Reddit mentions: The best household cleaning cloths

Hope this helps! This isn't an exhaustive list of the best professional products but some of the best top rated affordable and highly rated by forums and high subscriber YouTubers. I'll try to answer questions as they come. Thanks for all tye comments and positive/critical feedback. Promise is all helps in the end!

Wash/Decontamination

1. Meguiar’s Gold Class Shampoo Car Wash - $23 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071HR14SJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
2. Mothers California Gold Clay Bar System (Best out of the packaged kits compared to “professional” line expensive clays/lubes) - $16 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002U2V1Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
3. Carpro Iron X Iron Remover 500 ml with Sprayer - $19 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004UM6DLE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
4. CarPro Eraser Intense Oil & Polish Cleanser (Rated a little higher than Gyeon Prep – A few options out there but this is cheap and works great compared to straight IPA spray/wipe. It’s not rough on the clear coat and doesn’t cause issues with using higher % of IPA over time) - $17 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FY0XY1S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
5. 2x Five-Gallon buckets with a dirt guard in the bottom. – Lowe’s $10-$15 with the dirt guard (already had that)
   
   Wheels/Tires
   
6. CarGuys “Premium Wheel Cleaner” - $17 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014V9GFJU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s05?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
7. Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish (Classic Product but you really won’t find a more reliable and top notch wheel polish than this – Here is Amazon link but usually you can pick this up cheaper at Walmart for about $4 or $5 I believe) - $7 - https://www.amazon.com/Mothers-05101-Mag-Aluminum-Polish/dp/B0009H519Y/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1549046381&sr=8-3&keywords=mag+and+aluminum+polish
   
8. 1x 2.5 Gallon Bucket Dedicated To Wheel Cleaning ONLY – Lowe’s $5
   
   Compounding/Polishing
   
9. Meguiar’s New m110 (Newer m105) Compound (Try To Find A 15% Coupon) - $40 - https://www.autopia-carcare.com/meguiars-m110-pro-compound.html#.XFRhIlVKhpg
   
10. Meguiar’s New m210 (Newer m205) Finishing Polish/Swirl Remover (Try To Find A 15% Coupon) - $40 - https://www.autopia-carcare.com/meguiars-m210-pro-finishing-polish.html#.XFRhIVVKhpg
    
11. 6x Pack Lake Country CCS Compounding/Polishing Pads – 3x Orange/2x White/1x Green – $60 (Try to find a usable 15% coupon) - https://www.autopia-carcare.com/ccs-pads.html#.XFRfgVVKhpg
    
12. Meguiar’s PlastX Clear Plastic Cleaner & Polish (Using for rear/front light polishing – Could use your compound to polish as an alternative but I like the protection factor built into this plastic polish) - $5 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AY3SR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
13. Car Foam Drill Polishing Pad Kit - 22x Piece 3” Buffing Pads (Cheap drill adapter + pads for head/tail lights only – You could go with a legit company for 3” pads but for the cost it was a joke and they are only for head/tail lights, NOT paint) - $11 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076ZJMHB1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    Finshing Wax/Protectant/Plastic & Trim Restorer
    
14. Meguiar’s Ultimate Liquid Wax - $16 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HCM9H4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s05?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
15. TriNova Plastic & Trim Restorer (Hard Pressed to find anything as affordable for the ratings) - $13 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AAZ1OAE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    Interior/Glass Cleaners
    
16. 303 PROTECTANT: Interior & Exterior UV Protectant (Use it to wipe leather seats, dash, and plastics) - $10 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0185PU38A/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s05?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
17. Invisible Glass Premium Glass Cleaner w/ EZ Grip (Awesome stuff) - $4 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KAON5Q2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    Convertible Fabric Top Cleaner/Protectant/Sealer
    
18. RaggTopp Fabric Convertible Top Cleaner/Protectant Kit (This is top in class. There aren’t really any other higher rated options. Go with kit that has cleaner/brush/protectant sealer.) - $50 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008MM5ZFI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    Microfiber Cloths/Car Drying Microfiber Cloths/Buffing Microfibers/Brushes/Etc.
    
19. Zwipes Microfiber Cleaning Cloths (24-Pack) (**Found this on a couple lists online for high ratings and they are soft/Highly rated on Amazon and cheap!) - $13 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ANZHG7C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
20. Chemical Guys Chenille Microfiber Premium Scratch-Free Wash Mitt (Might consider 2-3 of them for washing the top and bottom parts of car – prevent further scratching) - $7 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003TTL0TE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
21. Mothers Wheel Brush - $8 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GJ3DZS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07__o00_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
22. Chemical Guys Microfiber Wash Cleaning Detergent Concentrate (Almost all the videos put this one as #1 compared to a couple other companies that offer dedicated microfiber wash detergent) - $10 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TJXWH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
23. Chemical Guys Woolly Mammoth Microfiber Dryer Towel (25 in. x 36 in.) - $25 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042Z0LEO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
24. Other Random buffing foam applicators and microfiber cloths that came with some of the kits listed above. Will use those for compound wiping and etc.
    
25. Plastic Containers For Organization – Hefty 1.625 (Microfiber container) & 3.75 (Other products w/o squirt triggers) Gallon Containers I believe are the ones in the picture. These are awesome considering the cheap pricing. The plastic is heavy duty and the lathes aer decent all things considered. - https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hefty-1-625-Gallon-6-5-Quart-Clear-Tote-with-Latching-Lid/1000505511
    
    

Here's my method, I'll try to be thorough but bear with me, I'm at work.

What you'll need:

3 - MicroFiber Cloths

1 - Shampoo

1 - Eye Glass/Lens Cloth

1 - Isopropyl (99%)

2 - Spray Bottles

1 - Distilled Water

1. Get a few of these bad boys, can be purchased pretty cheap at any auto store / Target, if you have none around the house.
   
   
2. Lay down 1 Microfiber Cloth, place record on top.
   
   
3. Go to your bathroom, grab some shampoo, and drizzle a little bit around said record.
   
   
4. Spray down the shampoo / record with the distilled water, I use a water bottle, a little easier to control than a hose.
   
