Wax applicaton pads

**93fox** · 01-18-2011, 01:54 PM

I recently bought some meguiars gold clasd wax and it comes with an applicaton pad. Now my question is, do the pads have to be washed after every use? Tossed out? Or just store and use again later on?

**Pockets@PoorboysWorld** · 01-18-2011, 02:32 PM

I don't know about the foam applicator pads (assuming the same) But with the microfiber applicator pads I just throw them in the wash with my micro's and they are good to go. I think the wax would get hard on there if you didn't wash it after every use IMO.

Mike Phillips · 01-18-2011, 02:51 PM

You should always use a clean applicator pad to apply a finishing wax, so inspect your applicator pads before and during use and replace when needed.

For show car stuff I would use a new, clean applicator pad. For you're own daily driver, if it looks clean use it.

Applicator pads are cheap, I always tell people to stock up on these you have one when you need it. It's real annoying to be ready to apply something by hand only to find out the only wax applicator pad you have is on the garage floor and dirty. Then you drive your car down to the local auto parts story and try to find something that's quality.

Most applicator pads only cost a few bucks at the retail level so it will cost you more in time, wear-n-tear and gas to drive to the store for just that applicator pads.

Here's a selection, pick up a few of each to try and formulate your own opinion as to which styles you like best...

Mega Applicator Combo Kit

Package of 6 Pinnacle Foam Wax Applicators

Pinnacle Polishin’ Pal Combo

Cobra Microfiber Applicator Pads

Mothers Ultra-Soft Microfiber Applicator Pads

CCS Red Wax/Sealant Applicator Pads 2 Pack

Dodo Juice Basics of Bling Polish Applicator

P21S Foam Wax Applicators 2 Pack

Lexol Premium Applicator Sponges (2)

Meguiars Even-Coat Applicator - 2 Pack

CCS Euro Foam Hand Polish Applicators

Final Step Foam Applicator Pads 2 Pack

Griot's Garage Mini 3 Inch Pad Holder

Griot's Garage 3 Inch Mini Red Wax Pad

Griot's Garage 3 Inch Orange Polishing Foam Pad 3 Pack

**93fox** · 01-18-2011, 11:04 PM

Originally Posted by Mike.Phillips@Autogeek

You should always use a clean applicator pad to apply a finishing wax, so inspect your applicator pads before and during use and replace when needed.

For show car stuff I would use a new, clean applicator pad. For you're own daily driver, if it looks clean use it.

Applicator pads are cheap, I always tell people to stock up on these you have one when you need it. It's real annoying to be ready to apply something by hand only to find out the only wax applicator pad you have is on the garage floor and dirty. Then you drive your car down to the local auto parts story and try to find something that's quality.

Most applicator pads only cost a few bucks at the retail level so it will cost you more in time, wear-n-tear and gas to drive to the store for just that applicator pads.

Here's a selection, pick up a few of each to try and formulate your own opinion as to which styles you like best...

Mega Applicator Combo Kit