steel wool to clean windshield ?

**sito** · 08-16-2015, 07:37 PM

Is it good idea to use steel wool to clean windshield?

would steel wool remove dirt?

**medicscott** · 08-16-2015, 07:54 PM

So it will work, but it's NOT a good idea. Steel wool will cause scratches. Even if you use plenty of lube they will probably still be there, you just won't see them (if your lucky). Use a glass polish and a DA. Much safer.

I also use a razor blade with clay lube. Make sure it's a fresh blade. Then clay it. You'll get the majority of contaminants off.

I was always taught no steel wool on windshield. You'll see the hacks at the used car lot doing this all the time.

**FOCUS.FREAK** · 08-16-2015, 07:59 PM

I Personally wouldn't do it. What are you trying to do?

If your just looking to clean for that extra clean.... then why don't use wash/clay/polish/seal. Or get a dedicated glass polish and glass sealant.

**arkus** · 08-16-2015, 08:03 PM

0000 grade is fine on glass

**FUNX650** · 08-16-2015, 08:23 PM

Originally Posted by sito

Is it good idea to use steel wool
to clean windshield?

IMHO: No.

Originally Posted by sito

would steel wool remove dirt?

Yes...In a heartbeat.

Bob

**Evan.J** · 08-16-2015, 08:24 PM

Originally Posted by arkus

0000 grade is fine on glass

This is correct!

When I tint windows I will scrub the rear glass with 0000 steel wool and/or the Blue or White 3m scotch brite pads.

**CDot** · 08-16-2015, 09:03 PM

From Mike himself...

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...tml#post942817

Originally Posted by Mike.Phillips@Autogeek

Count me on the "don't use steel wool on glass" gang...

I don't use steel wool on glass, never have and never recommend it.

I know there are a lot of guys and even detailers that recommend it but steel scratches glass. Just because you cannot visually see the scratches doesn't mean they are not there.

Plus there are a lot of glass polishes available that are safe, no risks at all.