The Ultimate Microfiber Towel Kit for Car Detailing (What You Really Need)
You’re ready to dial in your detailing game—but with so many towel options, it’s easy to overbuy or under-prepare. So you ask: “What’s the ideal microfiber towel setup for car detailing?”
Here’s the ultimate microfiber towel kit—built for both home users and pros.
1. 🧼 For Contact Washing: Orange Wash Microfiber Towels
- 390 GSM ultra-soft, high pile
- Perfect for use with The Super Soaper
- ✅ Recommended: 2–4 towels per car
2. 💦 For Drying: Massive Drying Towel
- Oversized, ultra-absorbent drying machine
- No pressure needed—reduces swirl risk
- ✅ Recommended: 1 towel per car
3. ✨ For Buffing Coatings or Sealants: Softer Than Soft Towels
- 550 GSM ultra-plush towel
- Perfect for removing Tough As Shell or Gloss Boss
- ✅ Recommended: 2–3 towels per coating job
4. 🧽 For Interior Detailing: Everyday Microfiber Towels
- Low-pile, absorbent, streak-free
- Great for glass, dash, screens, and interior plastics
- ✅ Recommended: 3–5 towels for full interior
Optional Add-On: Tire & Engine Bay Towels
Use older Everyday Microfiber towels or budget towels once your paint-safe towels get demoted. Never mix interior/paint towels with tire or wheel work!
💡 Pro Tip: Color Code Your Towels
- Orange = Paint wash only
- Gray = Interior work
- Dark = Wheels or trim
- White = Buffing ceramic spray or wax
Testimonial
“I finally ditched the big box towels and built my setup with Jimbo’s microfiber. Game changer. Better results, fewer swirls, and they actually last.” – Jordan P.
