I tried the microfiber wash for the first time today and had really good results. I did not separate the different towels and everything came out clean and fluffy.
Good to know, I enjoy detailing my truck but don't have tons of microfiber towels and everytime I hear wash separately or buy specific detergents I end up buying new towels and throw the old ones away
I really do appreciate the fact you showed us how to hand wash. I never thought to use my grit guard. My mrs is going mental because the wax in my cloths has gotten on my kids clothes :-s thank you
I swear chemical guys have all the essential you need for you car!!! Didn't even know there was such thing. I've been washing my cloths with regular laundry detergent and wondered why the dirt wouldn't come off.
And 3 different dryers because you don't want the residue to coat the interior of the barrel and it will cause cross contamination. And because there will be airborne fibers when you open the dryer, to avoid cross contamination, you will need 3 different laundry rooms. But then, you have the issue of central air systems circulating the contaminated air to all the rooms so you will need 3 different houses. preferably in different zip codes. In different states. to make sure you don't get cross contamination.
I simply don't understand the need to separate the colors. The whole purpose of washing the towels is to get the dirt, wax, product, etc. out of the microfiber. If I'm washing 6 green towels and 2 blue towels together, you're arguing that the debris from the green towels will somehow come clean but move over to the blue towels that are being cleaned in the exact same load?? That makes no sense. You're either cleaning your towels or you're not.
Chemical Guys Why? I understood your explanation the first time, but I honestly just don't see how it makes any difference. It's an honest question. So you use the different colors for different purposes but the only physical difference between the towels is the color. Correct? One's not a heavier knap than the others or some such. So again if you're washing the towels to remove the contaminants, regardless of what part of the car they were picked up from, they should come clean no matter if they're washed with like colors or not. What you're essentially suggesting is that one color towel gets cleaner than the others for whatever reason, and that doesn't make any sense.
Holadude96 What we are suggest is that you separate towels to avoid cross-contamination. Using Grey towels to clean wheels will fill the towel with brake dust. Green towels never touch the wheels, thus if you wash the brake dust filled towels and waxing towels together, there is a chance that brake dust may become impregnated in the green towel. Now if you go to wax your car, the small amount of brake dust maybe cause swirls and scratches on the paintwork. This does happen often, and when you are detailing sensitive paintwork, any particulate matter that is inside the microfiber fabric will scratch the paintwork. These problems can be prevented by washing towels in color-coded groups. Plus, if you are washing "6 green towels and 2 blue towel", you should really wait till more towels are dirt to wash a bigger load. Washing bigger towels together saves water and energy.
Chemical Guys I understand that. I guess the point of contention here is that if you're worried about cross contamination, then your towels aren't getting completely cleaned, hence my comment in my original reply..."you're either cleaning your towels or you're not". Regarding towels being washed in my hypothetical, those numbers were picked completely arbitrarily for the sake of illustration.
Its just like the man says, different colored towels are intended for different areas of the vehicle. Take a brand new car drive it 2 miles. The grime and\or dirt on the lower part of the door will be different than that of the roof. Going the little extra distance to keep things clean is only assisting to reduce the risk of cross contamination of the tiny particles that may not get completely washed out. I have been detailing in different situations including body shops for a while (thats a whole different beast). Proper care of your equipment is essential BECAUSE OF:: #1. Stupid people wanting to use my stuff, #2. Flying micropieces of steel or dirt from people grinding, sanding, sweeping, and welding near me:----- realized pretty fast that I have no choice to PUT my towels, washing mitts (one just for black cars!,one for nasty dirty cars, & one for everything else), AND all buffing pads ALL in separate ziplock bags AFTER cleaning those. I also make sure im not dusty. May seem silly but I keep my buffer clean as well, wiping down the cord once in a while too. This all sounds like a lot but its worth it. Clean the stuff that cleans your stuff you know. Ignore the ignorant chemical guys, for you know what you're doing.
Also, when they take the towels out of the dryer the can is marked "dirty green towels" so unless they wash the can after emptying it they're cross contaminating the clean towels immediately.
Most fabric softeners are made from sheep fat with fake scents added. The scent agents might be toxic but the fat is not. The reason to avoid using them with microfiber towels is the fat will coat the fibers and make the cloth much less absorbent.
What about washing filthy towels that you don't want in your nice clean washing machine? Can they be soaked/pretreated in a bucket using Chemical Guys pad cleaner solution prior to putting in the washing machine?
I wash microfiber towels by hand using CG microfiber wash. I fill a bucket with warm water, place a dirt trap at the bottom put the detergent and the towels and just rub them gently for a few minutes and hang them dry. Is this an effective method? Thanks in advance
Hi Humberto, Microfiber Wash is designed to be used in the machine or by hand, so if you are successfully getting all of the dirt, embedded contaminants, and spent product out of the microfiber towels by hand washing, then that's totally fine! The problem can occur when you do not completely remove those things and they come back to haunt you on your next detail. So, just make sure to get everything totally out of the towel! We also recommend drying your towels in the dryer. Thanks for watching and make sure to check back tomorrow for a new video upload!
just got some workhorse towels , a wooly mammoth, and 2 applicators. It says to wash these before my first use. So i was wondering can I just throw them all together before my first use since they havent been used yet?
In the video it recommends to wash separately and I agree with you but what about drying can I do one big load where they all dry together? I mean they should just be damp cloths right nothing more? Thanks you guys rock!!
It sounds crazy but think about it this way, would you wash your regular clothes with a dirty work uniform? I’m positive most people won’t, especially if the work uniform has stains that are difficult to remove such as grease.
It’s sounds silly, separating by grade but it works and the best I’ve found is to buy an inexpensive portable washer and simply use it for all my microfiber towels. You won’t use as much water and you have a dedicated washer to do it. I use a light detergent nothing special and I get perfect results. And it would be bad business not to have a product placement when doing an instructional video in your area of business so I get that but I’ve never let an ad dictate anything to me so I guess I’m different
How's it going, I think you should use the Glass and Window Waffle Weave Towel, or the workhorse blue towel with nonsense or inner clean. Be sure to spray directly into the towel, DO NOT spray directly on to your electronics. Make sure to buff off immediately, don't let the chemicals sit as they absorb into the screen and damage the sensitive electronics underneath.
