Wash
mitts
Time to bin your old sponges and move on!
If you're looking for a scratchless wash, using a wash mitt or wash pad with long fibres is a huge step in the right direction. Read how to catch and release grit with the right fibres!
1 A good wash mitt
What's the difference, really.
Your classic wash sponges pick up and hold grit with nowhere to go, ready to scratch back into your paintwork next time you wipe. So what's the magic in the microfibres?
Holds much more water & soap, keeping application well lubricated and scratch-free.
Long, soft fibres pick up dirt safely and smoothly.
Multiple layers of fibres store dirt underneath the surface, keeping the grit away from your paintwork.
Safely release grit into your rinsing bucket when rubbed underwater with fingers or Grit Guard washboard.
2 The right fibres
Here's why we recommend microfibre mitts:
Lambs wool
The real deal, super soft, long fibres.
Softest & safest long, natural fibres.
Traps grit incredibly well.
Doesn't release grit making it really tough to maintain.
Not machine washable.
Deteriorates quickly.
Synthetic lambs wool
Soft fibres, but you still can't throw it in the washing machine!
Cheaper than real wool.
Works almost as well as real wool.
Not machine washable.
Longer lasting.
Microfibres
The new standard.
Traps grit extremely well.
Releases grit easily back into your rinse bucket.
Easy to clean in the washing machine.
Extremely long-lasting.
3 Here are a few pointers
To get you on your way.
Rinsing
Once you've picked up the dirt & grit, release it into your rinsing bucket by rubbing your fingers through the fibres underwater, or against your Grit Guard washboard.
The grit will simply fall to the bottom of the bucket, trapped under your Grit Guard insert, nowhere near your paintwork.
See our ideal bucket setup.
The 2-mitt technique
One for the main panels (roof, hood & doors), and another for the grittier bits (nose, door jambs & back bumper).
We like to use different coloured mitts so we don't forget which is which!
Here's our guide to the Weekly Wash.
Wheel mitts
Ok, so maybe it's a 3-mitt technique. The thicker material keeps your hand safe from sharp wheel elements and has very soft fibres, safe on even the most delicate of wheel finishes.
If your mitt has an extra thumb you'll also be able to access all areas of your intricate rim details with ease.
Pro Tip: To wash your mitt, throw it in the machine with any other microfibre accessories. See label for details.
4 Choosing the one for you
All high-quality, it's simply your preference:
Mitts
Hangs on to your hand without the risk of being dropped.
Use your finger from the inside for extra control.
Double-sided - use the back of your hand too if you're in a small space.
Sponges
Classic feel in your hand.
Top quality microfibres on the cover.
Holds a huge amount of water & product.
Pads
Big, flat surface area to cover more with one wipe.
Thin - a perfect fit for small areas like a BMW kidney grill.
XL version for even more coverage!
