Studio Detailing
Headlight Restoration
Studio-based service in Ilkeston, Derbyshire
From £80. Final price confirmed after a quick look at the condition of your headlights
- Removes oxidation, yellowing and haze
- Improves clarity and overall appearance
- Enhances light output and night-time safety
- Restores a fresher, newer look
- Helps improve MOT presentation
- Protects against future UV degradation
- Far more effective than DIY restoration kits
- No payment taken online. We confirm everything with you before any work starts.
- Free, no-obligation quote and honest advice.
- Experienced detailers using professional-grade products.
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Fully Insured
Your vehicle in safe, professional hands
Safe Wash Methods
pH-neutral products and swirl-free technique
Expert Detailers
Skilled professionals with years of experience
Premium Products
Professional-grade tools and coatings
About This Service
The Full Picture
What You Get
What's Included
Preparation & Decontamination
- Thorough cleaning and decontamination of the lenses
Machine Polishing
- Full inspection of headlight condition
- Multi-stage wet sanding from 800 grit up to 6000 grit
- Heavy cutting machine polishing stage
- Intermediate polishing to refine clarity
- Ultra-fine finishing polish for maximum transparency
Protection
- Protective ceramic coating for UV resistance
Finish & Handover
- Final inspection under specialist lighting
The Honest Breakdown
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Restores clarity and night-time light output
- Ceramic UV coating included
- Far more effective than DIY kits
- Helps with MOT presentation
- Usually completed same day
Good To Know
- Cracks or internal condensation can't be polished out
- Severely damaged units may need replacing
- Priced after checking the lenses
The Result
The Difference We Make
Durable Ceramic Protection
Helps protect against UV rays, road grime, chemical staining and everyday environmental contaminants.
Ideal For
Perfect For These Vehicles
- Cloudy or yellowed headlights
- Oxidised plastic lenses
- Failed MOT advisories on headlights
- Daily drivers and commercial vehicles
- Prestige, performance and classic cars
- Vehicles being prepared for sale
Ceramic Coating Included
Protection You Can See & Feel
- Long-lasting protection
- Enhanced gloss and depth
- Hydrophobic water behaviour
- Easier maintenance
Personal Handover & Aftercare
Tailored Aftercare, Lasting Results
Your experience does not end when you drive away. Every service includes a personal handover where we walk you through the work and give tailored aftercare advice, plus access to our in-house detailing shop for premium maintenance products.
Ask us about maintenance detailing to keep your vehicle looking its best all year round.
Where We Work
Serving Ilkeston, Derby & Nottingham
Based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, we proudly serve customers across the East Midlands with professional detailing you can trust.
Good To Know
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the results last?
With the included ceramic UV coating protecting the lenses, results last far longer than off-the-shelf kits. For heavily weathered headlights we also offer an automotive-grade lacquer upgrade for maximum durability.
Is this better than a restoration kit?
Yes. Kits only mask the problem temporarily. Our multi-stage wet sanding permanently removes the damaged layer and refines the lens back to clarity, then seals it against future oxidation.
Will it help with my MOT?
Cloudy or hazy headlights can attract MOT advisories. Restoration improves clarity and light output, helping both presentation and night-time visibility.
Do you offer extra protection?
Every restoration includes a ceramic UV coating. For badly weathered lenses we also offer a professional lacquer protection upgrade, we will advise which suits your headlights.
What vehicles is this suitable for?
Cloudy, yellowed or oxidised plastic lenses on daily drivers and commercial vehicles, as well as prestige, performance and classic cars.
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Ilkeston Studio
Purpose-built detailing studio in Ilkeston.
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Expert Detailers
Skilled professionals with years of experience.
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Premium Products
Professional-grade tools, films and coatings.
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Derby & Nottingham Coverage
Proudly serving the East Midlands.