Is this soap safe to use in my personal washer and dryer like it won't cause any cross-contamination for my face cloths shower towels and clothes for future loads?
@@ChemicalGuys good yeah I just my skin type of hypoallergenic so I was just making sure it's not going to let you know leave any residue from the car cleaning agents behind. What's the name of the soap to buy again?
So if I used a very basic, organic, no scent detergent for maybe 2-3 washes then are my microfiber towels messed up? They seem fine to me. If I washed them with the microfiber wash would that help them get back to pristine condition?
Thanks for the awesome question, and being a member of the Chemical Guys family. Tumble them dry on low heat or no heat. High heat will literally melt the fibers while fabric softener and bleach will eliminate the electric charge that makes microfiber so effective
i have a ton of microfiber towels which i have used for different projects..my question is this..will my project towels ever be clean enough to be used on my windows. or do i have to get a new set or color of towels that can only be used for my windows..thanks
Hi! We recommend the Glass and Window Waffle Weave Towel to clean any windows or mirrors. We recommend never cross contaminate any microfiber towels and always have them labeled. Thanks for watching and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family! Check link below. -CG Henry🤙 www.chemicalguys.com/Glass_and_Window_Waffle_Weave_Towel_p/mic_707_1.htm
This is a great process and all but for some of us this will take to long. I only own a couple of microfiber towels and having to separate them and wash them three at a time Is inconvenient to me. I'll just wash them all together. This will work great for guys like you who own a ton.
Good God. Why so many nasty comments. Thanks for the video CG. If people want to wash their towels a different way go right ahead, but why complain about every single thing on the video. Some people can’t even wash their underwear correctly maybe that’s why.
There is actually some great information in here. For example, I’ve been washing my towels in warm rather than hot to avoid damaging them. I guess I was wrong. Good stuff, CG. To hell with the haters.
Are the yellow, blue, and green microfiber towels made of different materials, or are you just doing that to keep them separated into different category's?
Hey Alex. that's a great question. The microfiber towels are all 70/30 blend microfiber with laser cut edges to prevent scratching. They were color coded so that you wouldn't mix them up. Green for paint, blue for windows , yellow for interior, black for wheels, tires, engine bays, and grey for leather. You don't want to use the towels you used for your wheels on your paint because wheels have abrasive break dust that can damage your clear coat. You can use the towels in any order you see fit, in any color combination you see fit as long as you don't confuse them. Stay tuned Alex, we've got more great videos launching this week. C.G. Alex -
I use your color system for my towels I’m curious tho, for towels with wax or let’s say V36 that I buffed off can I wash these with my green colored towels I use for quick detailing ? What about the VPR or silk shine dressing will those be okay to mix with my towels I use for interior? Trying to not cross contaminate
Hi Anthony, good question. We separate microfiber towels based on colors. So all the green exterior towels can be washed together, but you don't want to mix the green exterior towels with the yellow interior ones or the blue glass ones. Thanks for watching, Anthony, and thanks for being a part of the Chemical Guys family!
Washing Washes Everything away, their should be no cross contamination if your washing machine did it's job right. . if that is the case, then your washing machine is Washed out. Time to get yourself a new one. I just read below and I see this ? was somewhat answered :o/ Anyways I guess this video is your suggestion and how you wash them, So we have to respect that. It is also not a bad idea for places that do alot of Detail and have Employees, This way they all follow a pattern. Thanks for taking the time to make the video :o) I have a set of LG Modern Front Load Washing Machine and Dryer. I don't have to wait for a large load, I can just do one piece at a time, Since it has Sensors that detect , how many pieces it has and how much water to use. I have seen my machine wash with Half a gallon of water for just one tiny or a two piece load.
Hey Chemical guys. Great video. Bought some of the wash as well. My question is, since I DO use dryer sheets (fabric softener) for my normal day to day clothing, etc., am I still ok to put the microfiber towels in my same dryer just without a dryer sheet? Or will the any "leftover" from past dryer sheets affect the micro fibers?
Hey there, I'll be glad to answer that for you. You should be fine to use the dryer without the sheets, it won't damage the towels as long as you dry on low, and wash on hot.
Hey Andre! Thanks for tuning in. Microfiber towels are recommended for a scratch-free finish. The fibers lift and trap water drops and particles to carry it off of the surface of the vehicle whereas a chamois drags the water across the surface leaving the potential to scratch or swirl the finish. - Happy detailing!!
Hi, great question. Yes, Microfiber Wash is formulated to be safe for use with standard & high efficiency machines. Thanks for watching and make sure to check back later today for a new video upload!
What if I only have a few towels from you guys? Like 5 total, and they are all different colors. What should I do then? Wash each towel separately ???? Or can I just put it all together in the wash? The only towels I have is a grey "waffle weave drying towel" and a "red happy ending" towel for wax and clay bar lubricant and a black regular microfiber towel to dry the tires and sometimes another happy ending towel for my quick detail spray. They are 1 towel each for different purposes. What should I do? I don't wanna waste water and soap for 1 towel but you guys are saying not to gross contaminate either. So what's the best option? Also I have a front facing facing wash. How would I add the soap in?
If you don't want to use a washing machine, you can wash them in a bucket of warm water and scrub them on a grit guard or with a brush. Once they're done, you can hang dry them but it won't have the best results as it would with a washer and dryer.
For a front loader washing machine, you ought to be able to add the cleaner to the detergent tray/dish on your unit. You should get the same results as you would adding it to a top loader.
I make my own laundry detergent with borax Super Washing Soda baking soda OxiClean and zote soap it seems to be very efficient at all my delicate needed washables will it still be safe enough to use on these towels?
