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Alchemy Microfibre Wash Sponge Pad

Microfibre wrapped wash sponge pad

Alchemy Microfibre Wash Sponge Pad

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The Alchemy Wash Pad is a 70/30 blend microfibre wrapped sponge that holds an incredible amount of water. Wash pads are far more absorbent than mitts with the microfibre safely removing dirt from the paint surface.

  • 70/30 blend microfibre wrapped sponge
  • Holds a large amount of water
  • Far more absorbent than a wash mitt
  • Plush microfibre lifts surface contaminants
  • Fibres hold dirt until rinsed away
  • Safe for all car surfaces
  • Washable at 40°C without fabric softener
  • One size hand wash pad
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The Alchemy Wash Pad is a 70/30 blend microfibre wrapped sponge that holds an incredible amount of water. Wash pads are far more absorbent than mitts with the microfibre safely removing dirt from the paint surface.

The plush microfibre allows you to gently remove surface contaminants without scratching, the fibres then hold onto the dirt until safely rinsed away.

After use wash your Alchemy Wash Pad at 40°C without fabric softener.

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Key features

  • Microfibre Wrapped
  • Sponge Core
  • 70/30 Blend
  • Washable At 40°C
  • All Car Surfaces

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Expert Notes

The Alchemy Microfibre Wash Pad is a sponge wrapped in 70/30 blend microfibre, used for the contact stage of a hand wash. Alchemy says wash pads are far more absorbent than mitts, and the plush microfibre gently removes surface contaminants and holds onto dirt until it is rinsed away. It suits anyone following a two bucket wash who prefers a flat pad to a mitt, and Alchemy lists it as safe for all car surfaces. Use it after a snow foam pre-wash with a pH neutral shampoo, rinse it after every panel and keep a separate tool for wheels. Wash it at 40°C without fabric softener to keep the fibres working well.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted body panels
  • Roofs and bonnets
  • Doors, wings and bumpers
  • Glass and windows
  • Exterior plastic trim
  • Wing mirrors and pillars
  • Cars and vans

Caution: Use a separate tool for wheels and tyres, and if the pad is dropped, wash it thoroughly before it touches the paint again.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Microfibre Wash Pad
Brand
Alchemy
Size
One Size
Material
70/30 Blend Microfibre
Use
Contact Hand Washing
Suitable For
All Car Surfaces
Application Method
By Hand With Car Shampoo Solution
Care
Wash At 40°C, No Fabric Softener
Construction
Microfibre Wrapped Sponge
Absorbency
Far More Absorbent Than A Wash Mitt
Colour
Blue

How To Use

Using it

  1. Pre-wash the car first with snow foam or a thorough rinse to remove loose grit.
  2. Soak the pad in your shampoo bucket so the microfibre and sponge fill with solution.
  3. Wash from the roof down in straight lines with light pressure.
  4. Rinse the pad in a separate rinse bucket after each panel before reloading.
  5. Leave the lowest, dirtiest panels until last.
  6. Rinse the car thoroughly and dry it with a microfibre drying towel.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Rinse the pad thoroughly in clean water straight after use.
  2. Wash it at 40°C without fabric softener, as Alchemy directs.
  3. Wash it with other microfibre only, away from cotton and lint shedding fabrics.
  4. Let it air dry fully before storing.
  5. Store it in a clean, dust free bag or container between washes.

Top Tip: Squeeze the pad gently in the rinse bucket so the sponge core releases trapped dirt before reloading.

Performance Benefits

  • Carries plenty of shampoo solution
  • Massively absorbent wash pad
  • Removes dirt without scratching
  • Releases trapped dirt when rinsed
  • Designed for contact hand washing
  • Plush microfibre for a gentle wash

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alchemy Wash Pad made from?

The Alchemy Microfibre Wash Pad is a sponge wrapped in 70/30 blend microfibre. Alchemy says it holds an incredible amount of water, while the plush microfibre lifts dirt from the paint.

Is a wash pad more absorbent than a wash mitt?

Yes, Alchemy says wash pads are far more absorbent than mitts. That lets the pad carry plenty of shampoo solution across each panel.

Will it scratch my paint?

Alchemy says the plush microfibre gently removes surface contaminants without scratching, with the fibres holding dirt until rinsed away. Always pre-wash first and rinse the pad often, as grit dragged across paint can mark any wash tool.

Can I use it on glass and trim?

Yes, Alchemy lists the wash pad as safe for all car surfaces. Keep it away from wheels and tyres so brake dust never reaches your paint.

How do I wash the pad?

Wash the Alchemy Wash Pad at 40°C without fabric softener, as Alchemy directs. Rinse it out straight after use and let it air dry before storing.

