CHEAP, FAST and EASY ways to clean and maintain your wool, microfiber or foam polishing pads!!!

[@apexdetail85]

What do you use to clean those pads out? and how often?

[@pjii28602]

If I'm at my Dad's shop I use air.... Mobile just a brush and sometimes just change pad. I will be trying to use Tide and peroxide now thanks!!!

[@djkofi365k7]

Apex Detail Good video brain.... showed a good wide variety of options for us to see. I don’t have forced air so I will use ipa spray and steamer. I like the way u deeply explained wreaking the pads with water and washing machines

[@DjBann]

Recently started using Poorboy's World Tornado Pad Cleaner. Its really great stuff. I usually try to brush them after every panel.

[@GDavis49]

I’ve used CG pad cleaner with good results. Thanks for showing so many economical alternatives.

[@kikcodog]

I was very surprised how good CG's pad cleaner worked and a little goes a long way. I tried it on some really nasty foam pads with dried on product and they came out like new.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I use compressed air and a brush while detailing. I use a Microfiber and foam pad cleaner from Griot’s Garage to clean the pads thoroughly after a detail.

[@apexdetail85]

FAB Automotive Detailing 👌🏻

[@danilshamalta3455]

Sweet!! I just hand wash them , thumbs go numb after a while 😂

[@apexdetail85]

I bet!😁

[@supercharged00gtp]

I've been throwing them in a bucket with 4 gallons of water, a few glugs out of the white vinegar jug and the citrus based simple green to soak. I would wring them out a few times them pull out blow with compressed air and leave to dry. I will be trying the Tide trick, I already have it mixed up for interior use thanks to your tips in older videos. I appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge as usual my friend. - Rich

[@apexdetail85]

White vinegar!! Another good tip!!!👍🏻👍🏻

[@parkview113]

really good sir and thank you - Interest was cleaning DA pads on fly (LC Force foam 5"). Bill Kerr in UK

[@davidb4167]

This is the video I've been waiting for! I just bought some lake country force pads and I'm going to do some paint correction next weekend on my car.

[@apexdetail85]

Great choice! Great pads!👍🏻

[@mohamedbendahib2032]

Love the way how u keep it always simple :)

[@apexdetail85]

No need to over think it!👍🏻

[@watagump1]

Simple green citrus then blast them with my pressure washer. Put them back on my polisher and spin the water out.

[@apexdetail85]

watagump1 👌🏻

[@edsonherald3720]

! ! ! AWESOME ! ! ! ! ! ! SIMPLE & EFFECTIVE ! ! !

[@Samuelfish2k]

Can you show the difference between a pad that has been thoroughly cleaned and thoroughly rinsed but not with the peroxide rinse vs. 1 that has? Show the difference in how they both work and affect when used to polish paint. Would love to see the difference.

[@peteypablo4849]

Good info! I use the chemical guys cleaner. Works great but it goes so fast, lol. I’m going to try the tide! Thanks Brian!

[@apexdetail85]

I will go fast... mix up some IP and try that as well.

[@vincealince_SRT]

This was needed, I truly wondered why my pads were separating from the Velcro layer. I would wash in bucket and tide and squeeze product out. I had that I was putting too much pressure on pad while correcting. But I’m sure it was my cleaning method. I’m gonna use the compressor much more and purchase a steamer

[@Clint_L]

Great video B as always. Love the Tide tip. I’ll try it. Usually I am APC or Strip-Ease to remove residue

[@apexdetail85]

Strip Ease! Absolutely!

[@GSP-76]

I've just used a cleaning solution for my pads made by Adams I believe and used my hand in the sink under hit water...it takes me while to clean this way but it works...I need to get a brush to help aid in the process.

[@gregfisher216]

Great video as always Brian.I really like your tip on residue control this gives a lot better finish and extends the life of the pad ,because those dudes can be rather costly! A little tip , spraying out pads between passes is a messy outfit and this stuff will go everywhere. It is good to have bucket to catch the chemical as you spray off of the pad.

[@dougwickland3303]

Like the legions b4 me, as an old guy driveway detailer of two mid-size SUVs I am grateful to benefit from your straightforward instructional videos and experienced-based opinions. I am writing to humbly request clarification about this comment you made at around the 4:10 mark in the video: “I have an IP solution which is 25% isopropyl alcohol, the rest is water.” Not trying to be pedantic, but I am wrestling with deciding which of the following (or something else) that you mean: 1. You filled a spray bottle 25% full with isopropyl alcohol and the rest of the spray bottle with water (and if so, what dilution strength of alcohol?), or; 2. You made a a 25% dilution of isopropyl alcohol? Many thanks!

[@dougwickland3303]

Anybody have an interpretation of what the correct solution mix is (see Qs above)?

[@sharifsircar]

Basically treat it like a car seat! Thank you!!

[@richardfabrizio8998]

Thanks, Brian. Very helpful

[@danmorrissette4814]

This is Great.... Keeping it simple!! Thanks!!

[@briandraper7630]

Brian, would I be able to just use the steamer and then a brush while the pad is spinning to blow it out during correction? Without using my APC?