   
5. Take a second Microfiber Cloth (they usual come in packs anyways) and start wiping the record the way of the grooves. I try to start from the inside out in a clockwise motion. Somewhere between gentle and hard pressure, I guess that'd be medium pressure.
   
   
6. Flip record and repeat steps 3-5.
   
   
7. Head over to that sink! At an angle, so the water drips off the bottom and not onto the label, rinse off the record with the distilled water. (Don't worry about getting a little water on the label, it will dry if it's only a little, but I wouldn't recommend submerging them, they are only paper after all.) Flip and do both sides.
   
   
8. Now have another (dry) Microfiber Cloth ready on a flat surface, put a paper towel down on top of the cloth. Lay newly cleaned record down onto towel, take another paper towel and lay it flat on the record, pat dry.
   
   
9. Take a mixture (I use 35/65) distilled water and Isopropyl and spray it onto the record (I use four squirts from a smaller bottle).
   
   
10. Run a Lens Cloth around the record, again from inside out. This will help dry the record thoroughly and not scratch it up or leave fibers like a paper towel would.
    
    
11. Flip and repeat steps 9+10.
    
    
12. Lay newly cleaned record on sleeve somewhere to air dry any parts that may still be a tiny bit damp (label, etc) or my favorite, play your shiny new record.
    
    I've found this to be the simplest and most cost effective way to clean my records without buying anything special. I already had everything I needed around the house and it truly works wonders. I got a Tribe record for .99 cents, they said it was in terrible condition, skips, noise, the works. Took that sucker home, put it through my system, and it's almost like a brand new record, plays wonderfully.
    
    Whenever I bring a used record home I wash it. If I take out a record, put it on, there's surface noise, and a quick micro wipe down doesn't do the trick I'll give it a clean, usually 'cleans' the audio right up.
    
    Sorry this is so wordy, use method at your own risk, be gentle, records are friends. Easy Listening!

Here's a long thing I wrote for a friend just getting started. It was an email and i don't feel like fixing links.

1. Menzerna (Now called Jescar) Power lock Sealant:
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050IQH9K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
   
2. Optimum Spray Wax (this is a topper wax to go on top the sealant, or touch up areas any time):
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GG9FI8I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
   
3. Meguiar's Drying Towels (I HIGHLY recommend these, super effective) I got 2:
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009IQZFM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
   
4. Mother's detailer kit (gives you detail spray, clay bars, and micro fiber towel as a bonus)
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/Mothers-07240-California-Gold-System/dp/B0002U2V1Y/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1476666101&sr=8-3&keywords=mother%27s+detail+kit
   
   
5. Applicator pads
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/Viking-862400-Blue-Microfiber-Applicator/dp/B0051MYL8E/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1476666178&sr=8-3&keywords=wax+applicator
   
   
6. Buffing towels (for buffing in the wax or sealant)
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/Detailing-Multi-Use-Microfiber-Professional-Dual-Pile/dp/B01L4L4L26/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1476666651&sr=8-17&keywords=microfiber+buffing+towel
   
   
   
7. Proper wash mitt (just a microfiber towel won't cut it) - there's also a 2 pack with prime.
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/Meguiars-X3002-Microfiber-Wash-Mitt/dp/B000RXKR6M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1476667551&sr=8-1&keywords=meguiars+wash+mitt
   
   
8. Car wash (this can be found at any autozone like store as well, this is a big bottle)
   
   https://www.amazon.com/Mothers-05664-California-Gold-Wash/dp/B0009H51B2/ref=sr_1_9?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1476668207&sr=8-9&keywords=car+wash&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011
   
   
   
   
   Do you have 2 buckets to use? Always set one bucket up with the soap water, and the other with just water. Soak up your mitt, wash the car, rinse the mitt, then soak again in the soap water. This helps reduce contaminants. If you want to go the extra mile, get these for the buckets to prevent dirt from swashing around the bucket:
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/Grit-Guard-Insert-Red-Diameter/dp/B000N3W8J0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1476667750&sr=8-2&keywords=grit+guard
   
   It fits in a home depot bucket.
   
   If you have particularly pesky tar or bugs on the car, you'll need this that you can get from any autozone type store:
   
   https://smile.amazon.com/Stoner-Car-Care-Tarminator-Remover/dp/B0002LBGWI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1476667917&sr=8-1&keywords=tarminator
   
   WARNING **
   
   When using the power lock (or any sealant / non-liquid wax), DO NOT let it touch any black plastic or rubber parts of the car!!!!! If it does, just wipe it off with a wet micro fiber cloth. Failure to follow this will result in a white hue on the black piece. You could always painter's tape off those areas that are hard to avoid.
   
   Steps for this process:
   
   
9. wash the car, two bucket method with wash mitt.
   
   1b) Bring the car to an area with as little sun light as possible for the next steps!
   
   
10. Leave car wet. Use detail spray to keep all surfaces lubricated. Rub all surfaces down with a flat piece of the clay bar (flatten in your hand). About 2" diameter or so. Every panel or when the clay bar looks dirty, just kneed it a few times, folding it and re-flattening it. Every so often, throw out the clay and get some more. If you drop the clay on the ground, it's garbage throw it out. Each clay bar should last you multiple details of your whole car, just tear pieces off.
    
    
11. Dry the car down with the MF drying towels. Buff in any water spots, streaks, etc from the detail spray. If an area needs a little extra love, spray some detail spray on it and rub her in.
    
    
12. Use applicator pad. Apply a bit of sealant on the pad, even it out in the pad, and apply a thin layer of wax across the paint surface (NOT BLACK TRIM). You can use sealant on windows if you desire. Re-apply sealant to the applicator pad whenever you need more.
    
    
13. let the sealant dry (20-30 minutes, depending on conditions). It will haze when dry.
    
    
14. Use buffing cloths to wipe the haze out. You may need to do some hand "buffing", use different angles of sight to make sure the paint is now completely smooth and clean.
    
    
15. Let dry a bit, 20 minutes?
    
    
16. Spray VERY LIGHTLY with the optimum spray wax on paint surfaces. There are 2 settings on the bottle, make sure it is on the setting that spreads out the wax not a stream.
    
