washing and swirl marks

[byrdpt]

I`ve read the how to section and it says to dry in a straight line (back and forth motion), does this also apply to washing?

[Lemonxxs]

Welcome to the forum.



Horizontal panels should be touch in front to back motions.



Vertical panels in up and down motions.



This should go for washing applying wax/sealant and buffing.



The purpose is that any swirls possibly induced into the paint will be less likely to be seen under most lighting conditions.



HTH.

[imported_Intel486]

When I dry I don`t even rub. I have found that blotting is just as fast as rubbing if you use a bath towel.

[vettefan67]

Washing is the most damaging thing most Autopians do to their paint. I say this because people here usually use clean very high quality microfiber or 100% cotton for buffing and drying, so washing is the only time you should be touching your dirty car.



I take a long time to wash, anywhere from 1:45 to 4 hours.