If you're reading this, you probably already know what a quick detailer is but for those who aren't so familiar, let me explain.
Quick Detailers are a fantastic option for car care enthusiasts. They can elevate any existing wax and sealants, acting as a sacrificial layer and short-term protection to the wax or sealant already applied underneath, especially if that particular Quick Detailer contains protection elements — usually in the form of synthetic waxes or silicones. There are also Quick Detailers such as Nitro that offer minimal protection but buckets full of gloss — great for light cleaning of fingerprints and dust. These are seen as a traditional Quick Detailer, as opposed to the hybrid type that provides short-term protection, such as Oxide.
Of course, another use of a Quick Detailer is as a drying aid, which we will explain here.
How To Use A Quick Detailer As A Drying Aid
First, complete all wash processes — pre-wash, contact wash, and so on. We do not recommend skipping these steps and going straight to spraying the vehicle with Quick Detailer on a dirty car. This is especially important during the winter months when your vehicle has been subject to road salts, grit and general winter road grime. If overlooked, all that contamination gets worked into the paintwork, guaranteeing swirls and scratches. Our recommendation is a good, thorough pre-wash routine followed by the two-bucket wash method.
Drying a car with little to no protection on the paintwork is difficult — the water sits flat and almost sticks to the surface. Adding a spritz of Quick Detailer to a wet panel increases water repellency, making the drying process much more manageable and quicker. It also adds a little lubrication to the drying towel, which helps avoid any risk of scratching or marring the paint during drying.
The step-by-step process is simple. Starting at the top of the vehicle, apply just a couple of sprays of Nitro to the clean, wet panel. Then, using your Duel Triple Twisted Drying Towel, gently lay the towel across the panel and pull back towards yourself. Repeat until all panels are complete and dry.
A bonus of this method is that you add gloss to the overall finish at the same time, saving you the job of the regular spray-and-buff application to a dry vehicle. This is especially useful during winter, when spending as little time outside in the cold as possible is always the goal.
Caring For Your Drying Towel
When it comes to cleaning your drying towel, use the correct products for the job. Don't reach for any old washing detergent — these will affect the performance and longevity of your microfibre products. We recommend Duel Laundry Microfibre Wash Detergent. Laundry is a dedicated cleaning solution for microfibre cloths and towels, using mild surfactants that clean thoroughly without conditioners that would degrade absorbency and performance.
To see both Nitro and Oxide, and choose the right detailer for your needs, browse the full quick detailers collection.
