Microfibre Car Cleaning Products FAQs
What are microfibre car cleaning products?
Microfibre car cleaning products encompass a wide range of cloths, mitts, pads, and other soft cleaning materials that make use of microfibre technology for a superior clean. Microfibre is a synthetic material made from very fine polyester and polyamide (nylon) fibres that are as thin as 1/300th of a human hair. These fibres are packed together in a dense structure with tiny channels that soak up and hold dirt, dust, and liquids.
Why use microfibre to clean a car?
- Synthetic microfibre cloths have advantages over conventional, natural fibre cloths, including:
- Scratch-free cleaning: Synthetic microfibres have an ultra-soft structure, reducing the risk of scratches or swirl marks on delicate surfaces. You can safely use microfibre to clean your car's interior and exterior with no risk of harm to the vehicle.
- Streak- and chemical-free cleaning: Microfibres effectively pick up and trap dust, dirt, grime, and grease for streak-free cleaning even without chemicals—a goal that natural fibres often fall short of.
- Superior absorbency: Microfibre can hold up to several times its own weight in water (depending on the cloth’s density or GSM count), making it exceptionally effective at soaking up liquids and drying surfaces.
- Quick drying and versatile: Microfibre cloths dry faster than natural fibres, making them less prone to developing mildew or unpleasant odours.
Can I use microfibre cloths on all parts of my car?
Yes, microfibre cloths are soft and versatile enough to use on all car surfaces, including windows, paint, chrome, and interiors. Although nothing is stopping you from using one cloth for your whole car, choosing the right product for the right part can make cleaning even faster and more efficient. Our specialised polish applicator mitts, window cloths, and drying towels give the best possible results for individual car parts while avoiding moving dirt from one spot to another.
Do I need to use chemicals to clean my car with microfibre products?
Realistically, it depends. Microfibre cloths offer exceptional cleaning qualities on most surfaces due to their ultra-fine fibre structures, even without chemicals, soaps, or detergents. That being said, specialised car cleaning soaps and polishes will make the job slightly easier and faster as they break down grime for even faster removal and leave your car with a polished shine that won’t be easy to achieve without the right compound.
How long do microfibre car cleaning products last?
Washed, dried, and stored as indicated, you can reasonably expect your car cleaning microfibre products to last for up to 500 machine washes or several years of regular use. Please read the care instructions for each product on the product pages.