    
17. Buff in the spray wax with buffing towels.
    
    
18. ENJOY protection. Watch the beads of water fly off the car for the entire season.

You figured this out already, but don't use paper towels if you can help it. Get the large microfiber towels like these. If you have a Harbor Freight in your area you can get 3 for like a buck. Those tiny ones that come with your glasses are for the birds. Also make sure to only use water or specialized glasses cleaner. Never use Windex or the like to clean your specs. Good luck!

1. The starter kit comes with ultimate polish and compound. Those are less aggressive versions of M105 and M205. I would skip the kit and just get the Meguiars duo.
   
2. Instead of the mothers clay kit get the meguiars kit. IT has better clay and the spray detailer it comes with is way better.
   
3. If you're getting Collinite #845 then you wont need Poorboys world EX. Collinite #845 lasts a long time and in my opinion #845 looks better than EX.
   
4. The Meguiars wheel kit is VERY aggressive. I would get some Sonax Full Effect for the wheels and use Meguiars D101 (which is on the list) for the tires.
   
5. The Mothers tire brush is awful! Just terrible to use. The popular choice now is the tuf shine tire brush. Its simple and its the best tire brush hands down.
   
   Some things you may have forgotten:
   
   
6. Since I told you to pretty much skip most of the kits you have listed, get some cheap microfiber towels for everywhere but your paint. I recommend zwipes from amazon. I use these towels to dry tires/wheels, interior, glass, everywhere but the paint.
   
   
7. Wash mitts. I really like chenille wash mitts.
   
   
8. Nice towels for your paint. You need nice microfiber towels that will only be used on your paint. Anything from theragcompany.com will be good or some generic chemical guys microfiber. Another good brand is Cobra.

You can buy everything online, though it's easier to go to a harbor freight with a coupon if you have one. There are plenty of polishers you can buy online of course, but none are as cheap (at least with decent quality) as the harbor freight model. You can of course buy a much better polisher at your local lowes / home depot however unless you have a lot more use for it it's probably not worth it over the harbor freight one (a good polisher will cost you $200+). Everything else you can find at any auto parts store, or maybe even walmart.

Here's some links

• Polisher - http://www.harborfreight.com/6-in-variable-speed-dual-action-polisher-69924.html (no matter what you want a dual action polisher, as other kinds require more skill to avoid damaging your paint)
  
• Cutting pad - http://www.harborfreight.com/6-in-compoundcutting-foam-pad-60311.html
  
• Polishing pad - http://www.harborfreight.com/6-in-polishing-foam-pad-60309.html
  
• Ultimate compound - http://smile.amazon.com/Meguiars-G17216-Ultimate-Compound-15-2/dp/B001O7PNNM?sa-no-redirect=1 (you can skip if your paint isn't bad, no bad swirl marks or scratches)
  
• Ultimate polish - http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HCOE8Q/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687402&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B001O7PNNM&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1P9X3VP7TVA943BYC6C7
  
• Sanding block - http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009IQYZ8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (if you're going to use touch up paint)
  
• Microfiber rags - http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ANZHG7C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Wax applicator pads - http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0051MYL8E/ref=ox_ya_os_product_refresh_T1
  
• Duragloss - http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B002W0ZNIU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Color matched touch up paint (if needed) - http://www.automotivetouchup.com/
  
• Detail clay - http://smile.amazon.com/Simoniz-S57-Perfect-Finish-Detailing/dp/B0081OSRQQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1414207600&sr=1-2&keywords=clay+bar
  
• Foam applicator pads - http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009IQZPW/ref=ox_ya_os_product_refresh_T1
  
  Basic steps:
  
  

1. Start with touch ups if needed. Apply touchup paint to chips with a toothpick, in small amounts. Let it dry and do another one, build it up until it's above the level of the surrounding paint (may take many coats). Let it dry at least several days and make sure it hasn't sunk in. After it's dried for several days, use some water and the sanding block to gently sand them down flush with the rest of the paint. It will look bad, don't worry. Give the paint a few weeks to cure before moving on.
   
2. Wash the whole car with dawn dish soap and let it dry. Mix up some dish soap (maybe 1 tablespoon) with water in a spray bottle. Spray a section with the soapy water and then rub it down with the clay. This is a very mild abrasive which will remove contaminates, tar, bugs, etc and give you smooth clean paint. Wash car after.
   
3. Use the rubbing compound with the cutting pad everywhere you can. Don't try to get into tight areas or spots where you can't put the pad flush, because you'll shred the foam pad. Do the tough spots by hand with foam pads. Wash the car to remove any residue.
   
4. Repeat with the polish pad and polish, same technique as with cutting.
   
5. Apply the duragloss to a clean car by hand with the cloth applicators. Use sparingly, then wipe off with microfiber rags.
   
   You are done! In most environments the duragloss will last 6+ months. If you keep your car protected with it, you won't need to do the cutting/polishing again (or at least, not for a while).
   
   The trickiest part of the whole process is the compounding and polishing. Here are some helpful videos.
   
   

• How to use a dual action polisher - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrse_DBaUbc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MYqiBLIU9c
  
• How to touch up paint - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15T08rfuTSg
  
• How to clay your car - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqW1nzgyMNA
  
  And that's about it! It's easier if you don't do touch ups, but I figure if I'm going to put this much work in it, might as well get them. And if you do it right (with careful application and then sanding) the touch ups look nearly flawless (most look terrible because people don't bother to sand them flush).
  
  edit: two other tips...
  
  

1. If you have black rubber trim, say around the windows, mirrors, door handles, etc you either need to keep the polisher away from it or put masking tape on top of it. The rubbing compound and polisher will scuff up softer materials like rubber and it will look bad.
   
2. When working with the polisher, always turn it off while still on the surface of the car (preferably still moving it) and let it slow down before lifting it off. If you life the polisher off at full speed it might send the polishing pad flying (it's held on with sturdy velcro). When this happens the velcro is basically shot and you're going to need to get a new pad. If you make sure you always turn it off while still in contact with the car, and you don't try to put it on any sharp corners or narrow areas where you can't get good flat pressure across the whole pad, you should be able to do the entire car with a single pad.

