PC Pads

[ptim]

I've read where washing the pads is not good. If they cant be washed, then can you use different types of waxes/polishes on the same pad, or should you have a pad for each product.

At least half of my pads have the backing coming off, from washing them.

[BlueZero]

Re: PC Pads

One pad for each product is a good idea. Label them with a permanant marker. I hand wash mine in a 5 gallon pail. Have you been putting them in the washing machine?

[acsuppa]

Re: PC Pads

ptim, as Bluezero said, you should definitely use a dedicated pad for each product. As far as washing goes, I had problems with the backing falling off after it was hand washed and air dried. I actually had a pad fly off the backing while I was buffing. Most people seem to wash theirs and have no problems. I'm real cusiuos. I washed two pads since my mishap and they seem fine. The only once I haven't washed was the #26 and #20. I used the method that Mike recommends and I've never had any issues. Good luck.

[ptim]

Re: PC Pads

One pad for each product is a good idea. Label them with a permanant marker. I hand wash mine in a 5 gallon pail. Have you been putting them in the washing machine?

No, just washing them by hand.

[ptim]

Re: PC Pads

I used the method that Mike recommends and I've never had any issues. Good luck.

What is Mikes method, maybe I should use that.

[acsuppa]

Re: PC Pads

Basically, he says to squeeze the excess product out of them by using a Microfiber towel while it’s on the PC. You hold the Microfiber on the pad with a little pressure and turn on the PC. You will see a lot of the excess product come off and transfer onto the Microfiber. Then you can allow them to air dry. After their dry, use a soft bristled brush to brush away the old dried product. I store mine in a tool cabinet so that they are protected from dust and dirt. After their dry, I brush them and store them in an open Zip Lock bag.