The least abrasive of them all, finishing pads are great for finer details and provide light touches to a car that doesn’t need more substantial work (or already had it). This type of buffing pad is made for applying sealants and waxes and is soft enough to not cause any sanding, scraping, or even light scratches to the paint surface, but strong enough to buff these layers in.

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A wool pad is a must for auto detailers as wool fibers are durable and helpful for grinding down flaws and scratches powerfully without adding more of them. This is why a wool pad and variable speed polisher, like these two from PORTER-CABLE, is essential in any car detailer’s kit, professional or otherwise. Microfibre pads are the most recent development of the three. Most of us can testify to the effectiveness of microfibre for a range of uses and it is an equally effective material here too. There is a big range available, from cutting to finishing. The biggest issue with microfibre pads is the heat buildup. They generate more friction than foam or wool and it means they can’t be worked as long. But they also work faster. As such, they are very good for people who know what they’re doing. Foam pads are the most popular type of pad for use on a car polisher and range from hard, dense pads designed for heavy paintwork correction, right through to soft finishing pads suitable for applying anything from a paintwork glaze to your favourite car wax or sealant. When attached to power tools, or even when used by hand, buffing and polishing pads deliver friction from wool, foam, or grit-coated surfaces to buff away moderate defects, aid in paint correction, apply wax or polish, or simply clean away dirt and grime. Great little pad for my pneumatic polisher,” described a customer. “I am a professional auto detailer and only use quality stuff and this definitely holds up to my standards.” Another person noted, “This soft pad stops the chatter marks that you sometimes get when polishing a car.”The wool pads and foam pads come in multiple sizes each and are built for cutting, polishing, and buffing, just be sure to look at the guide before using them as color codes are different across the board. Though these aren’t the fanciest polish and buffing pads, they’re perfect for anyone who needs a well-equipped kit.

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Thomas Regional® are part of Thomasnet.com. Thomasnet Is A Registered Trademark Of Thomas PublishingDon’t be fooled by the softness of microfiber. For a smooth, yet sturdy, polishing pad, these microfiber pads from Megiuar’s are worth the investment. The silky fibers of the material leave surfaces free of swirl marks, but when spun on a rotary polisher or dual action polisher, it can slice through damaged, scuffed up layers. Keeping your car exterior clean is a great way to take care of the aesthetic of your car as well as its longevity. Follow our step by step guide.