Why do I need to dry my car with micorfiber cloths?

The way you dry your car after a wash is just as important as the wash itself. Using a microfiber towel is the perfect method to remove moisture and any residue from cleaning products. These towels are designed to soak up water and other substances left on the paintwork, including trapping and removing particles of dirt that might have been left behind.

For anyone who does car detailing, using a microfiber towel to wash and dry the exterior is practically a given. Microfiber towels are non-abrasive, which means when you dry your car using a scratchless detailing towel, you are not inadvertently damaging your paintwork in a way that is often invisible to the human eye. Such damage can build up over time, leading to a poor paint finish or even leaving the door open for corrosion.

Microfiber towels for cars are also strong and durable, ensuring that you can clean your car without the cloth shredding or leaving fibers on your shiny bodywork.

What is the most effective way to dry my car?

The best way to prepare your microfiber cloth to do its job effectively is to wring it through with cold water. Squeeze as much moisture out, and you’re ready to start. Always use plain water for getting your towel ready and cleaning it as you go. This avoids leaving streaks or marks and gives a flawless finish.

Open out the towel, then pass it over the bodywork of your car systematically, using an open hand to move it around. This ensures it can dry large areas quickly but effectively.

Each time the microfiber towel becomes wet, wring it out and check it is still clean. You may want to switch to a clean towel or clean it well in water if it has lifted a lot of dirt off. Once you have wiped across the whole of the car’s paintwork a couple of times, and it is as dry as possible, you can then let nature finish it off.