Hi Jeff, thanks for sharing that with us. The main items not use when washing microfiber towels are bleaches and fabric softeners. Microfiber towels are the perfect drying towel for detailing because they are ultra soft laser cut strands, and they have a static cling that attracts dirt when the towel makes contact with the paint. Bleaches burns the fibers causing them to become hard and abrasive, the coarse fibers end up scathing your paint which will then need to be polished later. Always wash in hot, and dry on low to maximize the life of your towels. I think one soap is enough as well, we have a microfiber detergent available on our website if you want the perfect detergent that's completely safe for your towels. www.chemicalguys.com/Microfiber_Wash_Detergent_16_oz_p/cws_201_16.htm C.G. Alex -
Chemical Guys glad I'm hearing that I'm doing something right thanks and have a great day and I'm slowly picking up more and more your products you seen if you have the best selection and awesome products as well thank you for that
That's great Jeff, we're glad that the demonstrations make sense for you, and that our products have a practical purpose. Thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family, and stay tuned for more awesome videos. Two more to go this week! C.G. Alex -
@@ChemicalGuys no it is NOT .... if you leave them outside they pick up all the dust that's in the air. THis and the hot water suggestion and I am now questioning all your products.
Hi Eric! Good question. We recommend washing any microfibers applicators and towels with Microfiber Wash Cleaning Detergent. Chemical Guys Microfiber Wash is a specialty detergent that cleans and restores microfiber. Microfiber Wash removes wax, polish, dirt, grease, and stains, and leaves microfiber goods with a fresh scent. I will link down below Chemical Guys Premium Grade Microfiber Applicator. Thanks for watching and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family! - CG Henry www.chemicalguys.com/Premium_Grade_Microfiber_Applicator_p/mic_292_02.htm
I know this is an old video, but it doesn't hurt to ask. Unfortunately, I do not have a dryer, and I do not have a place where I can go nearby to dry them. I know that air-drying them is worse and makes them crinkle, but is it actually that bad to dry them by air?
@@ChemicalGuys thanks for replying, that’s how we know you guys are good, I’m about to order a lot from you guys, gonna try to start a side detailing business!
Cleaning garage towels separately from household is good enough for me. The key is a detergent that breaks down the buildup with hot water and an extra rinse cycle. That color separation is OCD unless you have to clean a full load of each at a time. Notice the use of ALL or any other good laundry detergent. HOT WATER is key.
There is a lot of stuff that some consider OCD. I am the sort that is in between not caring at all what towels i use and being like these guys. My cars usually look pretty good for several years but I could definitely improve on that if I wasn't so lazy.
Hey guys, outstanding channel with many great vids! Question: How many washes will your microfibers hold up through? Not so much concerning the staining and soiling which can vary to use/application (I did kill one with a single use cleaning up a differential!) ... but more over the life of the towels under normal use. How to know what the "life span" is?
Depends on how they're used and depends on how they're washed. But, with regular use I would say 6-8 months. Maybe 15 cleaning cycles before they should be replaced, the fibers are not nearly as effective after that point.
I'm confuse, some detail guys say wash microfiber in cold and not hot? Which one is it.... Pan the organizer has a whole video on washing them and say don't wash them hot use warm or cold
So let me get this straight. When washing microfiber towels that have been used for different purposes, the dirt will come loose and attach it self to another towel? You should probably buy a new washing machine, it sounds like the one you have now is broken since it won't remove the dirt from the microfiber towels you are washing.
So, I don't have any microfiber wash liquid and I don't intend to buy any. Its the weekend and I need to get my towels clean for a show I am getting the car ready for. What is the best alternative laundry detergent I can use to clean the towels?
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Washing on HOT ruins them! Microfiber melts at only 140 degrees!During drying he even admits hot is bad...after he just washed em on hot 140+ degrees lol.
HI Ivan, I can tell you our process of washing microfiber towels. First, separate microfiber towels by type into designated wash & dry loads. Keep grimy towels separate from cleaner paint towels,. Start by washing "cleaner" towels first, then finish with the grimier ones. Hot water is able to open up the fibers to better release dirt and grease. Don't use fabric softener because then it'll clog up and render them nonabsorbent. Machine dry in LOW heat because as you said, high heat cooks the fibers, making them hard and prone to scratching paint. Again, don't use fabric softener because it'll clog and render them useless.
I use Ajax and laundry detergent when I clean my microfiber cloths I never ever ever dry them in the dryer but I do air fluff them after they've been air-dried so they don't shrink
I should've watched this before washing my towels ^^' granted they're new towels and I haven't really used any waxes and whatnot other than car wash soap and some tire and rim cleaner
Chemical GuysChemical Guys I do not have a heat setting, so what do I use I have a no heat option. Wish i had this years ago. I messed up so many towels I always washed them in cold water.
+Chemical Guys. Do I have to separate towels of the same color if some towels are much dirtier than others? Also, can I wash the green towels with the CHEMICAL GUYS MIC_507_03 - PROFESSIONAL GRADE PREMIUM MICROFIBER TOWEL WITH SILK EDGES if they were used to dry a car after washing?
I dont run a detail company so i dont go insane like this. I throw them in the washing machine, choose the hot water setting, use a small amount of a non scented detergent and then dry them immediately. I them fold them and put them in a $10 plastic tub from home depot. I wash my cars every couple weeks and do a good interior clean once a month or so. Honestly, the cars stay pretty spotless and at the end of the day thats why i do it. If i really beat up a microfiber i toss it.
Hey! Using hot water to microfiber will not melt them, it will open up the fibers and release suspended product. Drying in high heat will burn the fibers. Thanks for watching and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!
We highly recommend machine dry because of the risks involved when hang drying your towels, like bugs and other pollutants falling on it. The next best thing is hang drying your towels indoors. Although, it will take longer, it's the less risky alternative.
My microfiber towles wouldn't grab anything after a couple of washes. I learned I need to wipe down the dryer with alcohol before I used it and run the washer empty. My wife loves some Snuggle softener like we own stock in.