I just wash my tanks, use a micro fiber cloth to dry them, sit the parts of the tank on the dry side of the same cloth, and let them air dry for 30 or so minutes. A nice micro fiber cloth can get in most of the little crevices or through holes of a tank without much effort and it doesn't leave anything behind.

Edit - Like this one is a cross between the one you use for small devices or eyeglasses but it's the size of a general cleaning microfiber cloth. Don't have all day to look through Amazon for similar ones.

Link

These look similar.

You might think the thinner small ones would work better and they might work slightly better but they aren't multipurpose and they create more clutter as you use them maybe twice and have to throw em in a pile somewhere with the other 100. The Antec type you can use for a long time as it's very flexible, big, and it has just the right thickness to it. Suitable for any task too. I have two I've been using for years, they last a few weeks if not longer before i need to clean them, and I can literally use them to clean anything if I so choose. Try cleaning your big screen led with those dainty microfiber cloths, it's a fucking nightmare.

Keep in mind I am no professional on the subject, this is just my opinion. That being said:

To clarify my original post, I have always been told to avoid cleaning fragile glass with dry cotton (like a t-shirt for example.)

I'm sure that a modern lens is sturdy enough to withstand cotton, but I don't think that it would be recommended by many people. If you have microfiber available, it will make the job much easier and safer.

I also notice that when I use a clean microfiber cloth, I can get away without using cleaner (at least) 50% of the time.

P.S. these are amazing for the price, IMO:

http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths-48-Pack/dp/B00ANZHG4U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1377376562&sr=8-2&keywords=microfiber

Honestly, the kit is only an OK deal. It's fairly overpriced for what it contains.
For less money (assuming I'm looking at the same bundle as you), I'd get the following:

• http://amzn.com/B00BS3GM7I - same foam gun, different branding
  
• http://amzn.com/B00BJCAPEE - Mr. Pink is PH balanced soap that foams extremely well, and is just as good in buckets. Citrus Wash and Gloss will strip wax.
  
• http://amzn.com/B00RDMBTNA- Microfiber wash mitts.
  
• http://amzn.com/B00ANZHG7C- Cheap, half decent microfibers.
  
• http://amzn.com/B00EVY2LKI - Drying Towels
  
  Also, it's really important, at least in my opinion, to have 2 buckets and Grit Guards. I'd get two of these: http://amzn.com/B00ABYVTZA and pick up some buckets at Home Depot or Lowes, or order one of the bucket/grit guard kits from Autopia.
  
  Finally, Microfibers are an investment as long as you take care of them. What I linked is cheap, OK quality stuff. Check out The Rag Company, and maybe consider getting one of their starter packs for better rags.

To be clear, this is a serious reply and I'm not trying to make fun of or belittle you in any way:

Why?

What's the point of spending so much on an iPad Pro if you're not going to touch it? Unlike a desktop moinitor or a laptop screen, it's meant to be touched. It even has an oleophobic coating to make it easier to use and clean. The brightness of the screen is calibrated so that it blasts right through most fingerprint oil while in use, even at the lowest brightness setting.

I'm a designer and I'm a bit more sensitive to fingerprint smudges than most, so I sympathize. But I definitely use my iPad how it was meant to be used: as a touch based device.

Maybe carry one of these around with you to keep the screen clean? I do and they work well.

Try it with a microfiber cloth like these (that's just an example so you can see what I mean lol). I've used the simple brand with the microfiber cloths and it gets the makeup off pretty well. What I find works best is to use the cloth and baby oil first. Baby oil+microfiber cloth gets off EVERYTHINg, even waterproof stuff. It's amazing and won't clog pores or anything like that. I use the micellar water after to cleanse and get rid of the oil.

Enjoy reading others' responses. Here are mine:

- Sonia Kashuk makeup sponge. It has a completely different texture than Real Techniques, Beauty Blender, and the Paw Paw brands. But it's the only one that can withstand daily use and cleaning, without ripping, while also providing an excellent finish to my liquid products. Big fan.

- Sigma Beauty F75 Flat Concealer brush. I use one of these for my undereye brightener cream, and another for my eyeshadow primer. Synthetic fibers stay flat, it never sheds, and cleans easily.

- Sigma Beauty F15 Duo Fiber brush. I use these synthetic brushes for cream face products. Perfect application, never too much deposited, easy to clean and again, has never dropped a fiber after years of service.

- This dual-ended extractor tool -- for depotting products. The slender, curved ends slip under pans and provide leverage for popping them up from packaging without too much flexing, which can crack pressed powders.

- Microfiber towels -- I use them for everything around my house; they're fantastic for sanitizing and cleaning powder products, serving as a color switch, getting excess water out of makeup brushes after cleaning and before they line dry, and removing swatches from my fingers/hands/arms without using disposable makeup wipes. I use microfiber washcloths to remove makeup at night, and take them with me on every trip. Could not live without them.

- Tweezerman tweezers. I bought cheaper versions but should have stuck with the brand literally named for the product. Sometimes spending a few dollars more really is worth it. I tweeze my own brows every week. These stay springy and grip well, no rust, no drama.

I had a 2016 GT I traded for a 2018 Signature with the white interior. On my 2016 GT I learned real quick that the piano black inserts (as footparth2206 mentioned) scratch all to heck, especially if you lay sunglasses straddling the shifter. So on my new one (I've had the signature for a year) I am SUPER extra careful. I baby my vehicles but that, the white leather and ultrasuede dash and door panels, and the strange dash material scare me a bit. I have a couple of scuff marks (that the DEALER did!) on the dash that won't seem to come off. But I found that Dr. Beasley's interior cleaner helps more than anything. So I might suggest you give that a try. And as far as the piano black inserts, I found that regular microfiber cloths are even too abrasive. I first use a can of air to get the top layer of dust off.Then I use Chemical Guys Happy Ending edgeless microfiber cleaning towels (buy on Amazon). They have no edges or seams and are extra soft. I don't use any type of cleaner at all. Hope this info helps!


