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Hi, for the below applicator pads, how do I wash and reuse them (are they dishwasher friendly)? Are there any signs that I should not use more than once (e.g. discolor, tears, number of times used) can I use multiple times? (sorry for so many questions) pls let me know -ron

DI Accessories Foam Applicator Pad

Hey Ron, thanks for the question.

Those applicator pads are perfectly fine for about 15-20 washes in my experience.  I use them to apply all sorts of things…tire dressing, wax, trim detailer, etc.  After each time, I will drop them in the wash and get them clean.  After a certain point you will see some normal wear and tear.  At this point, its time to retire them to other duties besides waxing; you don’t want the tears to leave marring in the paint while waxing (think of it like the edges of a use microfiber towel that you have discarded to interior only use).  This is the point where I will use them for tire dressing and trim detailer.

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