Can I apply Z-AIO with a foam pad?

[johny]

Noob question, but I figure it was worth asking ... Zaino`s website encourages using their cotton applicators, but since the Z-AIO is a cleaning product, could I just use a foam pad? This is strictly for hand application. Thanks for any info.

[JasonD]

I don`t see why not.

[johny]

Yeah, that`s what I figured ... I am new to Zaino, so I just wanted to be sure. I am excited about getting my package! :woot2:

[imported_memnuts]

No problem with sponge application.

A folded soft cotton terry hand towel will give you a more comfortable and available "clean" surfaces as a hand-polishing tool vs a small sponge pad especially if you plan on doing a complete vehicle.



Otherwise both methods are acceptable.

[Macruz19]

Yup. I use a white foam polishing pad for Z-AIO. I also tried it by hand, but I think it`s best using a foam pad.

[imported_GregCavi]

Feel free to use it with polishing or finishing pad.



Greg

[johny]

I appreciate all the responses. I will apply the Z-AIO with a foam pad and the Z-CS with the Zaino cotton pads. I have never used Zaino before, so I am looking forward to it. I guess the toughest thing will be to use as little product as possible.

[Scottwax]

Make sure when you use a foam pad for polishing that you don`t use the tips of your fingers to apply pressure, always use your whole hand to apply even pressure or your fingertips will leave marring.

[joshtpa]

Or grab a pad holder. I really like the cheap ones made out there

[johny]

Make sure when you use a foam pad for polishing that you don`t use the tips of your fingers to apply pressure, always use your whole hand to apply even pressure or your fingertips will leave marring.




Or grab a pad holder. I really like the cheap ones made out there.



Good advice. I never thought about how I hold my pad, but I guess I do press down with my fingertips. :eek:

[johny]

No problem with sponge application.

A folded soft cotton terry hand towel will give you a more comfortable and available "clean" surfaces as a hand-polishing tool vs a small sponge pad especially if you plan on doing a complete vehicle.



Otherwise both methods are acceptable.



Yeah, sometimes the little pad can get kinda tough to hold onto. I guess I need a PC. Should have bought one at Christmas when they were cheap.

[imported_memnuts]

Yeah, sometimes the little pad can get kinda tough to hold onto. I guess I need a PC. Should have bought one at Christmas when they were cheap.



A PC is a wonderful detailing tool, but if you take your time (patience) and find a good hand detailing technique and tool (sponge or folded cotton terry cloth), you will do just fine.



A PC will make it just more fun. :cool:

[noego]

what is a `pad holder`?

[johny]

The only pad holders that I know of are for machine polishers. I dunno. But I finally tried the Z-AIO and Z-CS tonight. Seems okay so far. I really tried to watch how much I applied, trying not to overdo it. That was the toughest part. Both products seem to leave a decent gloss, which I hope will intensify by tomorrow. I encountered a little bit of smearing, but that was probably due to applying too much product. Otherwise, they were both surprisingly easy to use by hand.

[Eliot Ness]

what is a `pad holder`?The two types of pad holders for use by hand (that I know about) are these two:



http://autopia.org/forum/detailing-product-discussion/86147-carrand-applicator-walmart.html



Danase Grip Easy Applicator Handle (http://www.danase.com/dagreaapha.html)



The Danase Grip Easy Applicator is for use with standard 4" pads made for the PC/Cyclo/rotary.