When it comes to washing cars, the types of products you use can have an impact on the cleanliness of your car. Using the wrong car wash towels can either leave water spots or even scratch it. For professional independent detailers or a standard car wash, choosing a quality towel is key for a polished finish. Here are a few types of towels that are ideal for car washing and detailing:

1. Microfiber Towels

Heavyweight microfiber, like our 16x27 microfiber towels, are a top choice for car washes. They are made from finely woven fibers that are soft and absorbent, and their larger size makes them ideal for drying the body of a car or truck. Microfiber towels are lint-free and won’t scratch surfaces. Traditional microfiber towels are made from short strands that remove dirt and dust easily. They are beneficial for cleaning, drying, and polishing vehicular surfaces without leaving lint or water streaks. Other popular sizes include 12x12, 14x14, and 16x16. 

Microfiber cloths also come in a waffle weave option. A towel with this weave creates square pockets that trap water, and their ridges give extra scrubbing power for tackling raised debris like bird droppings and road grime. The raised ridges also encourage faster evaporation, so the towel dries quicker than a standard microfiber towel.

Non-woven microfiber cloths are disposable, but durable enough to withstand a few washings in a washing machine. They are lint-free and absorbent. Their thinner design is ideal for wiping tight corners, such as the center console area, without scratching surfaces.

2. Cotton Terry Towels

Terry car wash towels are made from 100% cotton and are soft and absorbent. Our terry towels have a selvage or sewn edge that helps prevent the towels' edges from fraying when they are being washed. Lightweight terry towels work well for cleaning a car's wheels and rims. Due to their coarser texture, these towels are ideal for rigorous scrubbing to remove stubborn dirt. Medium to heavyweight terry towels are softer and more absorbent than thinner cotton towels. These weights make towels ideal for wiping down exterior car surfaces. Our 16x27 heavyweight cotton terry towels were made exclusively for car washes. They have a short break-in period and are very absorbent.

3. Cotton Huck Towels

Huck towels are 100% cotton, and they are durable and very absorbent. The cotton material is tightly woven to be lint-free, and they are easy to break-in. Huck towels are ideal for cleaning windows, mirrors, and other glass surfaces. Their lightweight material helps reach tight spaces and corners, which also makes them great for detailing center consoles.

Purchase High-quality Car Wash Towels

Choosing the right towel for your car wash depends on its purpose. You can use microfiber towels for sensitive surfaces, terry cloths for tougher areas, and cotton hucks for glass. Though, towel preferences ultimately comes down to the user and how it best works for you. Towels of different weights are designed to handle different moisture levels. Lightweight towels are ideal for low-saturated surfaces, while heavyweight towels are best for high-saturated surfaces such as the car's body. 

Using high-quality towels at your car wash will help produce superior results that will keep customers coming back. Car cleaning towels from ERC Wiping Products remove dust and dirt from different car surfaces. Our microfiber, terry, and huck car wash towels come in various sizes and colors, helping you keep your car wash organized. The different colors make it easy for your employees to distinguish the different types of towels they use. Visit our website to explore our towel options today.