Quick Review: Poorboy's Wash Mitt

Discussion in 'Car Detailing Product Discussion' started by Bunky, Apr 29, 2013.

  1. Bunky

    Bunky DB Forum Supporter

    Poorboy's Chenille Microfiber Wash Mitts

    Manufacturer's Description
    These were custom made to my high demands to be made far superior to the normal wash mitt. The softest cuff to prevent marring, a well sewn inside liner, and of course microfiber chenille to safely and quickly remove dirt from the surface of vehicles.

    Manufacturer's Price: $9.95 (from Poorboy's web site).

    Sample source: Purchase

    Construction:
    This is a well made mitt with dense soft tentacles. The interior is very nice as well. The soft liner is stitched around the the mitt to the front so it does not move inside the mitt like some mitts do.

    The cuff is rolled elastic fabric and so soft and holds to arm. Dimension-wise, it is a little shorter than other mitts I have used so the pocket is a tighter fit however it spins in the hand easily (something I like).

    The one omission is a hook to allow you to hang the mitt after a wash.

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    Inside out

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    Use and Cleaning
    I tend to like these type of mitts with sudsy soaps such as Optimum. It cleans well. It holds plenty of suds so takes a little extra to rinse them out after a wash before I hang them to dry as they wait for the next microfiber wash cycle. I did not try them with rinseless washes but have tried similar ones and did not like the experience.

    Summary
    Very nice well made mitt and priced similar to other mitts.

    The only downside is broad availability. I have only seen these sold by Poorboy's so you have to order directly from them.
     
  2. nyrep1

    nyrep1 Obsessive Detailer

    thanks for the review...we use the viking mits like this and they work well but i hate that the liner is not sewn in ...will be picking up a few of these
     
  3. Jaddie

    Jaddie Any Rag Vehicle Washer

    Dear Al & Friends

    This looks like a nice mitt.

    I'm going to try to use mitts more often, beginning with rinseless washes.

    —Jaddie
     
  4. paul huryk

    paul huryk Virgin Detailer

    I think Griot's Garage carries the same item.
     

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