Lebo K.
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The sponge is properly soft - none of that stiff foam that drags on the paint. My black hatch looks clean with zero new marring after every wash.
Soft99 Rich & Soft Grip Wash Sponge + Premium Water Absorption Drying Cloth Set
R 240.00
- Open-cell foam lifts dirt without grinding it in
- Moulded grip for fatigue-free panel work
- High-pile microfibre pulls water off fast
- Safe on PPF, ceramic coatings and corrected paint
- Open-cell foam lifts dirt, not grinds it in
- High-pile microfibre dries panels in fewer passes
- Safe on PPF, ceramic and freshly corrected paint
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Total price R 675.00
Wash Without Risk
Everything you need to wash and dry without dragging contamination across your paint
The open-cell foam grips shampoo, lifts dirt away from the surface, and gives you enough control to work a full panel without your hand cramping. The high-pile microfibre handles the dry in fewer passes, with no lint left behind on coated or corrected paint.
Why This Kit Works
Two products, one proper wash routine
The wash and dry stages covered without compromise.
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Dirt Lifts, Not Grinds
Thick open-cell foam carries shampoo deep and releases dirt away from the paint surface rather than dragging it across the clear coat.
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Fatigue-Free Grip
The moulded grip section keeps the sponge firmly in hand across every panel without strain, even on larger vehicles.
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Streak-Free Drying
High-pile microfibre pulls water off the surface in overlapping strokes, leaving panels dry and streak-free in fewer passes.
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Coating-Safe Contact
Lint-free construction means the drying cloth is safe on ceramic coatings, PPF and paint that has just been corrected.
How It Compares
This kit vs. a basic sponge-and-chamois combo
A chamois and a plain foam sponge will get a car clean and dry, but the details matter when you are trying to avoid introducing swirl marks or lint to a finish you have worked hard on.
| Feature | DetailerSA | Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Open-cell foam that lifts dirt off the surface | Yes | No |
| Moulded grip for comfortable panel-by-panel control | Yes | No |
| Lint-free drying safe on ceramic and PPF | Yes | No |
| Suitable for a standard maintenance wash | Yes | Yes |
| Machine washable and reusable | Yes | Yes |
| Requires two-bucket method to be most effective | Yes | Yes |
Built for Any Finish
Safe on ceramic, PPF and freshly corrected paintwork
Whether you are maintaining a ceramic-coated daily or drying down a freshly corrected panel before sealing, the lint-free microfibre cloth leaves no marks, no streaks and no residue - just a clean, dry surface ready for whatever comes next.
Reviews
What our customers say
4.8
Based on 4 reviews
Yusuf O.
Verified
Drying cloth soaks up water faster than my old chamois, and it leaves no streaks on the bonnet. Sponge is good too, though I do rinse it every panel just to be safe.
Anjali T.
Verified
Got this as my first proper wash kit and it set a solid baseline. Arrived well packaged from Detailer SA. The cloth in particular is a big step up from hardware store microfibre.
Sibusiso F.
Verified
Clean panels, no lint, no buffer trails. Does exactly what a decent wash kit should.
Questions
Frequently asked
How should I use the wash sponge to minimise swirl marks?
Work one panel at a time from the roof down. Load the sponge with shampoo solution, use straight overlapping strokes rather than circular motions, and rinse the sponge thoroughly between panels to clear any trapped grit before moving to the next section.
Is the drying cloth safe on ceramic-coated or PPF-wrapped paint?
Yes. The high-pile microfibre is lint-free and gentle enough for ceramic coatings, PPF and freshly corrected paintwork. Use light, overlapping strokes and let the cloth absorb the water rather than dragging it across the surface.
Can I use the sponge on wheels and tyres as well?
It is best to keep the sponge dedicated to paintwork. Brake dust and tar compounds on wheels can contaminate the foam and carry that contamination back onto your paint on the next wash. Use a separate applicator or brush for wheels and tyres.
What shampoo should I pair with the Soft99 wash sponge?
Any pH-neutral car shampoo works well. If your vehicle has a ceramic coating or wax layer you want to protect, choose a shampoo labelled coating-safe or wax-safe to avoid stripping your existing protection.
How do I wash and care for the drying cloth between uses?
Machine wash the microfibre cloth on a cool, gentle cycle with a dedicated microfibre detergent - avoid fabric softener, which collapses the fibres and reduces absorption. Tumble dry on low or air dry. Do not wash it with terry cotton towels that shed lint.
Does the sponge work on glass and trim as well as paint?
The sponge is safe on glass and hard exterior trim during a normal maintenance wash. Avoid using it on bare, uncoated rubber trim that could leach colour into the foam and transfer it elsewhere on the car.
Can I use the drying cloth after a decontamination wash with fallout remover or iron remover?
Yes, as long as you have rinsed the panel thoroughly so no active chemical remains on the surface. Fallout and iron removers are water-based and rinse clean, so a properly rinsed panel is safe to dry with the microfibre cloth.
Is this kit suitable for use with a two-bucket wash method?
Absolutely, and it is the recommended approach. Use one bucket for your shampoo solution and a second rinse bucket with a grit guard. Rinse the sponge in the clean water bucket before reloading it with shampoo to keep contamination out of the wash solution and off your paint.