How to Wash Microfiber Towels Without Ruining Them
Keep your towels soft, safe, and streak-free with these simple pro tips.
Why Proper Microfiber Care Matters
Microfiber towels are the backbone of car detailing. Whether you're wiping off wax, leveling a ceramic coating, or drying a freshly washed car, these towels need to perform. But one bad wash cycle can leave them rough, linty, or useless. Here's how to wash them right.
Step-by-Step: How to Wash Microfiber Towels
1. Sort by Use
Keep your Softer Than Soft Towels for coatings and delicate paint separate from your general-use towels or wheel towels.
2. Use a Microfiber-Safe Detergent
Stick to fragrance-free, dye-free detergent—or a dedicated microfiber detergent. Never use fabric softener, as it clogs the fibers and ruins absorbency.
3. Wash on Cold or Warm (Not Hot)
Use the gentle cycle with cold or warm water. Hot water can break down the fibers and shorten towel life.
4. Double Rinse
Run an extra rinse cycle to make sure all detergent is removed. Leftover soap = streaks and poor absorption.
5. Dry on Low or No Heat
Either air dry or tumble dry on low. Never use high heat. Microfiber melts easily and can fuse, scratch, or lose softness.
Pro Tip: Avoid Cross Contamination
Don’t wash your Massive Drying Towel with glass towels or compound towels. Keep categories separate to maintain performance.
Recommended Towels from Jimbo’s Detailing
- Everyday Microfiber Towels – perfect for interiors, general cleaning, and quick wipe-downs.
- Massive Drying Towel – ultra-absorbent for safe drying with no streaks or water spots.
- Softer Than Soft Towels – ideal for coating removal and delicate surfaces.
FAQs
Can I use regular detergent to wash microfiber towels?
Only if it's free of dyes, fragrances, and fabric softeners. Dedicated microfiber detergents are safer long term.
What temperature should I dry microfiber towels at?
Low or no heat. High heat can melt and damage the fibers permanently.
How often should I replace microfiber towels?
When they lose absorbency, leave lint, or feel stiff. With proper care, high-quality towels can last 50–100+ washes.