Hi Martin, We have to know more about how you washed them incorrectly and how badly damaged the microfiber towels are. Send us a photo through our email or our Facebook so that we can better evaluate your situation and give you the best path to take. Thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!
Too wasteful with water. We don’t have the luxury of colour-coding our micro-fibre towels here in Southern California. We’re in our sixth year of drought.
Aves Raggiana well we shouldn't have that luxury but I don't think many people care. It's all fun and games until our fosets no longer pour out water. Lol
Robert D. Wasting water is never a good thing. Even when it’s plentiful like it is here in Michigan. We only have so much fresh water and need to take care of what we have.
Because CA is too busy feeding all their water to almond orchards and then adding tons of water to make almond milk, seems very silly your trying to squeeze juice from a nut!
Thanks for the awesome feedback, Andre, and thanks for being a part of the Chemical Guys family! Make sure to check back later today for a new video upload!
I saw different video same guy where he threw all the towels in washer without separating by color ? And now this one you have to wash individual colors ?
It's recommended to separate the various towels because each towel comes into contact with different areas of the car, exposing the towels to dirt and chemicals unique to that section. You don't want break dust on your paint due to break dust's corrosive nature. Also you don't want waxes and glazes mixing with your towels, I've had a window towel with glaze or wax on it and smeared on my windshield. There's a logical reason for all of this, you should do your best to keep them apart. Stay tuned for more great videos!
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If you don't have enough OCD problems this will be a nice addition to add to your list of things to do.
I tried the microfiber wash for the first time today and had really good results. I did not separate the different towels and everything came out clean and fluffy.
Hi Dave! Thanks for the awesome feedback, we are glad to have you apart of the Chemical Guys family!
Good to know, I enjoy detailing my truck but don't have tons of microfiber towels and everytime I hear wash separately or buy specific detergents I end up buying new towels and throw the old ones away
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Men treat their shops better then they do their bedrooms.
Joe spam That's where the action is 😊
Men treat their bedrooms like women treat their cars.
Or how men treat the bathroom. My girlfriends step dad and brothers keep the bathroom so disgusting
That's because in a lot of cases their cars treat them better than their women 😊
What if your shop is your house? Shouse?
Wash my microfiber towels all together, never had a problem with wax streaks on my Windows :)
Neither have I 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Must be because you have the Chemical Guys window installed on your car
This actually helps a lot because a lot of people dry on high heat instead of delicate, thanks.
I really do appreciate the fact you showed us how to hand wash. I never thought to use my grit guard. My mrs is going mental because the wax in my cloths has gotten on my kids clothes :-s thank you
I swear chemical guys have all the essential you need for you car!!! Didn't even know there was such thing. I've been washing my cloths with regular laundry detergent and wondered why the dirt wouldn't come off.
Glad to have you as part of the Chemical Guys family!!
I came to see if this was pushing a new product... and YEP... there it is..
LMAOOO you're right!
i think they're jerking us off "microfiber wash". i've never seen jeans wash? or t-shirts wash?
Knows no shame at all.
They are the masters at “creating a problem” and having the “solution”
Normal detergents have fabric softener which will degrade the micro fiber towel so it won't do as good a job
You need 3 different washing machines for 3 different colors of microfiber towels.
...and they have to be Chemical Guys branded washing machines too!
He says dont wash together they cross contaminate then lays each on the other piles lol
And 3 different dryers because you don't want the residue to coat the interior of the barrel and it will cause cross contamination. And because there will be airborne fibers when you open the dryer, to avoid cross contamination, you will need 3 different laundry rooms. But then, you have the issue of central air systems circulating the contaminated air to all the rooms so you will need 3 different houses. preferably in different zip codes. In different states. to make sure you don't get cross contamination.
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"Microfiber" word count: 54
I will go back and verify that
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Appreciate your dedication
Thanks a lot, now I have to rewatch the video and see for myself...
omg it's so bored,I heard all the time microfiber this microfiber the other....i stop the video in 4rth minute,I tried hard to see it
New drinking game!! Take a shot every time he says "Microfiber".
Deviousmendez well im lightweight so im about to be fucked up 😂😂😂
Dont do that, you will die
Did this got alcohol poisoning went to the hospital now Im back here. Don’t listen to random youtube comments.
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Deviousmendez do I send my Emergency Department bill to you or Chemical Guys?
Asking for a friend...
I simply don't understand the need to separate the colors. The whole purpose of washing the towels is to get the dirt, wax, product, etc. out of the microfiber. If I'm washing 6 green towels and 2 blue towels together, you're arguing that the debris from the green towels will somehow come clean but move over to the blue towels that are being cleaned in the exact same load?? That makes no sense. You're either cleaning your towels or you're not.
Holadude96 You should re-watch the video.
Chemical Guys Why? I understood your explanation the first time, but I honestly just don't see how it makes any difference. It's an honest question. So you use the different colors for different purposes but the only physical difference between the towels is the color. Correct? One's not a heavier knap than the others or some such. So again if you're washing the towels to remove the contaminants, regardless of what part of the car they were picked up from, they should come clean no matter if they're washed with like colors or not. What you're essentially suggesting is that one color towel gets cleaner than the others for whatever reason, and that doesn't make any sense.
Holadude96 What we are suggest is that you separate towels to avoid cross-contamination. Using Grey towels to clean wheels will fill the towel with brake dust. Green towels never touch the wheels, thus if you wash the brake dust filled towels and waxing towels together, there is a chance that brake dust may become impregnated in the green towel. Now if you go to wax your car, the small amount of brake dust maybe cause swirls and scratches on the paintwork. This does happen often, and when you are detailing sensitive paintwork, any particulate matter that is inside the microfiber fabric will scratch the paintwork. These problems can be prevented by washing towels in color-coded groups. Plus, if you are washing "6 green towels and 2 blue towel", you should really wait till more towels are dirt to wash a bigger load. Washing bigger towels together saves water and energy.
