Best Microfiber Towels to Use with One Step Polish
The wrong towel can smear oils, leave lint, or even reintroduce micro-marring. Here's what to use instead.
When you finish a one step polish job, the last thing you want is to mess it up during wipe-off. Cheap or aggressive microfiber towels can undo your hard work—leaving behind streaks, haze, or lint trails. That’s why towel selection is just as important as your pad and polish combo.
Let’s break down exactly what to use (and what to avoid) when wiping off Picture Perfect Polish or any all-in-one product.
What Makes a Microfiber Towel Safe for Polish Removal?
- High GSM (grams per square meter) – Softer and more absorbent
- Edgeless design – No stitched edges or tags to scratch paint
- Dual pile or ultra plush – Long pile lifts polish, short side buffs clean
If your towel is too rough, too thin, or poorly made, it will create micro-scratches—especially on dark or soft paint.
Top Picks from Jimbo’s Detailing
Everyday Microfiber Towels
A perfect all-around towel for polish removal. These are 16x16, 300 GSM, laser-cut edgeless, and ideal for leveling polish or wax without dragging.
Softer Than Soft Towels
At 550 GSM, these towels are extra plush and ideal for delicate paint finishes or final wipe-downs. They’re what we recommend for dark or soft clears when working with Picture Perfect Polish.
Picture Perfect Paint Bundle
This bundle includes Picture Perfect Polish, the perfect pad combo, and the right towels—ready to go out of the box.
What to Avoid
- Low GSM towels (under 250) – often leave scratches or haze
- Microfiber with stitched edges or tags
- Towels that haven't been washed before first use
Always wash microfiber towels before first use to remove lint. And never use fabric softener—it ruins the fiber structure.
Pro Tip: Use One Towel to Level, One to Buff
Use one microfiber towel to spread and level the polish, and a second clean towel to remove any residual haze. This avoids re-spreading oils or dirt back into the finish.
Shop the Right Towels Now
- Everyday Microfiber Towels (4-pack)
- Softer Than Soft Towels (3-pack or 10-pack)
- Picture Perfect Paint Bundle