What size is it?

The Alchemy Microfibre Wash Pad is sold in one size. Alchemy does not publish its exact dimensions.

What should I use it with?

Use the pad with a pH neutral car shampoo, two buckets with grit guards and a snow foam pre-wash. Finish with a plush microfibre drying towel.

Where can I buy the Alchemy Wash Pad?

The Drivers HQ sells the Alchemy Microfibre Wash Pad online with UK-wide delivery, and you can also visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Pre-wash with snow foam before the pad touches paint.
  2. Use grit guards in both buckets to trap settled dirt.
  3. Use light pressure and let the microfibre do the work.
  4. Refresh the rinse water if it becomes heavily soiled.
  5. Check the microfibre for trapped grit before every wash.
  6. Wash the pad apart from towels used on wheels or engines.
  7. Wash in the shade so shampoo does not dry on the paint.
  8. Visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, or order online with UK-wide delivery.

The Brand

Alchemy

Alchemy Car Care is a UK car care brand based in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire. It says its products are developed by experienced detailers and tested again and again on different cars, paint types and colours, with the focus on being easy to use and lasting well. Alongside its own washes, waxes, glazes and decontamination products, it supplies microfibres, applicators and brushes, and gives its products memorable names such as Dirty Harry, Chemical X, Suga Coat and Soul Glo 2000.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Alchemy online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop: pre-wash and snow foam, shampoo, wheel and iron cleaners, clay, glazes, waxes and sealants, interior care, Re-Fresh odour bombs and brush sets. Popular choices include the Re-Fresh Odour Bomb in Watermelon, Grime Citrus Pre-Wash and Dirty Harry Shampoo.

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Alchemy Light Matter glaze, Soul Glo 2000 tyre gel, Dirty Harry shampoo and Cosmos glass cleaner on a black display plinth

Alchemy wash, decontamination and protection

Wash. Grime Citrus Pre-Wash dilutes 10:1 (water to Grime) for heavy dirt, 50:1 for medium and 100:1 for light, and can be sprayed or used through a foam lance; Alchemy says it is safe on wax and sealant. Whitewash Snow Foam is pH-neutral, at 5:1 water to foam for heavy cleaning. Dirty Harry is a pH-neutral, wax-friendly shampoo: one capful per litre of water, used on a cool panel out of direct sun. Dry with the Alchemy Dry towel, 90 x 75cm in a twisted loop pile, or wash with the microfibre wash pad.

Wheels and decontamination. Supreme Wheel Cleaner is acid-free: neat for heavy dirt or diluted 1:5 to 1:10 for light, left for one minute, then rinsed. Chemical X is a ready-to-use, pH-neutral gel that turns red as it reacts with iron fallout; apply to cool wheels and rinse within five minutes. Qube Soft Clay (100g) lifts overspray and tar for regular use, with Qube Lube as its pH-balanced lubricant.

Gloss and protection. Dark Matter and Light Matter are glazes matched to dark and light paint, hiding light blemishes by hand or machine. Supanova is a soft wax and oil blend for show gloss, Ceramic Wax is a hybrid paste wax that Alchemy rates at up to 12 months, and Duck Tail is a ceramic wet-coat spray, rated at up to four months. Suga Coat is a hydrophobic quick detailer for between washes.

Shop by type: citrus pre-wash, snow foam, wheel cleaners, glazes and car waxes.

Alchemy interior care, odour bombs and brushes

Alchemy interior care, odour bombs and brushes

Interior and glass. So Clean is an anti-static interior cleaner for plastics that leaves a matte finish and a fresh smell and helps stop new dust settling. Cosmos Glass Cleaner is a fast-evaporating blend of distilled solvents for grease, fingerprints and vape residue, and Alchemy says it is safe on acrylic, Plexiglas and tinted windows. For tyres, Soul Glo 2000 is a silicone oil gel: a few drops per tyre bring back the deep black.

Re-Fresh odour bombs. Each 150ml Re-Fresh can treats bacteria and odours through the whole cabin and the air conditioning, not just masking them: run the blower on high in recirculation, empty the can and leave the car unoccupied during the treatment. Scents: Watermelon, Bubblegum, Cherry Bomb, Linen, New Car and So Cool.

Brushes. The GLO Brush Set pairs a large 24cm and a small 16cm brush with super-soft, metal-free bristles for badges, screens, dashboards, vents and gauges; the handles glow in the dark after charging in daylight (also in green). The MultiBrush Pro has two weighted handles and five twist-on heads, and the boar's hair set gives five sizes for vents, door shuts, badges and wheels.

Shop by type: interior cleaners, odour and smoke eliminators and brush sets.

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