft foam pad to remove the high spot. Then reapply ceramic spray over that section.
Clean the area: After polishing, wash the panel again with The Super Soaper and dry it using the Massive Drying Towel.
Reapply ceramic spray: Mist lightly and buff fully until the finish is even and clean.

Pro Tips to Avoid High Spots Next Time

Apply in the shade and on cool surfaces
Work in small sections (1 panel at a time)
Use minimal product—less is more
Level with one towel, then follow with a second towel to buff dry
Always inspect from multiple angles under good lighting

Testimonial

“I panicked when I saw blotches after applying Tough As Shell, but a quick reapplication and wipe fixed it. Now it looks flawless.” – Lisa H.

Don’t Let High Spots Ruin the Shine

High spots can be frustrating, but with the right tools and timing, they’re easy to fix. Don’t strip the whole car—just spot-correct and get back to a perfect, protected finish.

✅ Fix fast with Tough As Shell

✅ Prep properly with The Super Soaper and dry streak-free using the Massive Drying Towel

✅ Want to avoid ceramic issues altogether? Read this monster guide: The Best Way to Maintain a Ceramic Spray Coating