What do you guys use to apply waxes/polishes?
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What do you guys use to apply waxes/polishes?
What do you guys prefer? I realize this question may seem ridiculous, but there is always talk here of what to apply and how to apply it (i.e. steps 1,2,..3), but never how to get the product to the surface. Just looking for ideas, as I have methods I use and maybe there is something better out there? I tend to use a foam applicator to apply and a cotton terry cloth to remove/buff. Any recommendations? Are results better if applying w/ terry cloth as well? What leaves the fewest swirls or spiderwebbing? Are the towels that KevinSS does best for this application? or are those primarily used for buffing? Do you throw the towels out after? How well do they clean up in the washing machine for reuse? I have washed towels before and they still seem like there is wax/polish in the fabric after the wash, can those still be used w/o fear of scratching? Suggestions? Ideas?
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JeffsWorld
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by JeffsWorld:
What do you guys prefer? I realize this question may seem ridiculous, but there is always talk here of what to apply and how to apply it (i.e. steps 1,2,..3), but never how to get the product to the surface. Just looking for ideas, as I have methods I use and maybe there is something better out there? I tend to use a foam applicator to apply and a cotton terry cloth to remove/buff. Any recommendations?
I use a cotton applicator to apply.
Are results better if applying w/ terry cloth as well?
My applicators (made by Zaino) are terry cloth
What leaves the fewest swirls or spiderwebbing? Are the towels that KevinSS does best for this application? or are those primarily used for buffing?
My towels are for drying, removing polish and using a detail spray.
Do you throw the towels out after?
At 15 dollars to 18 dollars each, I doubt you want to throw away Fieldcrest Charisma towels, just wash in the washing machine after each use with ONLY liquid detergent, NO powder.
How well do they clean up in the washing machine for reuse?
Like brand new.
I have washed towels before and they still seem like there is wax/polish in the fabric after the wash, can those still be used w/o fear of scratching? Suggestions? Ideas?
I dont know what kind of towels or what kind of wax you have used, but Zaino washed our completely with liquid Tide, All, etc.
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What do you guys prefer? I realize this question may seem ridiculous, but there is always talk here of what to apply and how to apply it (i.e. steps 1,2,..3), but never how to get the product to the surface. Just looking for ideas, as I have methods I use and maybe there is something better out there? I tend to use a foam applicator to apply and a cotton terry cloth to remove/buff. Any recommendations?
I use a cotton applicator to apply.
Are results better if applying w/ terry cloth as well?
My applicators (made by Zaino) are terry cloth
What leaves the fewest swirls or spiderwebbing? Are the towels that KevinSS does best for this application? or are those primarily used for buffing?
My towels are for drying, removing polish and using a detail spray.
Do you throw the towels out after?
At 15 dollars to 18 dollars each, I doubt you want to throw away Fieldcrest Charisma towels, just wash in the washing machine after each use with ONLY liquid detergent, NO powder.
How well do they clean up in the washing machine for reuse?
Like brand new.
I have washed towels before and they still seem like there is wax/polish in the fabric after the wash, can those still be used w/o fear of scratching? Suggestions? Ideas?
I dont know what kind of towels or what kind of wax you have used, but Zaino washed our completely with liquid Tide, All, etc.
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Jeff,
Sounds like you're already using good techniques and quality products, which is the key to getting good results out of any product.
Here's what works for me:
Applying waxes and sealants: I prefer foam apps, made by Viking and Meguiar's. Vikings can be found at AutoZone and Meguiar's yellow foams I get at WalMart for $1.60 per pack of two. I have found foam allows much thinner and more even Zaino application than terry apps. The terry cotton soaks up way to much liquid product for my liking...the foams load up very quickly and don't seem as wasteful IMO.
Applying polishes and abrasives: I prefer terry like the Zaino cotton apps. Some use foam for these products as well, depends on personal preference...
For wax, polish, or abrasive removal: I prefer 100% cotton USA made toweling. I use either Fieldcrest Royal Velvet, POLO, and/or Noble Excellence towels and all are very nice and soft for removal of waxes or polishes and none seem to scratch.
Wash your towels by machine after they become soiled or loaded with polish or wax. Use liquid detergent to clean them, no softeners or bleach. Mine always come out 100% clean after washing and drying... You wouldn't want ot throw out expensive towels after the first or second use.
Using good quality products and sound techinques is the best way to aviod or significantly lessen swirls and scratches. Daily drivers are always more likely to end up with swirls and scratches, so I like to use Zaino Z5 when necessary to hide surface marring. Consequently, my 10 year old Camaro is more swirl free than it has ever been...mostly thanks to Zaino Show Car Polishes!
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*Mike's 1992 Camaro RS 25th Anniv.*
Dark Red Metallic (ext.) / Flame Red (int.)
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Shine by ZAINO! - Special Thanks to Sal Z!
[This message has been edited by MikeLS (edited April 23, 2002).]
Sounds like you're already using good techniques and quality products, which is the key to getting good results out of any product.
Here's what works for me:
Applying waxes and sealants: I prefer foam apps, made by Viking and Meguiar's. Vikings can be found at AutoZone and Meguiar's yellow foams I get at WalMart for $1.60 per pack of two. I have found foam allows much thinner and more even Zaino application than terry apps. The terry cotton soaks up way to much liquid product for my liking...the foams load up very quickly and don't seem as wasteful IMO.
Applying polishes and abrasives: I prefer terry like the Zaino cotton apps. Some use foam for these products as well, depends on personal preference...
For wax, polish, or abrasive removal: I prefer 100% cotton USA made toweling. I use either Fieldcrest Royal Velvet, POLO, and/or Noble Excellence towels and all are very nice and soft for removal of waxes or polishes and none seem to scratch.
Wash your towels by machine after they become soiled or loaded with polish or wax. Use liquid detergent to clean them, no softeners or bleach. Mine always come out 100% clean after washing and drying... You wouldn't want ot throw out expensive towels after the first or second use.
Using good quality products and sound techinques is the best way to aviod or significantly lessen swirls and scratches. Daily drivers are always more likely to end up with swirls and scratches, so I like to use Zaino Z5 when necessary to hide surface marring. Consequently, my 10 year old Camaro is more swirl free than it has ever been...mostly thanks to Zaino Show Car Polishes!
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*Mike's 1992 Camaro RS 25th Anniv.*
Dark Red Metallic (ext.) / Flame Red (int.)
Flowmaster Crossflow, K&N, 20% 3M Panther Black Tint
JL Audio 3 10", PPI PC2100, Kenwood eXcelon KRC-953H/U, Kenwood / Pioneer speakers
Shine by ZAINO! - Special Thanks to Sal Z!
[This message has been edited by MikeLS (edited April 23, 2002).]
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