How Houston's Pollen Affects Your Car’s Paint (And What You Can Do About It)

Houston’s pollen season isn’t just an allergy nightmare — it’s a car killer. Every spring, yellow and green pollen covers everything in sight, and while it may seem harmless, it can quietly destroy your vehicle’s paint job.

Pollen is slightly acidic. When left on your car — especially in Houston’s heat and humidity — it can bake into the paint, causing etching, clear coat damage, and permanent staining. Combine that with sudden rain, and you’ve got a sticky, acidic paste sitting on your clear coat.

Why You Should Act Fast:

• Pollen embeds in paint pores and causes micro-scratches

• Rain + pollen = chemical reaction that breaks down your clear coat

• Dark-colored cars show the damage even faster

• Delaying action will result in expensive fixes such as repainting or a paint correction

• Wash weekly with pH-neutral soap during spring

• Don’t just rinse — pollen needs to be lifted gently with proper technique

• Apply wax or ceramic coating for long-term protection

• Avoid parking under trees when possible

• Book a professional detail if the car’s been sitting with pollen on it for days

At Lux Mobile Detailing, we’ve helped Houston drivers protect their valued rides from the pollen intrusion. The longevity of your vehicles shine and value depend on the frequency you wash your car, especially during rough seasons such as the spring. Give us a call and we'll personally make sure to remove every spec of pollen off of your vehicles paint, directly at your door step!