Storing your microfiber towels correctly is one of the easiest ways to protect your detailing results and extend the life of your towels.
High-quality microfiber, like the Edgeless series, Pearl, Eagle Edgeless, and other favourites from The Rag Company UK, is designed to absorb water, quick detailers and level ceramic coatings, deep within the fibres.
That’s great when you’re cleaning, detailing or finishing a vehicle, but it also means towels need to be kept in a clean, controlled environment once they’ve been washed.
Why Proper Storage Matters for Premium Microfiber
Our towels use ultra-fine, high-GSM fibres engineered for sensitive surfaces. Whether you’re removing compound and polish, applying quick detailers, drying paint, or cleaning interiors, you rely on microfiber to perform flawlessly.
Once contamination gets into those fibres, dust, grit, dirt, garage debris, the towel can lose its softness and potentially inflict light marring.
Even if your towels look clean, storing them openly on shelves exposes them to airborne contaminants. A closed storage system avoids this completely.
The Best Way to Store The Rag Company Microfiber Towels
One of the most effective, budget-friendly solutions is simply an airtight plastic storage container. Brands, such as Really Useful Boxes, manufacture various sizes of plastic container with lockable lids and they work perfectly for storing towels and accessories. Their clamp-on lids keep out dust and debris, while their stackable design makes them ideal for home garages, professional studios, and mobile detailing vans.
To protect both your towels and your workflow, we recommend separating them by task:
- Paint towels – for compound, polish and wax removal
- Drying towels – such as The Liquid8r or Gauntlet
- Wash tools – mitts, pads and applicators
- Interior towels – including glass and dashboard cloths
- “Dirty job” towels – engine bays, tyres, jambs
Keeping each category separate prevents cross-contamination and makes it easy to grab exactly what you need during a detail.
Make Sure Your Towels Are Fully Dry Before Storing
Whether you tumble-dry on low heat or air-dry your towels, always ensure they are completely dry before placing them in a sealed container. Damp microfiber in an airtight box can develop odour or mildew, which breaks down fibres and reduces performance.
Where to Buy Suitable Storage Containers in the UK
Most airtight, clamp-lid storage boxes can be found in major UK retailers such as B&Q, Homebase, The Range, Dunelm, and Tesco. They can also be found on Amazon and eBay. They’re inexpensive, often below £10 each, and perfect for keeping your premium The Rag Company towels safe between details.
Protect Your Towels, Protect Your Paintwork
When you use professional-quality microfiber like The Rag Company UK’s range, storing it correctly is essential. Airtight containers keep towels clean, soft, and ready for your next detail - helping you avoid accidental paint marring and extending the life of every towel in your collection.
A simple storage upgrade goes a long way. Keep your microfiber protected, and it will keep your vehicle’s surfaces looking their absolute best.
The Rag Company UK Team.