Tar Remover
Why Use A Tar Remover?
Tar contamination usually builds up around lower panels, wheel arches, bumpers, and behind the wheels. These sticky deposits can be difficult to remove with shampoo alone and may leave the surface feeling rough or marked if left untreated.
A dedicated tar remover helps dissolve tar and adhesive-style contamination before it is wiped or rinsed away. Used as part of a proper decontamination process alongside iron fallout remover and clay bar products, it helps create a cleaner, smoother surface ready for waxes, sealants, or other protection products.
Remove the grime washing leaves behind.
A proper wash removes a lot of dirt, but tar and sticky road contamination can still remain bonded to the vehicle. Using a tar remover helps clean up those stubborn areas and prepares the surface for the next stage of detailing.
Whether you’re carrying out a full decontamination detail or simply removing a few stubborn tar spots, Duel Autocare tar removers are designed to make the job simple, effective, and easy to work into your routine.
Complete your decontamination process with our Iron Fallout Removers, Clay Bars, Panel Wipe Products, Sealants, and Waxes.
Why Use A Tar Remover?
Tar spots, adhesive residue, and sticky road grime can build up on lower panels, bumpers, and the areas behind the wheels, even on a vehicle that's washed regularly. These contaminants often sit on top of the paintwork rather than bonding into it, but they can still be stubborn to shift with shampoo alone.
A dedicated tar remover breaks down this sticky contamination quickly, leaving a cleaner surface that's better prepared for the next steps of a detail. It works well alongside other decontamination products such as iron fallout removers and clay bars, helping achieve the cleanest possible surface before protecting with a sealant or wax.
Our BlackJack tar & glue remover dissolves road tar, tar spots and adhesive residue from paintwork and wheels, then rinses away cleanly.
Tar Remover FAQs
Everything you need to know about removing tar and sticky contamination.
What does a tar remover do?
A tar remover helps break down sticky tar spots, adhesive residue, and road grime that normal washing may not remove. It is especially useful on lower panels, bumpers, and areas behind the wheels.
When should you use a tar remover?
Use a tar remover after washing, once the surface is clean enough to properly inspect for bonded tar spots or sticky contamination.
Is tar remover the same as iron fallout remover?
No. Tar remover targets sticky tar and adhesive-style contamination, while an iron fallout remover is designed to remove iron particles such as brake dust and rail dust. Both can be used as part of a full decontamination routine.
Can tar remover be used before clay bar?
Yes. Removing tar before using a clay bar helps reduce the amount of contamination the clay has to pick up, making the decontamination process safer and more effective.
Is tar remover safe on paintwork?
Most dedicated tar removers are designed to be safe on automotive paintwork when used correctly. Always follow the product instructions and avoid allowing the product to dry on the surface.
Complete Your Decontamination Process
Tar removal is a quick but effective step that makes a noticeable difference to how clean a vehicle looks and feels, particularly around the lower panels and wheel arches where grime tends to build up.
Used alongside the rest of a proper decontamination routine, a tar remover helps achieve the cleanest possible surface before moving on to protection.
Complete your decontamination routine with our Iron Fallout Removers, Clay Bars, Panel Wipe Products, Sealants, and Waxes for a full safe wash and protection process.