Why can’t I use paper towel to apply polishing compound?
Paper towels are made from wood pulp that are too rough and can cause micro scratches in the paint. Avoid using paper towels, old shirts, bath towel, or wash cloth. Old clothes don’t hold very much water and don’t do a good job at buffing. Synthetic fibers of the wash cloth can cause scratches. I recommend using Microfiber towels which have super absorbent fibers which are 100 times finer than a human hair. Q: How do I know what paint I need for my car? A: Each car has a color code printed on the sticker that might be located in different spots depending on the make and model. Some times it takes a while to find it. It might be in a place like drivers door jamb, around the spare tire on a paper tag, underneath the hood, or in the trunk. Q: Where can I order touch-up paint? A: Avoid buying paint from a mega store or an auto part store. They usually carry only universal colors. You need to get a custom color specially made for your make and model. You can order it from a car dealership o