Chemical Guys I understand that. I guess the point of contention here is that if you're worried about cross contamination, then your towels aren't getting completely cleaned, hence my comment in my original reply..."you're either cleaning your towels or you're not".
Regarding towels being washed in my hypothetical, those numbers were picked completely arbitrarily for the sake of illustration.
+Holadude96 it's one way to help make themselves look more professional, but completely unnecessary imo. like you said, either they're clean or not.
Its just like the man says, different colored towels are intended for different areas of the vehicle. Take a brand new car drive it 2 miles. The grime and\or dirt on the lower part of the door will be different than that of the roof. Going the little extra distance to keep things clean is only assisting to reduce the risk of cross contamination of the tiny particles that may not get completely washed out. I have been detailing in different situations including body shops for a while (thats a whole different beast). Proper care of your equipment is essential BECAUSE OF:: #1. Stupid people wanting to use my stuff, #2. Flying micropieces of steel or dirt from people grinding, sanding, sweeping, and welding near me:----- realized pretty fast that I have no choice to PUT my towels, washing mitts (one just for black cars!,one for nasty dirty cars, & one for everything else), AND all buffing pads ALL in separate ziplock bags AFTER cleaning those. I also make sure im not dusty. May seem silly but I keep my buffer clean as well, wiping down the cord once in a while too. This all sounds like a lot but its worth it. Clean the stuff that cleans your stuff you know. Ignore the ignorant chemical guys, for you know what you're doing.
"all buffing pads ALL in separate ziplock bags" Good Idea
"You don't want to cross contaminate between towels..."
*sets dirty interior towel on top of window towels* 🤦♂️
Also, when they take the towels out of the dryer the can is marked "dirty green towels" so unless they wash the can after emptying it they're cross contaminating the clean towels immediately.
You made it clear what happens when you use softeners, but is ok to use normal laundry detergent?
Good advice on the fabric softener/dryer sheets. Toxin-laced, you don't want that stuff on anything that's touching your skin.
Most fabric softeners are made from sheep fat with fake scents added. The scent agents might be toxic but the fat is not. The reason to avoid using them with microfiber towels is the fat will coat the fibers and make the cloth much less absorbent.
@@zone4garlicfarm softener is just deionised water and some surf actonts and perfume . No fatty acids ( animal fats
Mostly cows )
What about washing filthy towels that you don't want in your nice clean washing machine? Can they be soaked/pretreated in a bucket using Chemical Guys pad cleaner solution prior to putting in the washing machine?
Do you use a dryer sheet to dry them or no? If so, which one?
I wash microfiber towels by hand using CG microfiber wash.
I fill a bucket with warm water, place a dirt trap at the bottom put the detergent and the towels and just rub them gently for a few minutes and hang them dry.
Is this an effective method?
Thanks in advance
Hi Humberto, Microfiber Wash is designed to be used in the machine or by hand, so if you are successfully getting all of the dirt, embedded contaminants, and spent product out of the microfiber towels by hand washing, then that's totally fine! The problem can occur when you do not completely remove those things and they come back to haunt you on your next detail. So, just make sure to get everything totally out of the towel! We also recommend drying your towels in the dryer. Thanks for watching and make sure to check back tomorrow for a new video upload!
I sure hope that you're using a CG bucket and CG dirt trap.
just got some workhorse towels , a wooly mammoth, and 2 applicators. It says to wash these before my first use. So i was wondering can I just throw them all together before my first use since they havent been used yet?
can i use my regular washing machine, will that cross chemicals used with my clothes?
Thank you for this. No more ruining my microfiber towels. Much appreciated
Enjoy your detailing products!!
In the video it recommends to wash separately and I agree with you but what about drying can I do one big load where they all dry together? I mean they should just be damp cloths right nothing more? Thanks you guys rock!!
Na I'm good mine are going in the laundry like all my towels ain't nobody got time for that chief
It's almost like you don't care about the... Details.
@@SolarTideVibes Or it’s almost like there ain’t time for all of this nonsense. Mans is smart and throwing em in the luandry
It sounds crazy but think about it this way, would you wash your regular clothes with a dirty work uniform? I’m positive most people won’t, especially if the work uniform has stains that are difficult to remove such as grease.
its a good idea but im not washing just a few towels lol
If I mixed my towels and used fabric softener can I undo it by washing my towels more than once? With microfiber soap.
It’s sounds silly, separating by grade but it works and the best I’ve found is to buy an inexpensive portable washer and simply use it for all my microfiber towels. You won’t use as much water and you have a dedicated washer to do it. I use a light detergent nothing special and I get perfect results. And it would be bad business not to have a product placement when doing an instructional video in your area of business so I get that but I’ve never let an ad dictate anything to me so I guess I’m different
what micro fiber would be best for laptop screen & what liquid should i use
How's it going, I think you should use the Glass and Window Waffle Weave Towel, or the workhorse blue towel with nonsense or inner clean. Be sure to spray directly into the towel, DO NOT spray directly on to your electronics. Make sure to buff off immediately, don't let the chemicals sit as they absorb into the screen and damage the sensitive electronics underneath.
Which color code towel do you recommend for engine bay cleaning/detailing?
Red
Easy to remember a traffic signal color pattern, right? Red means stop! Don't use this on interior or exterior!
Is this soap safe to use in my personal washer and dryer like it won't cause any cross-contamination for my face cloths shower towels and clothes for future loads?
Absolutely!
@@ChemicalGuys good yeah I just my skin type of hypoallergenic so I was just making sure it's not going to let you know leave any residue from the car cleaning agents behind. What's the name of the soap to buy again?
So if I used a very basic, organic, no scent detergent for maybe 2-3 washes then are my microfiber towels messed up? They seem fine to me. If I washed them with the microfiber wash would that help them get back to pristine condition?
