It took days of going through more than a thousand customer reviews and conducting expert researches to narrow down the list. Weve included a comparison table below to give you a quick summary of our top 10 polishing pad lube. Its followed by an in-depth review of each polishing pad lube. Hopefully, once you are done reading this article, you will be well informed about polishing pad lube and be able to select the right polishing pad lube for you without any hesitations.
It took days of going through more than a thousand customer reviews and conducting expert researches to narrow down the list. Weve included a comparison table below to give you a quick summary of our top 10 polishing pad lube. Its followed by an in-depth review of each polishing pad lube. Hopefully, once you are done reading this article, you will be well informed about polishing pad lube and be able to select the right polishing pad lube for you without any hesitations.
Best polishing pad lube
1. Griot's Garage 11078 Micro Fiber and Foam Pad Cleaner 35oz
Feature
Breaks up and cleans polish, wax, and sealant residue from your micro fiber cloths and foam padsAdd 2 - 4 ounces to your washing machine when you launder micro fiber cloths
Soak foam pads and rinse to thoroughly remove polish granules, and wax and sealant residue
Leaves pads and towels clean for the next job
Description
Over time, micro fiber towels collect and hold on to wax residue, polishes, Speed Shine, Spray-On Wax and other detail products that can decrease their effectiveness. You'll also notice your towels won't absorb as well and aren't as soft as they used to be. Micro fiber and foam pad cleaner releases and removes these residues to restore your towels to their original effectiveness. Add 2-4 ounces when you launder your micro fiber towels and cloths (wash separately from other laundry). To clean your pads, spray the cleaner on the pad, let it soak in and then rinse with warm water. The best way to preserve your micro fiber detailing cloths and foam applicator pads.2. Chemical Guys BUF_301_16 Polishing and Buffing Pad Conditioner (16 oz)
Feature
Allows your pads to become more receptive to polish by opening the foam's pores, allowing then to better absorb and utilize the productThe light conditioning lubricants inside add extra surface protection by reducing dry friction while polishing
Works with lubricants in the products you are using and provides extra needed lubrication to protect against micro-marring and burning paint
Extend the life of your pads by reducing friction which will tear the foam
Used by professionals to save time and money
Description
Protect your paint finish and your pads with Chemical Guys "Polishing/Buffing Pad Conditioner". Machine polishing reduces friction and cuts your work time in half. While machine polishing, the pad appears to moves easier and produces better results once you break it in and use it for a few minutes. This is mainly because the pad is dense and new, and it will take several minutes for the glaze, wax or polish you are using to work into the foam or wool pad. Making sure that the pad has enough product in it is the key, because using a dry pad on a paint surface or any surface for that matter can do some serious harm to your surface. Using a pad that is dry on a surface without any lubricant or product is referred to as dry buffing and plain and simple, it can be a costly mistake. Friction from dry-buffing can lead to creating fine scratches and dullness or even burning the paint. Lube your pad before you use it.3. McKee's 37 MK37-6000 Polishing Pad Conditioner 16 Fluid_Ounces
Feature
McKee's 37 polishing pad conditioner protects the pad itself, as well as the paintPre-moistening the foam reduces friction so the pad doesn't experience any unnecessary roughness
When the pad is saturated with polish or wax but it seems to be drying out, mist the pad with the conditioner
Description
A pad prepped with McKee's 37 polishing pad conditioner is more receptive to Polish because the foam's pores open up when the conditioner is introduced. Beyond just wetting the foam, the conditioner's lubricants add extra surface protection during the polishing process. The lubricants will blend with those that are in the Polish to provide excellent protection against micro-marring.4. Wolfgang Concours Series WG-7700 Werks Polishing Pad Conditioner, 16 fl. oz.
Feature
Advanced conditioning agents gently soften pads and create a lubricating film for smoother buffing action.Simply spray Wolfgang Pad Werks Polishing Pad Conditioner directly onto the face of any fresh pad.
Lightly work the product into the pad for even distribution and dampening of the buffing pad material.