[@briandraper7630]

For a wool pad

[@dragan3290]

And I was boiling in washing detergent and water on a camping stove. Only way I could get the really firm pads clean as a whistle!

[@GavDetails]

So the peroxide cleaner can be used solo ? How do you feel about the pad cleaning spurs ? And are any "adjustments" needed to clean a Rupes LHR 15 ? Just wondering about the DA motion of the pad. Better to use air ? Sorry for the 20 questions, really enjoy the videos !

[@stimpynguyen4419]

Hey Brian. Do u use chemicals to clean out pads in between corrections ? Or only use chemicals to clean the pads when u are finished with them?

[@apexdetail85]

Hung Nguyen only at the end of the day.

[@charlieboi20vt]

Hi Brian Thanks for such a great video love all you’re KZbin content So for cleaning foam polishing pads what product do you recommend best Thank you

[@MiguelMartinez-yb7dm]

nice explanation

[@jamesbiedlar590]

Great video B Thanks!!

[@apexdetail85]

James Biedlar 😁👍🏻

[@sonnyjohnson4715]

i use apc and compressed air, a toothbrush or a spur , and a water hose

[@apexdetail85]

sonny johnson 👌🏻

[@cwright1386]

Thank-you, this was very helpful.

[@mikeyp2447]

I use a steamer as well!

[@apexdetail85]

Effective... just be aware of not damaging the pad with extremely high temps.

[@theeabster1983]

Thanks a million. this helps a lot

[@troyg2747]

Do you not rinse out these chemicals with water and let dry before adding more product

[@MatthewWebb62024]

What do you mean by a "pass" as in, "clean the pad after every pass". (newb)

[@matthewdaniels2450]

A pass is classed as a section so you polish an area of 2ft square then you clean the pad out and move on to the next section

[@AntonioRodriguez-bd1sd]

Thank you for the info.!! Excelente vídeo.!!

[@abhayprabhu4256]

Love your contents...😎 I have a coido 6016 rotatory polisher with fixed pad and removable cotton microfiber...Can I use it for polishing car using polishing compound...?

[@richardseem7948]

nice informative video buddy.as always great video again.

[@apexdetail85]

Thank you....CHEERS!!

[@zzhughesd]

How does one know when a wool pad is exhausted please. Thanks Dan

[@autoartistdetail]

I AM FROM PAKISTAN, and i am new to detailing. i have a question about the quantity of pads for a whole car, i mean that how many wool pads need to compound a car and how many foam pads need also

[@shoaibmanai1660]

It depends on what you are up against, there is no defined rule. Each job is different

[@liionelbooon]

Hi Brian, hoping you'll respond to this old video. For wool pads, typically how many panels would u do before cleaning them? Would the same process be applicable? APC + Toothbrush and spin?

[@loopsandthreads5028]

Great tips!!

[@apexdetail85]

Loops And Threads 😁👍🏻

[@romeoang3749]

Hi Apex, can I check how much psi air compressor should I use to blow the pads? Thank you. 😊

[@marklin0124]

I use dawn, in a sprayer bottle. I may saturate the face a bit ON water, spray the face, then use my hands to push out the residue, rinse and push out. Repeat. Till all I push out is clean water. Then attach the pad to the DA, spin in dail 4, then air dry.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Brian do you use any Malco Products?

[@apexdetail85]

Cant say I have.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Apex Detail You might want to check them out. They sell professional use products.

[@dragan3290]

Wax and grease remover? Can you use methylated spirits too. And compressed air?

[@RB54DaBears]

HI Brian, question. How about cleaning my foam pads with simply just wiping it with a Microfiber towel?? I have the LC orange pads and I've been wiping it after every pass to always keep it clean, it seems it's working pretty good but just wanted to get your professional opinion. TIA

[@christopherweir9419]

I spray a little ONR diluted 1:16 and use a microfibre towel, with the machine at speed 1, then blow out with air.

[@billbuss7542]

When do you normally use a wool pad.

[@alifadenan7560]

Hello, is it save using IPA + water to clean Foam and wool pad and brush it? and rinse it with water?

[@statusquoreject]

How do you know when a pad (wool/microfiber/foam) is done and can no longer be used/must be replaced?

[@quiksilver0715]

Do you believe a handheld air blower like the sidekick blaster would have enough force to blow out the pads? I've tried to clean the pads on my DA after every pass of a panel with a small brush and having the DA spinning on the highest speed setting and I feel like the pad doesn't get clean

[@theeabster1983]

When you say clean out the pads at every pass so every time you do a two by two section you go over and spray tide on it and run the air through it to clean it out and then spray the peroxide to neutralize the tide chemical and then go back and do another 2 by 2 foot area and repeat?

[@Crondar777]

I just watched the video and I posted the same question. He did not explain what he meant by a pass.

[@jamevay]

@@Crondar777 he said he only does it at end of the day. Between panels only brush and compressed air. That is what I understood.

[@2010stoof]

Is it safe to do these cleaning ways with a DA with it having to free spin while cleaning?

