By Tony Alvarez · October 9, 2026
Pollen is gritty. Wiping it off dry drags it across the paint like fine sandpaper, which is how swirl marks are born.
Rinse first, always. Then wash with plenty of soap and a soft mitt, and dry with a clean microfiber towel.
During peak season, a wash every few days keeps the film from bonding to the clear coat after rain.
If your paint already has swirls, paint correction can remove most of them. A coating afterward makes next spring much easier.