Reduces risk for micro-marring and swirls
Description
Brand new pads and dry, clean used pads tend to be more stiff and coarse until they break-in. Wolfgang Pad Werks Polishing Pad Conditioner accelerates the break-in time to bring the pad up to maximum buffing performance. Using Wolfgang Pad Werks Polishing Pad Conditioner on a fresh pad ensures maximum performance from the pad and the polish or compound. Its advanced lubricating agents enable compounds to work longer and polish to wipe off easier.5. Chemical Guys BUF_333_16 Foam and Wool Citrus-Based Pad Cleaner (16 oz)
Feature
Cleans, restores and prolongs the life of wool, foam, sponge and microfiber padsContains citrus degreasing agents that breaks up oil and eliminates traces of residue
Removes wax, polish, glaze, compound, dressing and grease
Dish soaps and powders can leave a residue of its own, so there is no soap in this cleaner
Powder cleaners don't dissolve correctly and can leave residue that will easily scratch the surface of your vehicle
Description
The Foam and Wool Citrus-Based Pad cleaner is a citrus-based cleaner and conditioner that contains citrus degreasing agents that break up oil and eliminates every last trace of residue. From wax, polishes, glazes, compounds, dressings and grease - the pad cleaner leaves pads clean and new and ready to be used again. Dish soaps and powders can leave a residue of its own, so there is no soap in this cleaner. Powder cleaners don't dissolve correctly and can leave residue that will easily scratch the surface of your vehicle. The Foam and Wool Citrus-Based Pad cleaner can be used with warm or cold water. It is ideal for use with a pad cleaning system as well. Citrus powered intense cleaners and degreasers break up oily deposits left by car care products so the pad rinses completely clean. This pad cleaner can be diluted according to desired needs.6. TCP Global Brand Polishing and Buffing Pad Cleaning Spur Tool for Revitalizing Polisher Compound Pads and Bonnets
Feature
Extend your pads life by keeping all your pads clean and ready for their next useUse the metal spurs to clean off debris, such as hardened glazes, polishes and compounds from the pads surface by simply running the spur over the pad as it is spinning
Great for use with all polishing, buffing and compounding pads and bonnets
A quick step to clean, fluff and revitalize your pads, which will save you time and money
A must have for anyone that regularly polishes and details cars
Description
Part# TCP BS-701
TCP Global Brand
Buffing Pad Cleaning Spur
Prolongs the life of wool buffing pads and bonnets by removing the glazed surface while also fluffing the packed wool
Extends life of all buffing pads and bonnets without removing them from the polisher. Simply run the spur over the pad as it is spinning and watch it bring pads and bonnets back to like new condition in seconds.
Cleans and revitalizes in one operation. Removes glazed surface and fluffs packed wool. Brings pads and bonnets back to like new condition in seconds. Minimizes washing.
7. Griot's Garage 15548 Pad Conditioning Brush
Feature
Quick and convenient way to clean your foam pad on the flySpend more time polishing and less time cleaning
Recommend for cleaning Griot's Garage orange polishing pads
Allows for extended pad use by removing dried polish residue as you go
Description
This uniquely shaped brush makes cleaning your foam polishing pads a breeze. You can use it while your pad is on your machine orbital. Set the speed to the slowest setting, rotate the pad and gently brush the surface clean. Quick, easy and effective. The bristles are made of flexible nylon. I've found it also makes a nice brush for cleaning carpet or hard surfaces. The angled design makes it ergonomically comfortable to use. Not for use on wax pads.8. Weld-Aid Lube-Matic Wire Kleener Pad, Red (Pack of 6)
Feature
Pads are for all wires all the timeIt will also reduce burnbacks by 50 percent
Red color
Description
Red Kleener Pads are for all wires all the time. Last chance to clean wire and reduce burnback 50 percent.9. Chemical Guys BUF501X TORQ 10FX Random Orbital Polisher Kit with Pads, Pad Cleaner & Conditioner, Polishes & Compounds (11 Items)
Feature
Kit includes polisher, 2- 5 Inches backing plates, 3- 5.5 Inches pads, 2- 4 ounce compounds and 2- 4 ounce polishesDigital display and speed control buttons for precise and intuitive control
Cleans, restores and prolongs the life of wool, foam, sponge and microfiber pads
Contains citrus degreasing agents that breaks up oil and eliminates traces of residue
Allows your pads to become more receptive to polish by opening the foam's pores, allowing then to better absorb and utilize the product
The light conditioning lubricants inside add extra surface protection by reducing dry friction while polishing
10. Flex 5.5-inch Backing Pad for XC 3401 VRG Rotary/Orbital Polisher
Feature
Flex XC 3401 VRG 5.5 inch Backing Plate5.5 inch diameter
Genuine factory replacement backing plate!