[@blankv8057]

My shark hot pressure washer turned away down pretty much makes my pads new again other than that I blow th m out with air after every panel or so

[@IcarusTECH]

What do you use during corrections with foam pads if the pads start getting saturated with product? Wouldn't air just push the product deeper into them? Thanks!

[@Brian-dj3ru]

A brush.but an air compressor get off a lot of residue

[@IcarusTECH]

@@Brian-dj3ru Thanks for the info.

[@hakman239]

What does ipa do before blowing out the pad

[@elonmust7470]

Pads get caked with compound 5 minutes after starting; so what's the point?

[@lonnielane4326]

Brian, great video. I’ve been using Chemical Guys polishing pad cleaner on all my pads (Microfiber, wool and foam). It seems to clean great. I wanted to know what you thought about using this product with the pad on the machine and using a brush and or air on the pads in between each use. I’ve been switching pads and waiting until the end to clean them all. Would I need to use something to remove the chemical before adding additional product or would it be safe to continue using it once the pad has been cleaned with the brush while spinning and or brush and air if air is available? Your method would save me a lot of time and pads. But I wanted to make sure it was safe to continue using the pads with this product and cleaning it while on the machine.

[@lonnielane4326]

I also have the Chemical Guys Trim Cleaner to remove wax + oil but never thought to use it to clean pads with.

[@apexdetail85]

Yes... I clean them while correction without removing them... between each pass.

[@pjii28602]

The orange buff and shine works nicely for me i have flex 3401

[@apexdetail85]

Great combo!👍🏻

[@christopherweir9419]

You might find the Lake Country Forced Rotation pads give better cut as they are designed especially for the Flex 3401.

[@rickreese4188]

Mr Brian, is it possible to clean wax and or sealants out of a pad with success? Or is it better just to bag them until next use of that same product?

[@apexdetail85]

You will be successful enough for the pad to keep being effective.

[@charlieboi20vt]

Nice video thanks what drill attachments do you use ?

[@trashpanda2396]

Looks like a drill brush they sell them on Amazon

[@mattfoster1493]

How do you clean pads DURING a polish or cut, do you soak the one not being used and then clean it, alternating?

[@christopherweir9419]

Buy more pads 😉

[@254JROCK]

Good tricks& tips as always thanks B

[@apexdetail85]

254JROCK 😁👍🏻

[@2010stoof]

So any chemicals I use during correction while cleaning I have to finish with peroxide mix to neutralize the chemicals? Like put on chem, brush on low, blow air on low, then peroxide spray, blow out with air, ready for next panel?

[@2010stoof]

are these methods hes showing save to do with a DA? many say you shouldnt free spin a DA..

[@nicorallysport]

And the pad washer, it works well? I have a meguiar washer pad with cleaner snappy clean pad powder but still not use 😅, I intend to do: cleaner spray on the pad, then go into the washer pad and let dry in the open, when do you think Brian? I also have a pad brush, can it be used on all kinds of pads (foam, microfiber, wool pads, foam wool pads etc.)? thank you in advance

[@scottysecretlyloveschrysle1417]

Do you still use this method??

[@Crondar777]

When you say you clean them with every pass...what is a pass? Is it a panel or one side of the car, or the whole car?

[@brenthill5596]

Example. Put down enough product to do half a hood or bonnet. Work the compound in till it's broke down or diminished.That's 1 pass. Clean your wool pad with small brush and Make a 2nd pass over the same area if need be.

[@Crondar777]

@@brenthill5596 Okay, the whole care then...gotcha

[@Greg_P611]

Brian when you say you clean your pads between every pass you don't mean every two by two section do you?

[@christopherweir9419]

Yep, or at least after each panel. Keep your airline close by and it's a quick process.

[@Greg_P611]

@@christopherweir9419 thanks bud

[@jamevay]

@@christopherweir9419 Delta or United?

[@hakman239]

can you use an airline to clean foam pads out after every set

[@jamevay]

American airline works the best

[@joshuakent3972]

The brush looks a little aggressive

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

Why not a wash in the gentle cycle of my washing machine? Spray-nine?really. Wow.

[@socaluberdude6648]

What about using a degreaser? Yah or nay ?

[@apexdetail85]

Yes...but the residue common with alkaline surfactants must be rinsed.

[@elonmust7470]

I live in Apex

[@blankv8057]

Oh I didn’t lislten you said economical ways to clean them the shark pressure washer I have is $5,000 lmao

[@qwikss7522]

Hmmmm, not a fan of not rinsing out the chemical with water. Thanks, though!

[@jamesbiedlar590]

He said he uses a peroxide mixture to neutralize the cleaners.

[@qwikss7522]

Whoops, missed that part!

[@apexdetail85]

The peroxide mixture neutralizes the residue from alkaline surfactants..which is what most pad cleaners are. Chemicals are only used at the end of the day. During correction... it will be forced air.👍🏻

[@tomdowling3994]

I've often wondered what chemical are pad cleaners made with. Thank you Brian for sharing your knowledge. Pad cleaners are very expensive, too expensive for me.

[@anitarajput11]

Unbelievable