Chemical Guys: https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-MIC35103-Edgeless-Microfiber/dp/B0102GRWM0/ref=sr_1_10?crid=W73UYSP30SRW&keywords=chemical+guys+microfiber&qid=1561988141&s=automotive&sprefix=chemical+guys+micro%2Caps%2C152&sr=1-10


Dr. Beasley's: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00506BC0Q/ref=twister_B00GMD0BYY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Majority of the time, you get the fingerprints, because you always adjust your glasses as they fall of out position when you look down. it can be many of reasons why they fall, e.g. You got wrong size frames etc.

to fix your 2 issues quickly, buy these two products;

Microfibre Cloths - These are the only recommended clothes, that will clean your lenses perfectly.

Anti-Slip Ear Hook Grips This will help you keep your glasses in position even when you look down, reducing the amount of adjustments hence less fingerprints.

These links are from Amazon

hope it helps, as it did help me.

I'm planning to write a post in the interior soon but for now...

The first step is to give everything a really good going over with a vacuum. This is where you need to spend most of your time. Almost everything that's not leather can be cleaned with an All Purpose Cleaner (UK link and US link):
Spray it on, agitate with a brush (ordinary paint brush will do). Then...

If it's fabric - vacuum with a wet-dry vac (use a cloth if you don't have one)
If it's trim - wipe dry with a microfibre (UK link and US link)

To protect things I really like 303 Aerospace Protectant... it protects against fading caused by UV radiation (UK link and US link)

Leather is a different kettle of fish and you need to use a cleaner then a conditioner (UK link and US link)

Fiber Clothe and some Water not much Water you don't want to Damage your 3DS use about what your would use to clean off a controller or a TV Dont use Rubbing Alcohol this can Dry out your Screens and Plastic on your 3DS and make your Screen Foggy. Using the Fiber Clothe should also remove any Grease from your hands as long as you use a little bit of water on it. You can get a Fiber Clothes Super Cheap on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-All-Purpose-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES

You can Use the Subscribe and Save to Save a little but of $ once they Ship you Can Cancel your Subscribe and Save and you will still get them cheaper :)

While I like it for lots of computer-related cleaning, don't use isopropyl alcohol to clean phones — or at least not for cleaning your screens. It will degrade and shorten the lifespan of the oleophobic coating on the screen, and it can even completely remove it.

Just stick with a clean microfiber cloth of some kind, generally. I usually find that's enough to pick up any skin oils on my phone and remove them. Something like a glasses cleaning cloth is what I'm referring to. This is what we usually get.

If you really need to, a slightly damp soft cloth should take care of anything else. We like these ones. for this purpose, and for a whole bunch of other things like light dusting, cleaning car windows, and cleaning computer screens. (I do use isopropyl for the latter one, sometimes.)

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Update: Sewing Scotch-Brite sponge cloth (http://www.amazon.com/Scotch-Brite-Sponge-Cloth-9055-2-Count/dp/B0043OYFVO) together worked very well along with a runner's cap for F3 and Fp2; the wires wrapped around very well to the back of the unit from under the cap. However, you have to turn the headset upside down for it to be comfortable. For M1, the other site I'm interested in, I will probably have to cut a hole in the runner's cap to string the wire through.

EDIT: This looks like a good running cap choice actually, as it has a hole in the back already so string wires through: http://www.amazon.com/Pearl-Izumi-Thermal-Skull-Black/dp/B0089DP0CS/ref=sr_1_4?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1376431311&sr=1-4&keywords=Pearl+Izumi+thermal

Alright, what is the best (mainly most cost effective) drying towel? Planning on getting these for the windows: https://www.amazon.com/RAG-COMPANY-WAFFLE-WEAVE-Microfiber-Detailing/dp/B076B4L32M/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1523234383&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=Rag%2BCompany&th=1

What’s good for the rest of the car? Thanks!

I have a box of terry cloth towels/rags that I use a lot for that purpose (and everything else). they hold up much better than paper towels for scrubbing, but are still gentle. then wash them in the washing machine.

I got them at costco, but they are like these:

https://www.amazon.com/Arkwright-Terry-Towels-Grade-14X17/dp/B07RL3ZWWL

probably any auto parts or big box store will have them.

if the weather isn't freezing there, you can spread out the rainfly and footprint on the driveway, spray with a hose or bucket and use a push broom to clean.

A large microfiber cloth works great for fingerprints and such. The smaller ones are insufficient, like the ones for eyeglasses, so I recommend the ones that are roughly 6" squared. These ones look like the ones I use; they're good for cleaning the mirrors in your house and the windshield in your car since they don't streak:

http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths-24-Pack/dp/B00ANZHG7C/

edit: don't use the same cloth that you was your windshield with on your Surface, the ammonia cleaner will eat through the protective covering.

303 Aerospace should work great it's a cleaner and protectant, but you might also like Nextzett which I posted above.

For matte paint/PPF I would recommend Chemical Guys Meticulous Matte Quick Detailer: https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-SPI_995_16-Meticulous-Detailer/dp/B00FQHY64S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535948037&sr=8-1&keywords=quick+detailer+for+matte

For towels, I like:

Plush for cleaning: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BQYCKE8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Miscellaneous Disposable (not for dirty surfaces since they are low plush): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00937YLE2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Waffle weave for drying: https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-MIC_781_01-Waffle-Microfiber/dp/B00BQYCIVI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1535948166&sr=8-3&keywords=microfiber+drying

Lint free for glass: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WC5KQGE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

When coating, always have plenty of low GSM no lint microfibers on hand. These will be trashed after use. I use these economical ones. For CquartzUK, the process is apply one cross-hatched coat, then immediately wipe with clean microfiber. Follow with another clean microfiber wipe. Some also follow with a third clean microfiber to be safe. This way you will not leave high spots.

You will need Reload or Gyeon Cure as your protective top coat while the car is exposed to the elements since the coating takes up to a week to fully cure. Only top ceramic coatings with other ceramic topcoats. The only purpose of topcoating is to add an extra layer of protection, extra gloss, extra longevity.

