Chenille vs Microfiber Mitts

[AJK]

Can someone clear something up for me? What's the difference between a chenille mitt and a microfiber mitt? Thanks. AJ

[Murr1525]

Re: Chenille vs Microfiber Mitts

I think chenille is some sort of a cotton, almost like an extra long terry cloth.

MF is just that, man-made microfibers, that have been made and sewn together in some way that companies feel is good for washing.

[Mike Phillips]

Re: Chenille vs Microfiber Mitts

Like Matt said,

Chenille is a form of cotton. Microfiber is typically a blend of polyester and nylon fibers.

Historically nylon and polyester fibers in a large size could potentially scratch paint but when it's miniaturized it changes the dynamics of the fibers and they become more gentle to the surface than even cotton fibers.

Thus the huge increase in popularity in microfiber products for working on paint.

[AJK]

Re: Chenille vs Microfiber Mitts

Hi Mike!! Took the course you ran in New Jersey a year or so ago. Will I get poor results if I use the chenille mitt (it's tightly woven) or should I scrap it for the microfiber mitt?

Thanks!! You ran a GREAT course!!
AJ

[Jeepster04]

Re: Chenille vs Microfiber Mitts

Both are great mitts. I prefer MF mitts and natural sheep skin myself.

[Bunky]

Re: Chenille vs Microfiber Mitts

You can buy Chenille Microfiber wash mitts. I use them when using ONR when I am under water restrictions. Otherwise, I use wool wash mitts with traditional washes.