wash mitt

Soapy hand cover

A wash mitt is a mitten-shaped cloth or sponge worn on the hand for washing, typically cars or bodies.

The mitt design lets you apply pressure and maneuver around surfaces more easily than a flat cloth: He kept a microfiber wash mitt in his detailing kit.

Car enthusiasts prefer mitts that trap dirt to prevent scratching paint.

Related

soap · microfiber · detailing · wax · clear coat · paint protection · buffing · terry cloth · drying towel · sudsy · driveway · water spots · hose · polish · soft · absorbent · gentle · circular

Opposites
cleaning function

wash mittdirt

Loose dry earth

grime · contaminant · mud · filth · pollutant

tool form factor

wash mittsponge

Absorbent cleaning material

scrub brush · pressure washer · bristle brush · steel wool · squeegee

cleaning vs. soiling tools

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Debris deflector behind wheels

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G