I use this. And since i don't want to just get it every where i keep it in this so i have some control. This is especially crucial when doing, say a galaxy s6 or s7, where the screen is directly behind the battery. This is also useful for when those stupid commando strips break in iPhones (the white glue under the battery). And then to actually get whatever i am trying to get out i use playing cards to do the glue cutting and removing of the battery (or what ever) Have to be careful with acetone tho because it will eat through a lot of softer plastics. If your worried about that, you can use 90% alcohol. I don't mix them, i just use what ever is needed for the job at hand.

Acetone is also really good for cleaning glue off iPad and many other things when replacing broken screens/digitizers. But for that i use cheep micro fiber cloths you can get at walmart or online. My tech bought a bag of like 30 of them at costco for like 15$. Something like this

Hope this helps.

Can you please link me to the MIC_506_12 you are looking at?

I found this 12 pack on Amazon... does not look like 46% off for me though. Still a pretty solid deal.

I am also curious, what would be a good use for these different microfiber:

1. Zwipes (cheaper and thinner)
   
2. Chemical Guys MIC_506_12
   
3. Chemical Guys MIC_1024_3
   
   

Awesome idea! If you love that person that much more, just had to share a step up from this product without having to know tire pressure: http://www.amazon.com/FOBO-Bluetooth-Compatible-Monitoring-Motorcycles/dp/B00WBD00FO

Added this to my wheels and having pressure and a quick temperature readout in the morning before leaving my kitchen is pretty insanely nifty.



Other ideas for OP:

Freezeout Balaclava: http://www.amazon.com/FREEZE-OUT-Balaclava-Black/dp/B0096R08W8/

Microfiber Cloths (great for visor wipes, general cleaning, and wiping condensation off the bike in the morning): http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-36-Pack-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES

Cat Crap (visor antifogger): http://www.amazon.com/EK-Ekcessories-10003P-AM-Anti-Fog-Cleaner/dp/B002BHWZFI/

Lock Laces: http://www.amazon.com/LOCK-LACES-Elastic-Tie-Shoelaces/dp/B00975EAJ6

Motorcycle Tire Inflator (fits under my seat easily): http://www.amazon.com/Slime-40001-Motorcycle-Tire-Inflator/dp/B000ET9SB4/

My local shop quoted me $300 to fix the paint and $250 to replace the plastic piece. I told them it was a lease and surprisingly they told me I should wait until I am about to turn the car in since more damage will happen. I also have $5K of lease damage insurance so even if I get dinged (ha!) for this, it will be covered by that insurance.

Being a perfectionist, I still wanted to clean things up so I turned to Amazon and bought about $40 worth of supplies:

• ACDelco WA636R Touchup Paint
  
• 1.5mm Touchup Brushes
  
• Novus 2oz Plastic Polish Kit
  
• Novus Polish Mate
  
• Meguiars ScratchX 2.0
  
  I was able to fix the damage to the plastic piece entirely, it looks as good as new. I used an ample amount of Novus 2 and 3. I wasn't expecting Novus to be able to tackle such a big scratch and I was just hoping to get rid of some minor scuffs but I was pleasantly surprised, there is a slight dip in the plastic that is visible if you are about 3 inches away and looking from an extreme angle but I don't even feel a bump anymore.
  
  I also did a few more rounds of Scratch X on the paint scratch and got rid of about 50% of it, I painted the deep chip but I didn't want to risk making it worse so it's still visible from about a foot away. I'm going to practice on another car with some filler and see if I can master the art of filling in deep chips and painting them but for now the metal under the chip is safe from rust.

Oh boy this is confusing. So I have a couple of needs:

1. Waterless wash/quick detailer
   
2. Applying/buffing sealants like Carpro Reload
   
3. Drying
   
   Is it possible for someone to recommend a few options for each category? Is something like this good for #1 and #2? What about this for drying? How does that waffle one compare to this Woolly Mammoth one?

I just go with whatever's free from eyeglass stores -- many glasses stores give them away with their own company brand on them. You can also find them free at tech conferences with corporate branding.

They're also about $0.80 each when bought from Amazon it looks like: http://www.amazon.com/Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths-ECO-FUSED-Spectacles/dp/B00A7P2JGQ/

My best "hack" is to buy a stack of these. Keep a stack in the bathroom then before bed wipe down the sink, counter, and toilet quickly. Throw the rag in a separate laundry bag so you just wash the entire stack at once. I do the same in the kitchen at night. Grab a cloth and wipe down the sink and counters.

Every morning you wake to a clean bathroom and a clean kitchen.

There's a couple of different kinds of microfiber cloths, but I'm going to assume you're talking about this stuff

In my experience, microfibers tend to stick to wood, getting caught behind even the tinyest imperfections. That makes for a shitty material to purpose for rubbing over wood. Doesn't mean you can't use them for that anyway, just prepare for feeling like your did a shit job sanding regardless of how well you did.

But you're by far not limited to lint free cotton. You could also use a regular (clean) brush (just watch out for escaped brush hairs, and make sure your stain isn't too thick or the brush stripes won't spread out and disappear). Paper kitchen towels or just toilet paper work fine on wood that's been sanded to like grit 300 and above. In a pinch, a sponge (tends to degrade due to friction, but the chunks are easily cleaned off) will work fine too.

Just beware that whatever you use won't be usable for anything else after the fact.

I use microfiber towels with great success! Example: http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-737-Microfiber-Cleaning-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES

These are my favorite! Great quality!

https://www.amazon.com/VibraWipe-Microfiber-8-Pieces-ABSORBENT-STREAK-FREE/dp/B00CFALFXY

1 part white vinegar and 1 part water mixture solution is as good as any commercial product. any microfiber cloth is fine. i like these personally:

http://www.amazon.com/VibraWipe-VWM-08-Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths/dp/B00CFALFXY/ref=zg_bs_15718721_16

Lube: http://www.walmart.com/ip/DuPont-Teflon-Chain-Saver-11-oz/16672659

Cleaner: http://www.walmart.com/ip/DuPont-Motorcycle-Degreaser-11-oz/16672660

Grunge Brush in case you don't have one: http://www.walmart.com/ip/DuPont-Grunge-Brush/16672661

Microfiber Cloths: http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths-48-Pack/dp/B00ANZHG4U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1406656133&sr=8-2&keywords=Zwipes+microfiber+cloths

I used to use Kerosene and Chain Wax, but I like these a whole lot better, and they're cheaper to boot.

