Tailwind CSS cleanup and design system services
Tailwind CSS is used by virtually every AI coding tool. The utility-first approach produces working styles quickly, but AI-generated Tailwind often has responsive issues, accessibility gaps, and inconsistent design tokens.
Common Tailwind CSS issues we find
Real problems from Tailwind CSS codebases we've reviewed.
Inconsistent spacing and sizing
AI tools use arbitrary values (px-[17px]) instead of Tailwind's spacing scale, creating visual inconsistency across the app.
Missing responsive breakpoints
Components designed for desktop only. Mobile layouts break or are unusable because responsive classes weren't added.
Oversized CSS bundle
Unused classes not purged, custom CSS duplicating Tailwind utilities, and unnecessary safelist entries bloating the stylesheet.
No design tokens in config
Colors, fonts, and spacing hardcoded in classes instead of defined in tailwind.config. Changes require find-and-replace across the entire codebase.
Accessibility color contrast failures
Text colors that don't meet WCAG contrast ratios against their backgrounds, especially in light gray on white patterns.
Missing dark mode support
No dark mode variants despite user preference. Or partial dark mode that misses some components.
Duplicated component styles
The same complex class combinations repeated across many components instead of extracted into reusable component classes.
Missing focus and hover states
Interactive elements without visible focus indicators, failing accessibility requirements and keyboard navigation.
Tailwind CSS production checklist
Key checks before deploying your Tailwind CSS app.
Consistent spacing scale (no arbitrary values)
Responsive design at all breakpoints (sm, md, lg, xl)
Design tokens defined in tailwind.config.ts
CSS purging configured for production builds
Color contrast meets WCAG AA standards
Focus states visible on all interactive elements
Dark mode support if applicable
Reusable component patterns extracted
No unused custom CSS overriding Tailwind
Proper font loading with next/font or @font-face
Not sure if your app passes? Our code audit ($19) checks all of these and more.
Our Tailwind CSS services
Fix Bugs
We diagnose and fix bugs in AI-generated apps — from mysterious crashes to features that just don't work right.
Refactor Code
Clean up messy, duplicated, and hard-to-maintain code without breaking what already works.
Performance
Identify and fix performance bottlenecks — slow page loads, laggy interactions, and expensive operations.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Tailwind CSS project at a fixed price.
Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 checks
- SSL/TLS analysis
- Security headers
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerabilities
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- AI pattern analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Get a clear plan
We respond in 24 hours with scope, timeline, and cost.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my AI-generated Tailwind look inconsistent?
AI tools use arbitrary values instead of Tailwind's design scale, and don't maintain consistent spacing/sizing patterns. We standardize everything to the Tailwind scale.
Can you fix my responsive layout?
Yes. We add proper responsive breakpoints, fix mobile layouts, and ensure your app works well on all screen sizes.
Should I use Tailwind or a component library?
Both. Tailwind for utility styling, and a component library like shadcn/ui for common patterns. Most AI tools already use this combination.
How do I set up a design system with Tailwind?
We define your colors, spacing, typography, and component patterns in tailwind.config.ts — creating a consistent design system that's easy to maintain.
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