How to Wash Microfiber Towels the Right Way
Clean microfiber = clean car. If your towels are gunked up, stiff, or full of residue, they stop working—and start scratching. Here’s how to wash and care for your microfiber towels so they last longer and stay soft enough for even the most delicate paint.
Step 1: Sort Your Towels First
Always separate your towels by purpose:
- 🔵 Interior towels (dust, plastic, glass)
- 🟢 Exterior towels (wash, drying, buffing)
- 🟠 Ceramic coating towels (dedicated only—no cross-use!)
Step 2: Use the Right Detergent
Never use standard laundry soap, fabric softener, or bleach. Use a microfiber-safe detergent that contains no added dyes or softeners. If you don’t have one, use scent-free liquid detergent in a small dose.
Step 3: Wash on Cold or Warm (Not Hot)
Wash microfiber towels on the gentle cycle with warm or cold water. Hot water can melt the fibers and ruin the towel's absorbency and softness.
Want to extend towel life even longer?
Use quality towels like Everyday Microfiber for safe, repeated use
Step 4: Drying—The Safe Way
- ✔️ Air dry when possible
- ✔️ Or use tumble dry on low heat only
- ❌ Never use dryer sheets—they coat the fibers and ruin absorption
Step 5: Store Clean Towels Correctly
Keep your clean towels in a sealed plastic container or drawer. Do not store them in an open garage cabinet where they’ll collect dust or overspray.
Which Towels Are Worth Washing the Right Way?
- Everyday Microfiber Towels – for all-purpose detailing use
- Softer Than Soft Towels – for ceramic coating removal and delicate paint
- Massive Drying Towel – for safe drying without swirl marks