50 Pack - SimpleHouseware Microfiber Cleaning Cloth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NAAJLVG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0hqPCbJPSNNKE


These are your friends for everything electronic related to get rid of those greasy smudges. Have them all over ready to clean.

What are your experiences with Silk Naturals products like their BHA, AHA, and Vitamin C serum? The Vit C serum has a really attractive price as compared to Paula's Choice.

Also, I got Alpha Hydrox AHA lotion (10% I think) as well as The Body Shop TTO for Christmas and I'm still unsure of how to incorporate them into my skincare routine. I was thinking of trying the AHA lotion once a week, maybe building up to it for regular use, as I'm currently using PC 8% AHA and could probably stand to go higher percentage now. With the TTO, I've tried using a cotton tip to dab it on my acne, but I'm not really sure if it's doing anything. I used it for about a week.

Finally, are these good MF cloths for the face?

You can use the ones for cleaning!

I use these. I'm sure you can find some cheaper than these, but they work well and the colors help me differentiate them from other cloths.

These from Amazon are great for what you specified. This is a huge box of them for $17. That’s almost 4x as many for only $10 more. I bought 2 boxes under Subscribe and Save (not available any more) for about $14. I just trash them if they get nasty. They never touch paint though. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XECJES/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My routine is not really indie. There is a lot of stuff about routines on /r/skincareaddiction btw.

Mine is like this:

Morning

1. Wash face with Nobel Formula Pyrithione Zinc Bar Soap
   
   
2. Wipe off soap with damp microfiber cloth
   
   
3. Apply Paula's Choice Skin balancing toner to face and chest
   
   
4. Wipe on Stridex pad in the red box to face and chest
   
   
5. Moisturize with CeraVe AM sunblock/moisturizer. If it's especially dry, I will apply a small amount of CeraVe moisturizer in the tub
   
   
6. Apply makeup if i feel like it
   
   Evening:
   
   (0. if wearing makeup. Rub jojoba oil all over, and wipe off with damp microfiber cloth)
   
   
7. Wash face with CeraVe foaming cleanser
   
   
8. Apply toner
   
   
9. Apply stridex pad
   
   
10. Spot treat with Paula's choice benzoyl peroxide if necessary
    
    
11. Slather on CeraVe cream from the tub.
    
    Here is a list of products:
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Noble-Formula-Pyrithione-Zinc-Soap/dp/B004R3TBEC
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-36-Pack-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Stridex-Strength-Medicated-Maximum-Count/dp/B000O1KP1O
    
    http://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Moisturizing-Facial-Lotion-Ounce/dp/B003WN1ELQ
    
    http://www.paulaschoice.com/shop/collections/Skin-Balancing/_/Skin-Balancing-Oil-Reducing-Cleanser?ftlt=nonbranded&gclid=CL7nkp7kwMECFZBi7AodpFAALA
    
    http://www.paulaschoice.com/shop/Clear-Acne-Treatments/_/Clear-Regular-Strength-Daily-Skin-Clearing-Treatment/
    
    http://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Moisturizing-Cream-16-Ounce/dp/B001V9SXXU
    
    http://www.amazon.com/Surgeons-Skin-Secret-Pump-Ounce/dp/B005N9BHQY
    
    http://store.acne.org/jojoba-oil

For one, the hand-held Metro Vacuum ED500 is probably one of the best investments you can make. It has worked flawlessly for me for over 2 years.

As for cleaning LCDs my personal favorite has been this

http://www.amazon.com/Screen-Cleaner-Kit-Laptop-Microfiber/dp/B0047E8DN6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420159104&sr=8-1&keywords=bryson+lcd

Along with a nice set of microfiber cloths

http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths-24-Pack/dp/B00ANZHG7C/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1420159264&sr=1-1&keywords=microfiber+cloth+zwipes

Quick tip, if you're ever unsure whether your cloth will damage a screen or leave scratches, take it and find an old cd and try to rub the bottom of the CD as hard as you can. If you see more scratches then before, I would avoid using it, but if it comes out scratch-free then its safe to use.

Photodon has been recommended before.

But why are you looking for one? I use a microber cloth when I close the lid to prevent keyboard imprints. Kinda annoying to have use one, but the large cloth included in this bundle would cover the T440/T450 keyboard area perfectly https://www.amazon.com/Microfiber-Protector-Microfibre-Sticker-Multicolor/dp/B00GQDCMVA/

I bought THESE. So far, they have worked well for me. Nothing 'Big Name' about them, but I've used them and washed them a couple times and they hold up fine to normal use. Hard use seems to wear them out, but they are pretty cheap.

I bought these from Amazon. I love them, so soft :)

Someone also recommended elsewhere of buying a bunch of cheap shirts if you have anywhere around you that sells them and just cut them up into squares.

I haven't tried this myself, but if having them in your hands would help, a pack is 15 bucks on amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076PLVHB1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

After switching to rag company towels, all others are dead to me. I wish they made bath towels and robes. I'd wear them like clothes when I'm home.

I have bought these 3 things and am happy about my purchase.

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16899261002

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIABR04WE2931&cm_re=zip_ties-_-9SIABR04WE2931-_-Product

https://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-All-Purpose-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES

As far as the tool kit goes, the 22 one is on sale for only 22 bucks. The zip ties are more then I'll ever use, and the micro fiber clothes are absolutely ENORMOUS. If you dont need to clean monitors often, maybe dont get the microfiber clothes.

The screwdrivers aren't magnetized so you'll need one of these;
https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&DEPA=0&Order=BESTMATCH&Description=magnetizer+demagnetizer&N=-1&isNodeId=1

For your build, at that price point for the CPU go for a 1500X.

https://www.cpubenchmark.net/compare.php?cmp[]=2910&cmp[]=3001

I use, and love, Zwipes Microfiber Cleaning Cloths.

