What is a microfiber cleaning cloth? Well, dear reader, a microfiber cleaning cloth is a small square cloth comprised of synthetic fiber finer than 1/100th the diameter or a human hair.[2] One often finds such cloths accompanying a pair of glasses. A set of six can be had for less than $9.00 on the internet.
Why should I keep one in my car? Most automobiles will have shiny bits[3] that invite you touch them. And when (like a moth to the flame) you do, you will invariably leave finger prints and smudges over said shiny bits. Microfiber cleaning cloth is particularly adept at removing oil from surfaces without smearing and will thus remove these blemishes and leave your car looking show-room clean. Microfiber cleaning clothes also remove dust from center consoles, dash boards, instrument panels, navigation screens, etc… without scratching the surface. Additionally, the microfiber cleaning cloth will clean up a pair of sunglasses. And so the microfiber cleaning cloth also enhances safety
Isn’t this overkill? No, it is not. Moreover, detailers and car washes cannot be trusted to properly clean your dash and navigation screens. And if they scratch these surfaces, the manufacturer may have to replace the entire unit, not just the screens. So save yourself the emotional and financial pain by simply using the microfiber cleaning cloth. You’ll be glad you did.
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[1] Or anywhere out of the sight of his passenger. Should one’s passenger see the Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, one will be accused of being obsessive compulsive. Accept the gibe with grace and aplomb. To do otherwise will merely add fuel to the fire.
[2] The Gentleman Motorist is not a scientist and has relied on Wikipedia for certain “factual information.
[3] Carbon fiber inlays, brushed metal, and polished wood are particularly laborious surfaces to keep smudge free. The microfiber cleaning cloth works swiftly and with minimal effort.