Best Microfiber Towels for Ceramic Coating (And How to Use Them)
Want flawless results when applying ceramic coating or ceramic spray? It all starts with using the right microfiber towels—and knowing how to use them properly. Let’s break it down.
Why Towel Choice Matters for Ceramic Coating
The towels you use for ceramic spray or coating are critical because:
- Wrong towels can leave streaks or haze.
- Wrong towels can scratch soft or black paint.
- Cheap towels can ruin your coating’s finish.
If you want a perfect result → towel selection is just as important as the product you use.
The Best Microfiber Towels for Ceramic Coating
After testing dozens of options → here’s what I personally use and recommend:
✅ Softer Than Soft Microfiber Towel → For Coating Removal + Leveling
- 550 GSM → ultra-plush and safe for soft paint.
- Edgeless → won’t scratch delicate surfaces.
- Perfect for final leveling of Tough As Shell or The Gloss Boss.
✅ Massive Drying Towel → For Pre-Coating Wash + Final Drying
- Super high absorption → ensures a dry surface before coating.
- Minimizes water spots that can interfere with bonding.
✅ Everyday Microfiber Towels → For General Wiping + Panel Prep
- Great for pre-coating panel wipe down.
- Perfect for wipe-off of panel prep sprays or clay lubes.
How to Use Microfiber Towels for Ceramic Coating
Here’s the safe, pro-level process I recommend:
Step 1 → Wash and Prep the Car
- Wash thoroughly with The Super Soaper.
- Clay as needed → dry fully with Massive Drying Towel.
Step 2 → Wipe Down Panels with Everyday Microfiber
Use an Everyday Microfiber Towel to wipe down panels with a panel prep spray or IPA mix → ensures surface is perfectly clean for bonding.
Step 3 → Apply Tough As Shell or The Gloss Boss
- Spray product onto panel or towel.
- Spread with one side of a Softer Than Soft Towel.
- Flip to dry side → level and buff for a perfect finish.
Pro Tips → Maximize Your Results
- Use a fresh Softer Than Soft Towel for each coating job. → Avoid old towels that may have hardened residues.
- Wash towels properly after coating use. → We’ll cover that in an upcoming post → link below!
- Rotate towels often during the job. → Don’t overload one towel → that leads to streaking.
Final Checklist → What You Need
- Softer Than Soft Microfiber Towel → For leveling + final buff.
- Massive Drying Towel → For drying after wash/prep.
- Everyday Microfiber Towels → For panel prep and general use.
- Tough As Shell → For ceramic protection.
- The Gloss Boss → For final gloss layer.
Use the right towels → and your ceramic coating results will instantly look more professional and last longer.