The best way is the two towel method. Get two microfiber towels one for wet and the other to dry.

Make sure you clean the screen before you flash the ROM. I use this

Is there a difference between Microfiber towels that are marketed as "face towels" vs "cleaning towels"? There are some huge price differences on amazon per towel for ones I am looking at:

https://www.amazon.com/50-Pack-SimpleHouseware-Microfiber-Cleaning/dp/B01NAAJLVG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493296683&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=microfiber+cloth&psc=1


https://www.amazon.com/Plush-MojaFiber-Microfiber-Face-Cloth/dp/B017WUVXRE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493296553&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=microfiber+face+cloth&psc=1

I carry a couple microfibers in my bag to work and use them: not these exact ones but something like this

http://www.amazon.ca/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths-Pack/dp/B00ANZHG7C
I use these, I would use one of those designated water "vinyl cleaners" but they're a little expensive. Make sure you go in a circular motion though so you don't drag dust into the grooves.

Lesson learned.

In the future, use a blower and brush first, and then a clean cloth - or ideally Zeiss Lens Cleaning wipes.

Microfiber lens cleaning cloths are so stinking cheap that you can use new ones often. Here's a pack of 10 for $7.50.

I had one of these clothes lying around, and I found if I folded it once and wore it over my head, I could wear the rift much loser and gain a ton of long term comfort. It allowed me to play skyrim VR for hours straight, where typically I get odd strap pains that only manifest over long sessions.

Edit: Trick works on Vive Deluxe strap too, and it does a ton to make the Vive tolerable comfort wise.

When did I get so boring as to passionately want a cache of dusting cloths.

Oh, always, right. I'm dull.

Welcome to the club!

For a full blown "detail" I'll do as follows

1. Foam cannon
   
2. Two bucket rub down
   
3. Clay bar
   
4. Chemical Guys V38 or V4 All in one
   
5. Drive
   
   For maintenance just the first two steps (most of the time just the foam cannon). Not everyone has access to a pressure washer, they do make foam cannons that attach to your standard garden hose. They don't work as good, but will loosen and remove dirt just the same.
   
   Something that didn't see mentioned was a decent drying towel. Using a bath towel can cause scratching and swirls I'd highly recommend the chemical guy's Wooly Mammoth

These should do just fine: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XECJES/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8

But any will work from target, Wal-Mart, Walgreens...

At the lower end of the budget, you could get this. Plenty of them, so you could use a few for your monitors or just for all around dusting purposes.

However, they're aren't the best quality towels. If you're willing to spend more than that, you can get higher quality towels, or you could probably spend around the same as that and just get one or two. Because you're in Canada however, I am not really certain on the best places to purchase microfibers without doubling the price due to shipping. (Free shipping on the link I provided, with order over $25)

I also frequent /r/skincareaddiction and you can't go wrong with a pack of soft microfiber cloths for drying his face.

Eco-Fused Microfiber Cleaning Cloths - 12 Pack - for Cleaning Glasses, Spectacles, Camera Lenses, iPad, Tablets, Phones, iPhone, Android Phones, Laptops, LCD Screens and Other Delicate Surfaces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7P2JGQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7BmjDbKS4CFKH

To wash my face, I either just use my fingers or else I will use a konjac sponge or my Clarisonic. Then I use these cloths to wipe my face. Our sinks in this rental suck, so I can't just fill them and do a proper rinse, so I do best I can and then wet one of these to get any remaining soap. Then I use one of these yoga towels to dry. I just hold it to my face and press it slightly. I don't try to fully dry my skin off because I just don't need to unless I am going to be using acids after. I use one of the little cloths each time I do my routine, so two a day, and then the yoga towel I use one side in the morning and one at night and then wash them.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01NAAJLVG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523678712&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=microfiber+cloth&psc=1

Water from a spray bottle and one of these http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XECJES/

These are basically what I use to wipe the car with.

https://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-All-Purpose-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES

Is that incorrect?

Or this one

Amazon

Zwipes Microfiber:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XECJES/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=N32TYJJ2MHWM&coliid=I3U7AVQ15PQA16&psc=1

Eurow Microfiber:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003WGMHUK/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=N32TYJJ2MHWM&coliid=I3AL3X0K0W352R&psc=1

Microfiber cloth that is slightly damp. I picked some of these up a while back and they are what I have been using...

http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-Cloths-24-Pack/dp/B00ANZHG7C/

Even more for the same price!

Microfiber cleaning cloths for lenses

https://www.amazon.com/Microfiber-Microfibre-Clean-Screen-Wizard/dp/B00GQDCMVA

This one

https://www.amazon.com/Microfiber-Cleaning-Eyeglasses-Glasses-Screen/dp/B00NR9S3EQ/ or https://www.amazon.com/50-Pack-SimpleHouseware-Microfiber-Cleaning/dp/B01NAAJLVG/

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The food was mostly IBS and intolerance triggering stuff. I bought this pack of napkins and this pack of cloths from Amazon Prime. Even though I got the big pack of cloths I use them for all cleaning jobs. Also, getting my first set of cloth napkins in white will help me gauge how long they last and how dirty they get over time, so next time I repurchase in the next ~5 years I'll know how long they last until they get nasty enough to become rags. Sometimes I still need to use paper towels if I don't have any end of the line cloths to use and toss or if my cats poop somewhere they're not supposed to, which thankfully rarely happens.

Grit Guard

Foam Cannon for a pressure washer

wooly mammoth

I bought microfiber cloths like this years ago and they're still in great shape. I also have some cloth napkins to set at the table with dinner, but I use the microfiber most of the time.

I keep them in a metal basket and throw them in the wash when dirty. I do use paper towels on occasion though, like when a frozen food instructs you to wrap something in a paper towel - although obviously that could be avoided if you really wanted to. I also use disposable wipes for cleaning really dirty stuff like around my toilet, because I would feel kind of icky throwing that stuff in with my wash. I still use the cloths for the majority of my wiping needs and it's cut down on my waste a lot.