Thanks for the awesome question, and being a member of the Chemical Guys family. Tumble them dry on low heat or no heat. High heat will literally melt the fibers while fabric softener and bleach will eliminate the electric charge that makes microfiber so effective
i have a ton of microfiber towels which i have used for different projects..my question is this..will my project towels ever be clean enough to be used on my windows. or do i have to get a new set or color of towels that can only be used for my windows..thanks
Hi! We recommend the Glass and Window Waffle Weave Towel to clean any windows or mirrors. We recommend never cross contaminate any microfiber towels and always have them labeled. Thanks for watching and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family! Check link below. -CG Henry🤙
www.chemicalguys.com/Glass_and_Window_Waffle_Weave_Towel_p/mic_707_1.htm
Any alternative if we dont have the microfiber wash ? Can i use car shampoo?
This is a great process and all but for some of us this will take to long. I only own a couple of microfiber towels and having to separate them and wash them three at a time Is inconvenient to me. I'll just wash them all together. This will work great for guys like you who own a ton.
JEMY JEM so hand washing is the best method? Well that’s if you color code them. I also own a few and that’s what I might start to do
Good God. Why so many nasty comments. Thanks for the video CG. If people want to wash their towels a different way go right ahead, but why complain about every single thing on the video. Some people can’t even wash their underwear correctly maybe that’s why.
Hi! Thanks for the awesome feedback, glad to have you apart of the Chemical Guys family!
There is actually some great information in here. For example, I’ve been washing my towels in warm rather than hot to avoid damaging them. I guess I was wrong. Good stuff, CG. To hell with the haters.
I know this product is highly recommended, but we used regular liquid wash detergent
Can you mix and match color batches in the drier? Or keep all colors separate for the entire process?
Can I just use regular detergent to wash the Speed Mamouth microfiber cloth?
Hey! Avoid using detergents that contain bleach, fabric softeners and starch as these will damage the microfiber.
I just installed my third washing machine to try this system. Unfortunately I now have no room in my garage to keep my C8. Seriously, great video!
Enjoy your detailing products!
Question.. Can you dry all your towels together once they are washed? Or still have to do it separate?
Hi there! It is perfectly fine to dry freshly cleaned microfibers together.
Does it gum up your washer or can you use your washer for regular Laundry too?
Hey Paul! It is perfectly safe for your washing machine.
Are the yellow, blue, and green microfiber towels made of different materials, or are you just doing that to keep them separated into different category's?
Hey Alex. that's a great question. The microfiber towels are all 70/30 blend microfiber with laser cut edges to prevent scratching. They were color coded so that you wouldn't mix them up. Green for paint, blue for windows , yellow for interior, black for wheels, tires, engine bays, and grey for leather. You don't want to use the towels you used for your wheels on your paint because wheels have abrasive break dust that can damage your clear coat. You can use the towels in any order you see fit, in any color combination you see fit as long as you don't confuse them. Stay tuned Alex, we've got more great videos launching this week.
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I use your color system for my towels I’m curious tho, for towels with wax or let’s say V36 that I buffed off can I wash these with my green colored towels I use for quick detailing ? What about the VPR or silk shine dressing will those be okay to mix with my towels I use for interior? Trying to not cross contaminate
Hi Anthony, good question. We separate microfiber towels based on colors. So all the green exterior towels can be washed together, but you don't want to mix the green exterior towels with the yellow interior ones or the blue glass ones. Thanks for watching, Anthony, and thanks for being a part of the Chemical Guys family!
Washing Washes Everything away, their should be no cross contamination if your washing machine did it's job right. . if that is the case, then your washing machine is Washed out. Time to get yourself a new one. I just read below and I see this ? was somewhat answered :o/ Anyways I guess this video is your suggestion and how you wash them, So we have to respect that. It is also not a bad idea for places that do alot of Detail and have Employees, This way they all follow a pattern. Thanks for taking the time to make the video :o) I have a set of LG Modern Front Load Washing Machine and Dryer. I don't have to wait for a large load, I can just do one piece at a time, Since it has Sensors that detect , how many pieces it has and how much water to use. I have seen my machine wash with Half a gallon of water for just one tiny or a two piece load.
Won't the hot water damage the microfibre haswell? Because mricrofibre melts at anything over 60°C?
Yup, its better to wash with cold water which was mentioned in another video.
Hey Chemical guys. Great video. Bought some of the wash as well. My question is, since I DO use dryer sheets (fabric softener) for my normal day to day clothing, etc., am I still ok to put the microfiber towels in my same dryer just without a dryer sheet? Or will the any "leftover" from past dryer sheets affect the micro fibers?
Hey there, I'll be glad to answer that for you. You should be fine to use the dryer without the sheets, it won't damage the towels as long as you dry on low, and wash on hot.
Chemical Guys Awesome! Thanks! Loving the products and they videos too! Keep kicking ass.
I am glad to see that a valid question has a valid answer. Usually great questions wont get answered.
What's your preference in drying your car after washing; microfiber towel or the typical chamois ?
Hey Andre! Thanks for tuning in. Microfiber towels are recommended for a scratch-free finish. The fibers lift and trap water drops and particles to carry it off of the surface of the vehicle whereas a chamois drags the water across the surface leaving the potential to scratch or swirl the finish. - Happy detailing!!
I see my electric, and water, bill getting higher. Not to mention my wife getting upset over me washing “less than full” loads. 🤦♂️
meanwhile, I take my bar of soap and rub on the dirty spot,rub them and wash em all under the sink.
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What is this video about? Everybody say it, Microfiber towels!!!!
Is it okay that I use the Microfiber Wash even if I hand wash the Microfiber cloth?
Absolutely, that is totally fine!
@ chemical guys, I understand about the bugs and pollutants, but is it OK to dry in direct sunlight?
Yes
Would you add those dryer sheets or say just low heat only
Hey! Good question, just use low heat/tumble dry.
Chemical Guys is so gangsta for posting these vids. One of the reasons I buy.
Is this product ok if you have one of those High-Efficiency washer machines?
Hi, great question. Yes, Microfiber Wash is formulated to be safe for use with standard & high efficiency machines. Thanks for watching and make sure to check back later today for a new video upload!
