Pollen and pollen on the car: how to get rid of it

2020-04-20T13:43:27.897Z

Cars are currently yellow with pollen and pollen. Many think that this is due to rapeseed, but the reason for the smeared paint is different.

In spring time, a lot of pollen flies through the air again.
This leaves an annoying pollen layer on cars that is not easy to remove.
There are a few things to keep in mind when cleaning.

Countless yellow cars are on the road in parking lots and streets these days. At the same time, the rapeseed begins to bloom again - the fields are getting yellow. Many see a connection here. However, there is no such thing: the pollen on the cars currently has nothing to do with rapeseed.

Pollen and pollen on the car: you can do that

Pollen is nowhere near as aggressive as bird droppings . But if you wait too long with washing, you can still damage the paint. In the rain, cars * are cleaned of the pollen reasonably thoroughly, but you shouldn't wait for rainy weather. It is better to wash your car at least every 14 days , that is what TÜV-SÜD recommends. The pollen itself is not harmful to the paint, but should it mix with sand or the like, this could result in minor scratches in the paint * due to an emery effect when cleaning.

Car owners should use a pressure washer to remove the pollen . It should be noted here that the spotlight should be at least 30 centimeters from the car in order to avoid possible damage.

Antifreeze should be avoided

It is also important to use a summer window cleaner instead of antifreeze . Otherwise, a mixture is created in connection with the pollen that is even more difficult to remove from the windscreen of the vehicle.

In contrast to pollen, other resinous substances such as honeydew can adhere more stubbornly to the paint. Especially at higher temperatures, this can make the stains particularly difficult to remove. The residue should therefore be removed as quickly and thoroughly as possible.

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You have to take this into account when washing your car

Before you pick up a bucket and sponge, you should first find out whether you are allowed to do this in your residential area . Car wash * uses detergents whose chemical substances should not get into the ground water. In some places, washing with water is already prohibited , as oil residues or similar can detach from the car and get into the groundwater. There is no nationwide uniform regulation, so you should definitely inform yourself in advance. Depending on the federal state, there may be fines of several thousand euros.

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