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Glass cloths

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Glass cloths are microfiber cloths used in the car exclusively for windows, mirrors, and displays, ensuring they do not leave any wax or residue on the glass. Waffle-weave towels, such as THE COLLECTION "Waffle" with 450 GSM, absorb cleaners and interior film, while smoother-woven cloths are used for a dry follow-up wipe. On window tint film, displays, and head-up displays, they must only be used when clean and soft, and without ammonia-based cleaners.

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  • Pro Glass Towel 230GSM Mikrofaser Glastuch

    Koch-Chemie

    Pro Glass Towel 230GSM Microfibre Glass Cloth

    Low stock (6 units)
    $26.09
    Contents: 2 pieces ($13.05 / piece)
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  • "Waffle" Waffle-Weave Glass Cloth Microfibre Towel (450 GSM)
    450 GSM

    THE COLLECTION

    "Waffle" Waffle-Weave Glass Cloth Microfibre Towel (450 GSM)

    Streak-free glass cloth with high absorbency

    1 piece
    Pre-order
    $6.83
    Contents: 1 piece ($6.83 / piece)
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  • INNOVACAR "100%" Scale, SONAX PROFILINE Waterspot Remover, Soft99 Glaco Glass Compound Roll On, Soft99 Glaco DX and THE COLLECTION "Waffle" — shown in the article “Removing limescale spots from car windows without scratching the glass”

    Lime sits on or in the glass

    On the surface, acid dissolves it. Etched in, only polishing helps.

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  • Meguiars PERFECT CLARITY Glass Towel Mikrofasertuch 1 Stück
    PERFECT CLARITY
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    Meguiars

    PERFECT CLARITY Glass Towel Microfibre Cloth

    Specialized microfiber cloth for streak-free car windows

    1 piece
    $21.98 $24.42
    Contents: 1 piece ($21.98 / piece)
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  • Diamond 280GSM Microfibre Glass Cloth
    Up to 4% off

    The Rag Company

    Diamond 280GSM Microfibre Glass Cloth

    Glass cloth for streak-free cleaning on glass & mirrors

    From $23.02 $23.85
    Contents: 5 pieces ($4.60 / piece)
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  • Glass cloths

    Glass cloths: glass cloths pick up moisture and residue on glass. The weave and the fibre structure are built to take moisture and cleaner residue off.

    A clean cloth and the right side for cleaning or for the final buff keep you in control; care product left in a cloth is what smears the glass.

    Too much choice in Glass cloths? Get help picking:

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Glass Towels

    What is a glass towel and how does it differ from a regular microfiber towel?

    A glass towel is a microfiber towel reserved exclusively for windows, mirrors, and displays. The difference lies not so much in the material as in its history: it has never encountered wax, detailers, or plastic protectants, meaning it does not transfer any residue onto the glass. In addition, there are weaves such as waffle or smooth-weave that are designed for absorption or final buffing.

    Which glass towel should I use wet and which one dry?

    A waffle towel is used damp: it absorbs glass cleaner, water, and loosened film, such as the Waffle from THE COLLECTION. Follow up with a second, dry towel that has low absorbency and therefore leaves virtually nothing behind. The Rag Company recommends using a diamond towel slightly dampened, followed by a clean towel. For the interior, spray the cleaner onto the towel.

    Waffle towel or smooth glass towel: which is better for car windows?

    Neither is better overall; they have different roles. The waffle towel absorbs a lot of liquid and is suitable for the initial wipe and minor drying tasks. A smooth-weave towel has low absorption and is suitable for the final pass. One community user reported switching from waffle to smooth towels. The keys to success are using clean towels and following the correct sequence.

    Why do windows smear on the inside despite using a new glass towel?

    There are three likely causes: the new towel was not washed before its first use, it was in the same drum as wax or polishing towels, or it was too wet. Furthermore, there is the film from off-gassing and skin oils that the first towel must absorb. Check the results against backlight and change the towel as soon as it becomes saturated.

    Can I clean tinted film, displays, and the head-up display with a glass towel?

    Yes, provided the towel is clean and free of sand. For tinted film, XPEL recommends a microfiber towel lightly dampened with water and an ammonia-free cleaner if necessary; 3M advises not to clean newly installed film for 48 hours. Volvo cleans displays with a clean, dry microfiber towel, while BMW advises against ammonia for that purpose. Mercedes-Benz cleans the head-up display with a soft, lint-free cloth without cleaning agents.

    How do I keep glass towels clean so they don't smear?

    Wash glass towels separately from wax, polishing, and wheel towels, without fabric softener and without cotton in the drum. THE COLLECTION approves the Waffle for temperatures up to 60 °C. If the detergent and the towel label specify different temperatures, the lower limit applies. The page Microfiber Detergent explains which detergents remove care product residues from the fibers.

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