5 Inch (125mm) Wool Felt Polishing Pad Hook and Loop Compressed Woolen Wheel Buffing Pads for Car & Boat Polishing, Waxing, Sealing, Pack of 3

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Quality : All of the pads included in this kit were extremely high-quality. Even after we finished buffing and polishing our testing vehicle, these pads seemed to be in superior condition to any other that we used.

A team member used each buffing pad with a cordless drill and an orbital polisher, specifically the TORQX Random Orbital Polisher . During the testing process, our review team took note of each buffing pad’s performance against the following criteria: Durability : Even after we had fully buffed out our testing vehicle’s bonnet and utilized the kit’s foam polishing pads, all of the pads in the kit seemed to be in surprisingly good condition. Furthermore, the inclusion of pad cleaner ensures you can continue your car care longer than if you didn’t have pad cleaner. What Customers Are Saying Durability : By design, polishing pads will be less durable than buffing pads. Buffing pads are meant to be rough and abrasive, to an extent, while polishing pads are all about softness and light touches. We experienced some loss of wool fibers throughout our testing process. What Customers Are Saying Warranty: You may want a buffing pad with a warranty included by the manufacturer. This may help guarantee the quality of the buffing pads and protect you if the product is faulty. The Chemical Guys hex-logic medium-heavy cutting pad is 6 inches in diameter to help cover more surface area and is more efficient than smaller pads.

Versatility : This buffing pad kit was one of the most versatile that we researched or tested. With seven different pads to choose from, our review team was able to do everything professional detailers would be able to do – from removing severe scratches and oxidation to spreading glazes and sealant across a sensitive paint finish. Durability : Buffing pads are designed to be used more than once, but this isn’t always the case. Buffing pads that came with pad cleaner, are machine washable, or at the very least are reusable scored best in this testing category. Quality : This buffing pad kit has some of the highest quality pads that we tested, second only to Chemical Guys buffing pads. We don’t think you’ll have any complaints about the quality and effectiveness of these buffing pads.

Buffing pads are circular tools to polish paint and other hard materials, such as metal. They're most commonly made of foam, wool, or microfiber. Some pads are meant for manual use while others attach to power tools. They can also be useful in applying wax or sealant. Versatility : This buffing kit is certainly versatile, and the pads included will undoubtedly allow you to fully and effectively complete the buffing process. The only reason this kit doesn’t have a perfect score for this testing category is because there are a few more comprehensive options available. Our review team found that the optimal RPM range for compounding is between 1750 to 2500 RPM. However, the optimal RPM range for finishing is between 1200 to 1750 RPM. We recommend making sure you use a drill, polisher, power buffer, or angle grinder that can support the following speed ranges for the most effective buffing job. Buffing Pad CareSurface paint: Consider the paint on the surface you're going to be using the buffing pad against. There are different buffing pads that manufacturers recommend using for clear coats, dark paint, etc. Versatility : Versatility is what ultimately sets this buffing pad kit apart from its competitors. From heavy-cut to fine-cut pads, this kit includes everything you could possibly need for buffing and polishing a car. The kit even includes a finishing pad and a woolen polishing pad. Consumers report that these pads have great quality, provide a beautiful finish and they're very inexpensive. Applies product evenly: Buffing pads have a unique design to distribute wax, polish, and other finishes evenly on a surface. Versatility : One of the most important characteristics of a buffing pad is how much of the buffing process it can effectively work for. Kits with numerous different applicator pads for buffing, cutting, and polishing scored highest in this category.

Each year, we test over 350 auto products on vehicles and in our testing lab. Our team of product testers thoroughly researches top products, unboxes and puts our hands on each component, and tests the items on real vehicles before making recommendations to readers.The Viking car care microfiber applicator pads consist of soft microfiber material. They're great for applying wax, polish, and protectant evenly on surfaces. These buffing pads are safe and gentle enough to use on both the interior and exterior of your car. With only a 5-inch diameter, these pads will reach smaller surfaces of your car and are easy to hold. Versatility : As this is a polishing pad-specific kit, it won’t be very versatile. Polishing takes place at the very end of the buffing process, meaning these pads are only useful for a small portion of said process.