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The general purpose microfiber towels are made from the standard terry weave and a blend of polyester/polyamide. They have medium thickness naps are usually thicker than a microfiber polishing towel but not as plush as a microfiber buffing towel.

This type of microfiber towels have no specific purposes and can be equally adept for most of the cleaning tasks. In auto detailing, they are an excellent choice for interior cleaning as well as some of the dirtier jobs that you wouldn't want to use your good microfiber polishing or buffing towel on the exterior.

The densities of microfiber terry towels range between 200GSM and 400GSM.

Microfiber towels that work well for polishing and glass cleaning seem to have the same basic characteristics. First, the towel should be 100% lint free. To achieve this, the towels have tighter weaves and shorter naps than general purpose towels.

For wax and polish residue removal it is important that the nap is short so that the microfiber loops can grip the product residue with little effort. This also makes the microfiber polishing towel an efficient glass cleaning towel that leaves as little water or glass cleaner as possible so the light droplets will evaporate quickly without leaving spots. A good glass towel needs the gripping power of the short nap to successfully remove the residue that causes streaking.

Microfiber glass & polishing towels are generally medium / short nap towels which have a little more bite to remove dried polishes / waxes. They are made of thinner and more firmer material which provide that "bite", with densities being ranged between 220GSM and 300GSM.

There are two different microfiber weaves that make good drying towels: ultra plush terry and waffle weave.

An ultra plush terry towel is two sided, with a long pile on the front side and a short pile on the back side. It works well for drying.

The most popular drying towel material is the Pique fabric that mimics a waffle pattern. The waffle weave design allows the towel to be thinner as the waffle weave works like little cups that absorb the water. The waffle weave makes the towel a more efficient drying towel as it is absorbent, yet thin enough to wring out easily.

Pique fabric isn't more absorbent than terry but the ridges of act as hundreds of little squeegees which push the water up into the cups giving the fabric time to absorb. As with the terry material, it's best to find a fabric that's not too heavy, or you won't be able to wring it out when it gets saturated.

The densities of drying towels are usually 400 or up. The highest quality drying towels offer satin bound edging.

There are a few microfiber weaves that are marketed specifically as "cleaning towels". The nap is very tight and course, and the microfiber strands are not split. These towels have very little absorbency. The intended purpose of these towels is janitorial work, not car detailing.

Fallen in this category of microfiber cleaning towels are pearl weave towels and waffle weave towels.

A microfiber buffing towel is designed for lighter jobs such as light wax residue removal and quick detailing. A quality microfiber buffing towel is a thick, fluffy microfiber that is super soft.

One of the most popular microfiber buffing towels is the ultra plush terry towels that offers a dual nap with a long plush nap on one side and a slightly shorter nap on the other side. Side one is a tight terry towel weave with exceptional waxing power. It excels at buffing off carnauba waxes and sealants. Side two is a deep, plush, terry pile that loves detailing sprays and will bring up the full luster of your paint. Microfiber Buffing Towel is two towels in one!

This fluffy microfiber buffing towel is gentle and works well for removing light wax residue with very little effort and is the perfect choice for quick detailing.

A couple years ago microfiber "suede" fabrics hit the toweling market. These fabrics crossed over into the automobile detailing arena as final wipe towels and final buffing bonnets. I have not been overly impressed with the fabric for automotive use. It is soft, but it does not seem to perform any better on paint (for final buffing) than a general purpose towel.

The Buffing Towel has a nice bound and stitched border for scratchless use. The towel has a dual nap that also makes it an excellent choice for buffing off waxes and quick detailing.

Microfiber cleaning towels make the chore of dusting quick and easy; the special fibers catch dust and dander and trap it more readily than most other methods, making long, quick dusting sweeps effective and efficient. Medium-grade microfiber towels are typically ideal for dusting, because they are less expensive than high-grade towels, but the tighter weave picks up more dust than lower grade cleaning towels.

The small weave of microfiber ensures better cleaning. Some types of microfiber toweles are charged with static electricity, helping to attract loose dust from any surface.

With mopping, there are two categories for microfiber, wet and dry pads. Wet microfiber pads have a coarse texture, allowing for better scrubbing ability yet moves across the floor easily. Dry pads are used for dust mopping and have a softer texture.

Many households hold items or furniture that need to be buffed and shined regularly. For those who wish to avoid using harsh chemicals while still aiming for the best streak-free shine, there are special, small shining and buffing microfiber cleaning towels . These towels are often a finer variety of window-cleaning microfiber towels, with a super-tight weave and luxurious suede feel, and allow users to easily buff and shine precious pieces without the risk of damage from cleaning chemicals.

No more 'balancing act' with a cotton bath towel wrapped around your head. Use a microfiber hair turban after washing or wetting your hair. With the incredible absorption capabilities of the microfiber material, microfiber hair turbans let your hair practically dry itself. This means less damage to your hair from the hair dryer. Also, you'll notice much less tangling since you don't have to rub your hair to dry it.

Traditional towels can be really annoying when it comes to packing and travelling. First of all they are bulky and require a lot of space. Secondly, you cannot just pack one towel. You have to pack two or three of those suckers and lastly, well, they are just a nuisance. But not anymore! You don't have to deal with those heavy traditional towels anymore. Instead just pack a couple of microfiber travel towel and you are good to go.