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What if I only have a few towels from you guys? Like 5 total, and they are all different colors. What should I do then? Wash each towel separately ???? Or can I just put it all together in the wash?
The only towels I have is a grey "waffle weave drying towel" and a "red happy ending" towel for wax and clay bar lubricant and a black regular microfiber towel to dry the tires and sometimes another happy ending towel for my quick detail spray.
They are 1 towel each for different purposes. What should I do? I don't wanna waste water and soap for 1 towel but you guys are saying not to gross contaminate either. So what's the best option?
Also I have a front facing facing wash. How would I add the soap in?
If you don't want to use a washing machine, you can wash them in a bucket of warm water and scrub them on a grit guard or with a brush. Once they're done, you can hang dry them but it won't have the best results as it would with a washer and dryer.
For a front loader washing machine, you ought to be able to add the cleaner to the detergent tray/dish on your unit. You should get the same results as you would adding it to a top loader.
hooosifa you must buy enough of each color to make a full load of each color.
I make my own laundry detergent with borax Super Washing Soda baking soda OxiClean and zote soap it seems to be very efficient at all my delicate needed washables will it still be safe enough to use on these towels?
Hi Jeff, thanks for sharing that with us. The main items not use when washing microfiber towels are bleaches and fabric softeners. Microfiber towels are the perfect drying towel for detailing because they are ultra soft laser cut strands, and they have a static cling that attracts dirt when the towel makes contact with the paint. Bleaches burns the fibers causing them to become hard and abrasive, the coarse fibers end up scathing your paint which will then need to be polished later. Always wash in hot, and dry on low to maximize the life of your towels. I think one soap is enough as well, we have a microfiber detergent available on our website if you want the perfect detergent that's completely safe for your towels.
www.chemicalguys.com/Microfiber_Wash_Detergent_16_oz_p/cws_201_16.htm
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Chemical Guys glad I'm hearing that I'm doing something right thanks and have a great day and I'm slowly picking up more and more your products you seen if you have the best selection and awesome products as well thank you for that
That's great Jeff, we're glad that the demonstrations make sense for you, and that our products have a practical purpose. Thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family, and stay tuned for more awesome videos. Two more to go this week!
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Can the microfiber be dry under the sun? Would that cause damage to the microfiber?
Hey! It is perfectly fine to let your microfiber towels air dry.
@@ChemicalGuys no it is NOT .... if you leave them outside they pick up all the dust that's in the air. THis and the hot water suggestion and I am now questioning all your products.
I use the chemical guys microfiber wash and it works great I do get them really dirty so I use a little extra
Thanks for your awesome feedback, we are glad to have you part of the Chemical Guys family!
Hot water will melt the fibers. Wash in cold or warm dry on low or no heat
You're right 👍.
You have the applicator pads shown. How are those supposed to be cleaned?
Hi Eric! Good question. We recommend washing any microfibers applicators and towels with Microfiber Wash Cleaning Detergent. Chemical Guys Microfiber Wash is a specialty detergent that cleans and restores microfiber. Microfiber Wash removes wax, polish, dirt, grease, and stains, and leaves microfiber goods with a fresh scent. I will link down below Chemical Guys Premium Grade Microfiber Applicator. Thanks for watching and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family! - CG Henry
www.chemicalguys.com/Premium_Grade_Microfiber_Applicator_p/mic_292_02.htm
I know this is an old video, but it doesn't hurt to ask. Unfortunately, I do not have a dryer, and I do not have a place where I can go nearby to dry them. I know that air-drying them is worse and makes them crinkle, but is it actually that bad to dry them by air?
Hey! It is perfectly fine to air dry your microfiber goods.
@@ChemicalGuys thanks for replying, that’s how we know you guys are good, I’m about to order a lot from you guys, gonna try to start a side detailing business!
Cleaning garage towels separately from household is good enough for me. The key is a detergent that breaks down the buildup with hot water and an extra rinse cycle. That color separation is OCD unless you have to clean a full load of each at a time. Notice the use of ALL or any other good laundry detergent. HOT WATER is key.
There is a lot of stuff that some consider OCD. I am the sort that is in between not caring at all what towels i use and being like these guys. My cars usually look pretty good for several years but I could definitely improve on that if I wasn't so lazy.
Thanks CG ! I usually take my towels to the local laundromat you products are the best.
NEW DRINKIG GAME! every time he says "microfiber towel" take a drink... youll be hammered with in 60 seconds! by 2:00 you'll have alcohol poisoning
I tried that and died. Thanks for nutin
Hey guys, outstanding channel with many great vids! Question: How many washes will your microfibers hold up through? Not so much concerning the staining and soiling which can vary to use/application (I did kill one with a single use cleaning up a differential!) ... but more over the life of the towels under normal use. How to know what the "life span" is?
Depends on how they're used and depends on how they're washed. But, with regular use I would say 6-8 months. Maybe 15 cleaning cycles before they should be replaced, the fibers are not nearly as effective after that point.
Chemical guys always trying to sell u some stuff.... lol it’s just soap guys
Can you guys also do a video on the different hexlogic pads?
I use synthetic program at 60°C.
Is it good?
I'm confuse, some detail guys say wash microfiber in cold and not hot? Which one is it.... Pan the organizer has a whole video on washing them and say don't wash them hot use warm or cold
So let me get this straight. When washing microfiber towels that have been used for different purposes, the dirt will come loose and attach it self to another towel? You should probably buy a new washing machine, it sounds like the one you have now is broken since it won't remove the dirt from the microfiber towels you are washing.
Would allowing the towels to air dry in my garage make a huge difference to the final result over using a commercial dryer?
Nope
So, I don't have any microfiber wash liquid and I don't intend to buy any. Its the weekend and I need to get my towels clean for a show I am getting the car ready for. What is the best alternative laundry detergent I can use to clean the towels?
Try to use something WITHOUT fabric softener or bleach.
