Pollen and window smudges: how springtime affects your glass

That yellow dust? It’s not your imagination

Spring is lovely – until you realise your windows look like they’ve been dipped in custard powder. Pollen is everywhere, and your glass takes the brunt of it.

What makes pollen so pesky

• It’s light and sticky (a terrible combo!)
  
• It clings to damp glass after spring rain
  
• It builds up fast, especially near trees and hedgerows
• It attracts even more dust and grime
  

The solution? Stay ahead of it

• Book regular cleans during peak season (usually March – May)
  
• Keep windows closed when pollen counts are high
• Wipe down external sills every few days
  
• Clean conservatories and skylights too, they catch more than you think
  

Homes in greener spots like Swanmore or Alresford often get hit hardest. But even if you’re in a more urban area, it doesn’t take much breeze to coat your windows in a fine layer of yellow fuzz.

Call in Willoughby’s and let us do the dirty (dusty) work.