Specially designed travel towels provide an excellent alternative to traditional towels. The most popular travel towels are ones made of fine quality microfiber suede fabrics. This material is soft like velvet and smooth like a baby's skin. Microfiber travel towels are absorbent, fast drying, durable and versatile. They are lightweight and easy to roll and pack regardless of what you use them for. If you go for a swim and come out to dry, they absorb water faster. Plus, they dry off quite easily and quickly. For a large size travel towel, when folded, it becomes compact and you can store it anywhere easily. You can carry it around in your gym bag, your suitcase, a bag and even in a purse!

Several industries use microfiber cleaning towels as a standard cleaning or care products. In most cases, microfiber cleaning towel manufacturers produce and market specific types of towels for those intended applications.

• Industrial Cleaning: Industrial cleaning companies use microfiber cleaning towels for dozens of applications because of their superior performance compared to standard fabric rags or paper products. In most cases, microfiber cleaning towel manufacturers provide these companies with microfiber cleaning towels of different grades that are color-coded to the tasks the towels are intended to perform. The higher grades of these towels are manufactured to be able to clean and shine objects without the use of chemicals.
• Automotive Repair: Working in the automotive industry means dealing with a wide assortment of chemicals, oils, and greases. Special microfiber cleaning towels are manufactured and marketed for the express purpose of use in the automotive industry, and generally come in the form of disposable, small wipes with a loose weave, which makes them tough on grease and oils.

Many hospitals and patient-care facilities use microfiber cleaning towels in their cleaning procedures because the tight weave and small fibers allows the towels to clean more deeply and easily than other products and without the use of harsh astringents. This makes them ideal for use in patient contact areas, ensuring a reduced rate of pathogenesis between patients and a reduced risk for infection or environmentally-related complications.

Generally, a microfiber cleaning towel intended for outdoor use should be of a lower grade than one intended for indoor applications. A lower grade with looser weave will allow the towel to more easily handle powerful stains, messes, and dirt.

• Auto Detailing: For those car owners who like to give their vehicle the best of care after washing, there are always auto detailing microfiber cleaning towels . These towels, like some other varieties, are high-grade with a special tight weave. To make the job easier, some manufacturers even provide car detailing microfiber mitts alongside towel and towel products.
• Window Washing: The use of paper towels and woven rags to clean windows can leave streaks, paper fiber, or string behind on the glass. To prevent this, many use specialized microfiber towels to clean and dry their windows. Window washing microfiber towels tend to feature a tighter weave than many other varieties of microfiber towels, making them high-grade. They are typically much thinner than other varieties, with a suede-like texture.
• Sports & Travel: Specially designed travel towel provide an excellent alternative to traditional towels. Travel towel are durable and versatile, they are light and easy to roll and pack regardless of what you use them for. If you go for a swim and come out to dry, they absorb water faster. Plus, they dry off quite easily and quickly. The most popular travel towel are ones made of microfiber material. This material is smooth and soft as compared to chamois leather. There are a variety of travel towels you can choose from and here are some:

Microfiber cleaning towels are most commonly used for indoor applications and general indoor cleaning. They are made of thinner materials and fabrics than both outdoor and industrial varieties, and for that reason, are unsuited to heavy use.

• Hair Drying: Low-grade, loose weave microfiber cleaning towels can also be used to help dry hair after showers. For those with hair easily broken or damaged by blow-drying, these towels are super absorbent but also soft and gentle, resulting in less breakages and reduced roughened and split ends. Because of the special types of fibers used, they are also incredibly absorbent, making hair-drying a breeze compared to using traditional cotton towels.
• Kitchen: Kitchen microfiber cleaning towels are usually either low or medium grade microfiber. Smaller surface areas with more polished surfaces will typically require medium grade microfibers for optimum maintenance, while less-polished kitchens with tougher stains, oils, and grease to clean would likely benefit more from low grade microfiber towels. Some manufacturers make specially-designed rolls or boxes of microfiber cleaning towel sheets specifically for kitchen use, so soiled towels can be readily disposed of.
• Dusting: Microfiber cleaning towels make the chore of dusting quick and easy; the special fibers catch dust and dander and trap it more readily than most other methods, making long, quick dusting sweeps effective and efficient. Medium-grade microfiber towels are typically ideal for dusting, because they are less expensive than high-grade towels, but the tighter weave picks up more dust than lower grade cleaning towels.
• Shining: Many households hold items or furniture that need to be buffed and shined regularly. For those who wish to avoid using harsh chemicals while still aiming for the best streak-free shine, there are special, small shining and buffing microfiber cleaning towels . These towels are often a finer variety of window-cleaning microfiber towels, with a super-tight weave and luxurious suede feel, and allow users to easily buff and shine precious pieces without the risk of damage from cleaning chemicals.
• Flat Mop Pads: Low or mid-grade microfiber cleaning towels can be used as a replacement for both wet and dry Swiffer pads. This can be cost-effective for many families, as microfiber towels can be easily reused by simply running them through a wash cycle.