Avoid the stuff with scents or additives. Go with something plain, Jane.
G P Tide Free&gentle
I've used vinegar to get wax out.
my daughter has babyganics soapfor her clothes . maybe I'll use that since it's made out of plants.
I know this off topic but what is that wall mount rack shelf thingy in the background I love it and I want to know where I can get one for myself?
There a Grid-wall Panel Organizer
Here's a Google Image Link:
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Let’s drink a shot of whiskey every time they say “here at chemical guys”
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Washing on HOT ruins them! Microfiber melts at only 140 degrees!During drying he even admits hot is bad...after he just washed em on hot 140+ degrees lol.
HI Ivan, I can tell you our process of washing microfiber towels. First, separate microfiber towels by type into designated wash & dry loads. Keep grimy towels separate from cleaner paint towels,. Start by washing "cleaner" towels first, then finish with the grimier ones. Hot water is able to open up the fibers to better release dirt and grease. Don't use fabric softener because then it'll clog up and render them nonabsorbent. Machine dry in LOW heat because as you said, high heat cooks the fibers, making them hard and prone to scratching paint. Again, don't use fabric softener because it'll clog and render them useless.
Ivan 5 I guess it depends how hot your water is, my hot water heater is set lower than that.
@Chemical Guys
Or, you should just air dry them instead.
Sorry to tell you but no water heater will get over 140*... theres not a higher setting than 140. 99% of your residential houses are only set to 120*.
I use Ajax and laundry detergent when I clean my microfiber cloths I never ever ever dry them in the dryer but I do air fluff them after they've been air-dried so they don't shrink
So can I mix them together but wash them in separate bundles 🤔🤔
SUPER informative!!! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
I remember being told to wash microfiber towels on cold because the heat destroys the micro hooks in the material.
I was told to wash them with cold water too 🤔🤔
We need a shop tour my guy
Great suggestion!
I should've watched this before washing my towels ^^' granted they're new towels and I haven't really used any waxes and whatnot other than car wash soap and some tire and rim cleaner
Happy detailing!
Chemical GuysChemical Guys I do not have a heat setting, so what do I use I have a no heat option. Wish i had this years ago. I messed up so many towels I always washed them in cold water.
MOODYGIRL420 Videos really
4G93tGSR Yes, it has heat then it has no heat.
Hot water? Or Warm water?
Absolutely love your products. I finally have a way to clean shine and protect by new Jeep wrangler JKU.
That's awesome, glad you like it, I just used some to clean my car over the weekend, it looked better than the day I drove it off the lot.
is it the towels or the washing machine that has to be different colors ?
+Chemical Guys. Do I have to separate towels of the same color if some towels are much dirtier than others? Also, can I wash the green towels with the CHEMICAL GUYS MIC_507_03 - PROFESSIONAL GRADE PREMIUM MICROFIBER TOWEL WITH SILK EDGES if they were used to dry a car after washing?
I dont run a detail company so i dont go insane like this. I throw them in the washing machine, choose the hot water setting, use a small amount of a non scented detergent and then dry them immediately. I them fold them and put them in a $10 plastic tub from home depot. I wash my cars every couple weeks and do a good interior clean once a month or so. Honestly, the cars stay pretty spotless and at the end of the day thats why i do it.
If i really beat up a microfiber i toss it.
doesn't using a hot wash with microfiber burn or even melt the fibres ?
Hey! Using hot water to microfiber will not melt them, it will open up the fibers and release suspended product. Drying in high heat will burn the fibers. Thanks for watching and thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!
Please do a tutorial on correct way to wash dishes.
what if you don't have a dryer? do you just air dry? is it okay to dry in sunlight?
We highly recommend machine dry because of the risks involved when hang drying your towels, like bugs and other pollutants falling on it. The next best thing is hang drying your towels indoors. Although, it will take longer, it's the less risky alternative.
He should use the word "Microfiber" more, people forget what he's talking about.
Will use it as a drinking game video at partys.
My microfiber towles wouldn't grab anything after a couple of washes. I learned I need to wipe down the dryer with alcohol before I used it and run the washer empty. My wife loves some Snuggle softener like we own stock in.
If i already washed them incorrectly, could i follow this and somewhat restore them so they don't cause swirl marks?
Hi Martin,
We have to know more about how you washed them incorrectly and how badly damaged the microfiber towels are. Send us a photo through our email or our Facebook so that we can better evaluate your situation and give you the best path to take. Thanks for being part of the Chemical Guys family!
Too wasteful with water. We don’t have the luxury of colour-coding our micro-fibre towels here in Southern California. We’re in our sixth year of drought.
Aves Raggiana well we shouldn't have that luxury but I don't think many people care. It's all fun and games until our fosets no longer pour out water. Lol
Oh boo hoo. Move to Michigan, close to Lake Michigan where you can leave the taps on 25 hrs a day, 8 days a week!
Robert D. Wasting water is never a good thing. Even when it’s plentiful like it is here in Michigan. We only have so much fresh water and need to take care of what we have.
Because CA is too busy feeding all their water to almond orchards and then adding tons of water to make almond milk, seems very silly your trying to squeeze juice from a nut!
@@2006gtobob Sure. Drink the leaded water in Michigan anytime and get you some brain damage.
Great job and right to the point.
Thanks for the awesome feedback, Andre, and thanks for being a part of the Chemical Guys family! Make sure to check back later today for a new video upload!
You guys are over the top and some many things, but thats probably what makes you successful...
I saw different video same guy where he threw all the towels in washer without separating by color ? And now this one you have to wash individual colors ?
It's recommended to separate the various towels because each towel comes into contact with different areas of the car, exposing the towels to dirt and chemicals unique to that section. You don't want break dust on your paint due to break dust's corrosive nature. Also you don't want waxes and glazes mixing with your towels, I've had a window towel with glaze or wax on it and smeared on my windshield. There's a logical reason for all of this, you should do your best to keep them apart. Stay tuned for more great videos!