How to Wash Pollen Off of a Car
If you don't want tissues littering the floor from blowing your nose all day, you need to wash the pollen off of your car. Although it's inevitable that you will track the nuisance inside your car, you can minimize the impact on your nose and lungs with regular washes. Otherwise, the yellow-tinged buildup on the outside of your vehicle can make its way inside your car. As long as you use products specifically designed for your car's delicate finish, you can wave goodbye to pollen as it washes down the nearest drain.
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Things You'll Need
- Water hose
- Bucket or wash pail
- Soft cloth or sponge
- Carwash detergent
- Car wax (optional)
Instructions
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Rinse your car using a water hose with an adjustable water pressure nozzle. Adjust the nozzle from a wide spray to a single steady stream, as needed, to target stubborn areas.
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Get an empty wash bucket or pail and fill it up about halfway with cool water.
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Follow the directions on the carwash detergent bottle, if available. Otherwise, pour about one or two capfuls of the product into the bucket.
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Wash your car using large, circular motions. Be sure to use a cotton cloth specifically made for automobiles or a soft sponge to avoid chipping or damaging the finish. When done, rinse all traces of soap from the vehicle.
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Hand-dry the car completely. This process usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes, or more, depending on the size of your vehicle.
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Tips & Warnings
You can also apply a high-quality car wax to your vehicle. Depending on the product, it can lessen the need to perform total car washes in the future.
To reduce spotting, dry your car in a cool, shady area away from direct sunlight.
Avoid using harsh abrasive cleaners or regular household dish detergent, as these products can strip, chip and damage your paint.
Prevent rust by drying any puddles of water on the hood, trunk and car doors.
References
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