Grout Sponge Questions

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So first I did search and cannot find my answer.

So I just ordered some of these. Shop ProLine Polyurethane Sponge at Lowes.com

And I heard that you are suppose to cut squares into them? If so, how big and how deep? If anyone has pictures of their grout sponge that would be awesome. Thanks!
 
I have a Lake Country blue wash sponge with squares already cut into it. Never thought of the idea of getting a grout sponge and doing the same. But i hear grout sponges work great and cutting squares would increase surface area and help pull away dirt. Maybe i'll give it a try!
 
Regency said:
So first I did search and cannot find my answer.

So I just ordered some of these. Shop ProLine Polyurethane Sponge at Lowes.com

And I heard that you are suppose to cut squares into them? If so, how big and how deep? If anyone has pictures of their grout sponge that would be awesome. Thanks!
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I guess you'd size them for what you intend to use them for. The grout sponges I get are about 6"x8", and for tire dressing I cut the 8" dimension into quarters or thirds (or bigger for high profile tires like on a truck). For interior you might cut one of the pieces above in half. A bread knife or serrated knife works well to cut them.
 
been using those proline tie & grout sponges for years and they are only $2 and last a good while (even softer when wet). no need to cut lines into them, they work just fine right out of the bag. btw, ive used the lake country sponge and didn't care for it, it's too thick and not manuevarable into tight spaces...
 
Regency said:
So first I did search and cannot find my answer.

So I just ordered some of these. Shop ProLine Polyurethane Sponge at Lowes.com

And I heard that you are suppose to cut squares into them? If so, how big and how deep? If anyone has pictures of their grout sponge that would be awesome. Thanks!
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Some pics, whole, cut (almost looks like cheese):

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goodinblack said:
So what is this for again?

Applying dressing?
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Yep, essentially any place you'd use one of the specialty foam applicators that cost about 5 bucks each, you can use a piece of grout sponge cut to any size/shape, for about a factor of ten cheaper (that's being conservative). Tires, trim, dash/doors, seats, spot engine detailing, applying wax to a wheel, etc.
 
I'm planning on using this as my wash mitt. Never even heard for dressings etc.
 
Regency said:
I'm planning on using this as my wash mitt. Never even heard for dressings etc.
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Hmmm, just my opinion but I don't think a grout sponge would be among my top choices for a wash mitt. I don't have a very persuasive argument against it, but it just seems a bit stiff and unforgiving to be using to wipe body panels.

It would seem--if you do happen to get a piece of grit under the sponge--a stiff (comparatively) grout sponge would be more likely to hold and drag that grit than a more compliant or plush mitt where the grit would have some ability to "float" and not have the direct pressure that a grout sponge would give.

It's just something to consider, and for that application I think there are better tools for the job.
 
SR99 said:
Hmmm, just my opinion but I don't think a grout sponge would be among my top choices for a wash mitt. I don't have a very persuasive argument against it, but it just seems a bit stiff and unforgiving to be using to wipe body panels.

It would seem--if you do happen to get a piece of grit under the sponge--a stiff (comparatively) grout sponge would be more likely to hold and drag that grit than a more compliant or plush mitt where the grit would have some ability to "float" and not have the direct pressure that a grout sponge would give.

It's just something to consider, and for that application I think there are better tools for the job.
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I have to disagree with you on this. The grout sponge is awesome for washing your car and I have been using them for years. They rinse cleaner than any other wash media I have ever used. They hold tons of wash soap and are super soft. For the price and how they perform I highly recommend them.
 
Exactly why I'm planning on using one^

Tired of spending money on useless wash mitt's
 
Pats300zx said:
I have to disagree with you on this. The grout sponge is awesome for washing your car and I have been using them for years. They rinse cleaner than any other wash media I have ever used. They hold tons of wash soap and are super soft. For the price and how they perform I highly recommend them.
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That's a good input to hear, and your actual use trumps my speculative caution any day:xyxthumbs:
I do wonder if your sponges are different than mine, since I wouldn't consider the grout sponges I have to be super soft (in comparison to a plush mitt anyway).
 
I would be in the camp of "maybe its a bad idea"?

Lol

I would be afraid to do it... but now I am curious.
 
Great tip on cutting them into small pieces.
I'll use them to trim out my car,dash, tires, etc.
 
I use the Aqua sponge for my rinseless washes and have been for well over a year and half now, no cutting and its been a great wash media for me, check em out sometime!

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This is interesting as I have a humongous sponge which I bought for car wash before I caught the detailing bug. Always thought of cutting it eventually for dressings. I got the big blue and use it only once a blue moon just because it's too bulky preferring new premium 16x16 MF mostly to wash mitts sometimes for a change. Long story short I was wondering dare I use the sponge again with the careful detailing wash knowledge. Don't forget expensive sponges are still being sold.. Need comments for those who've used them or grout sponges or just plain sponges. What are your tips for using them safely? I'm in the curious camp too now
 
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