Using newspaper to dry windows?

[BsixSfour]

Has anyone ever heard of wiping the windows with a damp towel, then wiping them dry with newspaper?

Because of it's ink, it's supposed to polish it, and it doesn't leave streaks I heard?

[TurbousMaximus]

this the tips the homeless guys gave you?

[UltrasportFreak]

Has anyone ever heard of wiping the windows with a damp towel, then wiping them dry with newspaper?

Because of it's ink, it's supposed to polish it, and it doesn't leave streaks I heard?

I've heard this before too, but I've never dared trying it...

[sleeprr]

Ever run your finger across a newspaper before??? See all that ink it leaves? Well, I'm told and believe that there are minerals that are actually harmful to the glass/windows and can scratch them as well, besides leaving them dirty. So use a microfiber towel instead :D

[UltrasportFreak]

Well I've heard that you wipe your windows with the newspaper and then you clean it off with something else, so the newspaper acts as a polish... Why you need a polish on your windows, I dunno, they just need to be clean.

[billyblooshoes]

i used to do it all the time and it works fine (now i just use waffle weave mircrofiber window towels exclusively). leaves a streak free finish. i had heard before that using newspaper originated back in the day when the ink used to print on them was some kind of kerosene based ink or something which aided in cleaning the windows...or something like that...

[epyx]

I've never had any problems with using newspaper.

[casuso]

Do it, I do it sometimes and gives me a great finish. If you have tinted windows, I would not be so sure af using it in the interior, I guess it can scratch the film.

Using newspaper is one of those "oldschool" recipies that have been forgotten, but that work great.

Using a MF will also give you great results, but be sure it is 100% clean and free of soap.

[BsixSfour]

Do you guys just use a regular dry Microfiber cloth, or do you guys use some type of spray?

This weekend I'll do half the window with the Microfiber, and half with the newspaper, and compare!

[billyblooshoes]

i always use a detailers domain microfiber glass towel and either Adams glass cleaner or Stoners Invisible glass foams spray. cant go wrong with the combo.

[teg2audi]

microfiber glass towels FTW but newspaper works much better then paper towels if that's all you got.

[mefischer77]

microfiber glass towels FTW but newspaper works much better then paper towels if that's all you got.

Agreed. If it's between paper towels and newspaper, use newspaper (no streaks/ink/scratches..). If you can use two microfiber towels, one for cleaning - and one for wiping dry, use MF towels.

[snowbird]

Newspaper gives a good streak-free shine. MF is good too.

[heateris]

i always use a detailers domain microfiber glass towel and either Adams glass cleaner or Stoners Invisible glass foams spray. cant go wrong with the combo.

2nd on the Stoners.

[Dowskeet]

i used to do it all the time and it works fine (now i just use waffle weave mircrofiber window towels exclusively). leaves a streak free finish. i had heard before that using newspaper originated back in the day when the ink used to print on them was some kind of kerosene based ink or something which aided in cleaning the windows...or something like that...

Thats correct.. and its defiantly an old school recipe for cleaning windows.

Waffle Towel and Stoner Invisible Glass works well for me.


Cheers

[VMRWheels]

Newspaper only for glass surface. I wouldn't use it on your tint.

Also, you can get a bundle of MF towels at Costco for cheap. I use that stuff on everything.

[ckrebs86]

I use Stoners Invisible Glass and newspaper.. It works great!