Microfiber brand recommendations?

[LiquidZ]

Does anybody have any recommendations for microfiber brands? I don't think all microfiber towels are created equal, so I want only the best for my black Z. Any recommendations for microfiber washing mits would also be great.

Thanks!

[molamann]

Originally Posted by LiquidZ

Does anybody have any recommendations for microfiber brands? I don't think all microfiber towels are created equal, so I want only the best for my black Z. Any recommendations for microfiber washing mits would also be great.

Thanks!

True that, bulk microfiber towels I bought from Sam's club created swirl marks whereas quality ones I bought are still swirl-free even after multiple washes.

[shabarivas]

Costco 50 pack FTW

[sensi09]

Certainly not the best, but I like the costco MF too. If they're soiled, you can just throw them away when you're done and not let it bother you. Though at my local costco, the MF has been replaced by shamwow....

The cobra MF is good Cobra Edgeless Microfiber Polishing Triple Pack

[Forrest]

Why not use 100% cloth ones?

[LiquidZ]

Originally Posted by Forrest

Why not use 100% cloth ones?

100% cotton terry cloth towels? I was under the impression that anything other than microfiber on a black car will cause swirl marks.

[SiXK]

Originally Posted by LiquidZ

100% cotton terry cloth towels? I was under the impression that anything other than microfiber on a black car will cause swirl marks.

I only use 100% cotton towels made in the USA. I had problems finding quality microfiber. I have a black car with zero swirl marks. I use Zaino and its great, no waterspots even though it rained 8 straight days here. I have 6000 miles on the car since Jan 15 so I put some miles on it too.

I use 14 100% cotton washrags for washing (1) and drying (7 or 8 ). I just have 14 so I have enough. I also use a 100% cotton waffle towel from detailed image to do my initial drying (it is AWESOME) and the rethickulous towel (softest towel in the world IMO) from detailed image to do my final runover, more of a buffing than drying. You do need to wash them in hot water after every use (I use gain), no fabric softeners, and be ready to replace them when they stop being soft, but thats a while.

[Forrest]

theres a few different types. Dont get the crappy walmart ones under the automotive section they feel very harsh in my hands. When you want a 100% cotton towel it has to feel soft to the touch aka a real nice bath towel. Those terry cotton towels at the automtive section feel like crap and are very hard.

I just bought 2 of these (wich means 6 total) and they are the softes towels i ever felt.
Zaino Blonde Borderfree Towel: 3 pack: Zaino Store
They are kind of small at 16x16 but for my needs of polish removal, applying spray on polish they work great.
For quick drying after leaf blower i just use a big normal 100% cotton towel i bought from the bath section at walmart.

Q: Are Micro-Fiber products safe to use?

A: Zaino has been testing various Micro-Fiber products. Unfortunately, the jury is still out on them. Some of them are excellent and do not scratch. Others are terrible and definitely scratch. The quality control of these products from overseas, especially Korea, is not consistent, so you never know if they will be the same scratch-free quality. Even when using the same brand, we found the quality to be inconsistent. For now, we do not recommend using them. However, lab testing is ongoing, and we will post an update when we have more conclusive results.

NOTE: If you are already using microfiber towels, look carefully at your paint finish under flourescent light when you are using your towels. If you are not getting any swirls or fine scratches from the microfiber towels, then you are okay and can continue to use them. Remember it's better to be safe than swirly.

[LiquidZ]

Originally Posted by Forrest

theres a few different types. Dont get the crappy walmart ones under the automotive section they feel very harsh in my hands. When you want a 100% cotton towel it has to feel soft to the touch aka a real nice bath towel. Those terry cotton towels at the automtive section feel like crap and are very hard.

I just bought 2 of these (wich means 6 total) and they are the softes towels i ever felt.
Zaino Blonde Borderfree Towel: 3 pack: Zaino Store
They are kind of small at 16x16 but for my needs of polish removal, applying spray on polish they work great.
For quick drying after leaf blower i just use a big normal 100% cotton towel i bought from the bath section at walmart.

Those towels produce no scratching whatsoever even when they are freshly washed and cleaned?

[Forrest]

Originally Posted by LiquidZ

Those towels produce no scratching whatsoever even when they are freshly washed and cleaned?

The towels from zaino are so soft, they are softer than toilet paper.
They are so soft you just want to rub them on your face.
They are so soft that i have not felt any thing as soft as them in a long time.

You getting my point? the towel it self is not capable of scratching the car.
If it has debri's in it then it could but so could any towel.

Your microfiber towel is a gamble on is it quality or is it not.

As for wash mitt i have been testing with a microfiber wash mitt from walmart verses my old cotton one. I think its okay so far i have not seen increased tiny scratches yet. but its still on going i dont know yet if its good.

[DJcuetip]

does anyone have any feedback on the ABSORBER??

i used it on my old car and it worked great, but how about for everyone else?

[Forumite]

Originally Posted by DJcuetip

does anyone have any feedback on the ABSORBER??

i used it on my old car and it worked great, but how about for everyone else?

I've always used things like that on my cars w/o any problem. You're going to get slight swirls in your paint over time just be sure to wash and dry in a up and down motion to limit the visability.

[LiquidZ]

Originally Posted by Forumite

I've always used things like that on my cars w/o any problem. You're going to get slight swirls in your paint over time just be sure to wash and dry in a up and down motion to limit the visability.

Are you saying that the swirls are caused because of the Absorber?

[Forumite]

Originally Posted by LiquidZ

Are you saying that the swirls are caused because of the Absorber?

I'm saying they will eventually get them because of the constant friction from whiping no matter what you use.

I cant see anyone drying off their car with a towel, just dont see how it's possible.

[SiXK]

Originally Posted by Forumite

I cant see anyone drying off their car with a towel, just dont see how it's possible.

I do it every week. I have no swirl marks or scratches at all. none. this is the first black car I have had that I can say that. My friend with a brand new black Audi A5 hates me. hahaha

100% cotton made in USA terrycloth washrags & Zaino Z5.