Softest microfiber available?

[Zevulin]

Is 70/30 mix MF the softest available?

[jdubs]

Is 70/30 mix MF the softest available?

While i'm new at this myself I believe it has more to do with the GSM count as opposed to the specific blend. The higher the GSM the "softer" the towel.

Someone please feel free to correct me if i'm wrong.

[grovlet]

I would go more by GSM - The highest I've seen is 1200 - Big Blue Drying Towel

70/30 is the percentage of polyester to polymide - my understanding is the more polymide = softer....

But GSM describes how many fibers are in a sq inch - so that's a better indicator of softness

Technically both are important - but I would expect as GSM goes up you'll find they are more 70/30 than not....

FYI - it's recommended to use the right towel for the right job - you wouldn't want to use a super soft drying towel to remove dirt or apply wax/sealant - but you want a super soft towel to remove dust of buff - also certain types of microfibres are better for glass (waffle weave) vs paint (closed loop)

Microfiber Towels Comparison Chart
http://www.incrediblydetailed.com/mi...ofiber-towels/

[RippyD]

super soft drying towel to remove dirt....

That chart recommends 700 GSM towels for waterless washing. Those work great for me. I also have some 800 GSM towels that work well. My thinking is the more liquid they hold, the better. The 800s hold a ton of water. I also like using the lightest possible color so I can see how much dirt is being picked up.

My drying towels are generally less dense, more absorbent, and much larger.

[Paul A.]

That is a great article on MF and i hope not contrary to any rules here. I have to think it's ok as they are not selling anything.

It explains all the different types of MF and should answer your question with regard to the qualities and uses of the softest towel.

[OptimumAutoSpa]

I really like the Adams double soft towels... the single soft and triple soft are amazing as well.

[Zevulin]

I really like the Adams double soft towels... the single soft and triple soft are amazing as well.

The Adams site lists the MF GSM specs but not the polyester/polyamide specs, any idea what they are?

[Zelfiris]

The highest I own is 1100 GSM and they're way too thick to be practical in most uses. After washing them, it takes a LONG time to air dry.

I say sticking around 700 GSM is good if you're looking to buy new MF towels

[AZpolisher15]

Just personal opinion/preference, but I like waterless/rinseless towels in the 420-470 gsm range. Above that, I find that the weight of a soaked towel gets to be a little heavy. I feel like it takes a little more pressure to hold the towel to vertical panels and just too much weight on horizontal panels (both of which can be compensated for in technique). It's mostly just a "feel" thing, my personal preference.

And regarding that link posted previously-- I think most of those towels are AG towels.

[kevincwelch]

I use the 1100 GSM for rinseless washing my car, which has fairly soft clear coat. For others, I use the 840 GSM towels.

I am extremely happy with Eagle edgeless towels, which I use to apply spray sealants and do my final buffing.

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