Tire Dressing applicator - what's a good material

[ShineMyCar]

For those that are using in Tire Spray product, what's an ideal material of the applicator.

After I clean a tire, I am experimenting with various spray products. I'm not happy with the spray and set method, it seems to waste too much product and sling a little. I'd like to use an applicator to apply product more evenly and efficiently.

I stopped by Autozone to pick up an applicator. They only had one choice it was a soft porous foam pad on a handle advertised as tire gel applictor. The material didn't look like something that would work well with spray finish I was trying out, so I chose not to grab it.

For those who use liquid based tire sealant & an applicator, what is your applicator material of choice. Should I go back and get the Autozone applicator or look for something else.

Thanks

[cleanmycorolla]

I use Megs endurance tire gel, with a foam applicator, something similar to this....Tire & Trim Dressing Applicator

[Nicholas@Autowerx]

I haven't found an applicator that I like well enough to suggest. I have started using Megs Hyper Dressing 4:1 applied with a small air brush. I use very little product, it is very precise and fills in all the tread around the edge of the tire. Plus, I can use the same method for the wheel wells.

[mswerb]

I have found that foam applicators work best, as stated above.

[Chris's FX4]

Originally Posted by mswerb

I have found that foam applicators work best, as stated above.

I like these ones the best right now.

tire foam applicators, tire swipe

Tire & Trim Dressing Applicators, tire swipe, tire sponge

[tdrake2406]

Originally Posted by Chris's FX4

I like these ones the best right now.

tire foam applicators, tire swipe

Tire & Trim Dressing Applicators, tire swipe, tire sponge

got myself 2 for $3 at autozone and they are an off brand. I really like them because they have a good handle and are shaped to the tire so you can the round contour all on one swipe

[jrs1418]

Foam pads break down easy. Ive gotten these microfiber pads from walmart that are holding up pretty good.

[ezriderga]

If you want the best applicator at the best price, go to (Dollar General) and buy the 6 pack of sponges for $1.00. I have tried several things and these win hands down.

You can spend more if you want but more money does not ALWAYS mean better quality. For the OP, go buy a pack of these and if they don't work for you, I'll send you your dollar back.

[ezriderga]

These specific sponges are called Grip Sponges. They can be purchased online as well. No I don't have a financial interest in Dollar General. I'm just trying to help my fellow detailers.

[WickedLou9]

I use an applicator that I found at Pep Boys.
Looks like this not sure if it's THIS one or one like it)
http://www.detailsupplyonline.com/im...applicator.jpg

I have never had an issues with them wearing out. I don't run a detailing shop though. Just a hobbyist. I probably use it maybe a dozen times a year.