I NEED the best towels that are COMPLETELY Scratchless

**imported_themightytimmah** · 04-14-2008, 03:16 PM

Detailed Image sells some great towels. You might want to switch up your QD - some lubricate better than others. I`m partial to Meg`s Final Inspection myself.

**Alfisti** · 04-15-2008, 04:16 AM

Originally Posted by Sherri Zann

Don`t forget about 100% cotton made in USA towels. Any microfiber towel will have a tendency to hold little bits of twigs and other scratchy bits, even after washing. Cotton releases dirt completely when washed.

Cotton does release completely but can scratch, regardless of where it`s made.

If you want natural fibre that won`t scratch try Microfiber Plus - Why Our Towels Are Better!

**a.k.a. Patrick** · 04-15-2008, 07:25 AM

Nothing personal Paul, but I have a few issues with some of their statements:

The smaller the diameter, the softer the fabric will feel. This does not mean, however, that it is not abrasive or will not scratch. .......

Compare our terrycloth with those of other manufacturers.

The first thing you will notice is how much softer it is. ........

Then why mention it if it appears relative after all?

In fact, most microfiber cloths that come from the orient are polyester microfiber and will most likely scratch the surface of your car.

Hmmmmmmmm, one could probably make any MF scratch is they work at it....I also know of quite a few suppliers/distributors who sell towels from the Orient, that DONT scratch under normal circumstances/situations.

Am I an authority on MF`s? Nope, but I do have some experience with a few.....:woohoo:

**Alfisti** · 04-15-2008, 08:54 AM

Don`t apologise...I didn`t write it. :chuckle:

I only referenced that page because it highlights `AlpineMicrofiber`. I`ve never used it but a few people I know whom I respect speak highly of it, as they do of quality synthetic MFs. The poster was concerned about synthetic MF which has a tendancy to hold on to contaminants. Natural MF is absorbent but because the fibres aren`t split they release contaminants.

*I`ve* only used synthetic MF and 95% of mine don`t scratch. The ones that do have been demoted to grunge duty.

**imported_MCA** · 04-15-2008, 09:11 AM

I agree that there are sevaral high-quality MF towels available from reputable online vendors. But if you want the best, Pakshak would get my vote. I really like their "ultra-smooth" and "ultra-plush" towels

**BigAl3** · 04-15-2008, 11:24 AM

Originally Posted by a.k.a. Patrick

Then why mention it if it appears relative after all?

Hmmmmmmmm, one could probably make any MF scratch is they work at it...

agreed. not to mention how they are washed/dried and how much pressure is applied can also be factors as well....

**Rob Tomlin** · 04-16-2008, 10:19 PM

I know what MF towels you are referring to from Costco. I have them as well, and I can tell you that they have absolutely no business being anywhere near a cars paint!

Those MF`s from Costco actually become more brittle after washing! We use them for cleaning around the house (counter-tops, sinks etc) NOT for car detailing (on the paint anyway).

**Legacy** · 04-16-2008, 10:34 PM

Originally Posted by MCA

I agree that there are sevaral high-quality MF towels available from reputable online vendors. But if you want the best, Pakshak would get my vote. I really like their "ultra-smooth" and "ultra-plush" towels

Second that!!

**darkRide** · 04-20-2008, 08:28 PM

Originally Posted by truzoom

How are you washing your towels? Do you use fabric softener?

I don`t want to hijack the thread, but can I ask why?

I just used my waffle weave towels for the first time and after I machine dried them with a sheet of fabric softener, along with the sheepskin mitt.

Have I ruined them already?

**MattB** · 04-20-2008, 08:32 PM

I use Meguiar`s MF towels on my car and haven`t had any scratching issues.

**Eliot Ness** · 04-21-2008, 07:18 AM

Originally Posted by darkRide

I don`t want to hijack the thread, but can I ask why?

I just used my waffle weave towels for the first time and after I machine dried them with a sheet of fabric softener, along with the sheepskin mitt.

Have I ruined them already?

The fabric softener will cause the WW to not absorb as readily as they used to. Hopefully one time one be that bad for them and a good wash will get them back to normal.

**David Fermani** · 04-21-2008, 07:37 AM

Wow - That damage is from the MF? It looks like they were contaminated with debris to cause that severe of scratching? How is the polish creating this deep of damage? Looks like some of those scratches can be felt with your fingernail. I can`t see how a polish (or even a strong compound for that matter) can cause scratch that bad? Even in super soft paint.