AutoBead Tar Gel Tar And Glue Remover

Solvent gel that dissolves tar spots on paintwork

AutoBead Tar Gel Tar And Glue Remover

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Autobead Tar Gel removes tar deposits from paintwork with ease. Its gel-like consistency reduces run-off and drying out, so less product is needed, and its blend of hydrocarbon solvents dissolves tough tar spots while emulsifiers help it rinse away afterwards.

  • Dissolves tough tar spots
  • Less product needed
  • Stays where you spray it
  • Rinses off cleanly
  • Gentler for sensitive areas
  • Easy spray application
  • Hydrocarbon solvent blend
  • Emulsifiers aid rinsing
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Autobead Tar Gel removes tar deposits from paintwork with ease. Its gel-like consistency reduces run-off and drying out, so less product is needed, and its blend of hydrocarbon solvents dissolves tough tar spots while emulsifiers help it rinse away afterwards.

Autobead says Tar Gel is less aggressive than its Glue and Tar Remover, which makes it a suitable choice for more sensitive areas. As with all glue and tar removal products, it is not for use on plastics or rubber. Choose 500ml or 5L.

Key Features

  • Gel tar remover for paintwork
  • Hydrocarbon solvent blend
  • Gel reduces run-off and drying
  • Rinses away with emulsifiers
  • Gentler than Glue and Tar Remover
  • 500ml and 5L

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Key features

  • Tar Remover
  • Glue Removal
  • Gel Formula
  • Targeted Cleaning
  • Pre Polish Prep

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Expert Notes

Tar spots are a solvent job. Washing will not shift them, but the hydrocarbon solvents in Tar Gel dissolve them, and the gel keeps the product on the spot rather than running down the panel.

Autobead pitches it as the gentler of its two tar products, so it is the one to choose for more sensitive areas.

Emulsifiers in the blend help it rinse away after use, and the gel-like consistency cuts run off and drying out, so less product is needed for each spot.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Paintwork
  • Lower panels and sills

Caution: Do not use on plastics or rubber. Do not let the product dry on the surface.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Tar Remover Gel
Formula
Hydrocarbon Solvents, Emulsifiers
Use On
Paintwork
Not For
Plastics, Rubber
Sizes
500ml, 5L
Consistency
Gel-Like
Rinse
Pressure Washer
Prep
Wash And Dry First
Brand
Autobead

How To Use

Prepare

  1. Shake well before use.
  2. Wash and dry the car thoroughly.

Remove tar

  1. Spray directly onto the tar deposits.
  2. Leave it for a suitable contact time, without letting it dry.
  3. Rinse clean with a pressure washer.

Top Tip: Treat the lower panels behind the wheels first, where tar collects, and rinse before the gel can dry.

Performance Benefits

  • Helps dissolve tar spots and adhesive residue
  • Reduces the amount of dirt left for the wash mitt
  • Helps lower wash mark risk
  • Works as part of a safer wash process
  • Useful during winter and heavy road film build-up
  • Rinses away before shampoo washing

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tar Gel the same as Autobead Glue and Tar Remover?

No. Autobead says Tar Gel is less aggressive than its Glue and Tar Remover, which makes it suitable for more sensitive areas.

Does it remove glue?

Autobead lists Tar Gel for removing glue and tar from paintwork in its Detail Like a Pro kit.

Can I use it on plastic or rubber trim?

No. As with all glue and tar removers, Autobead does not advise using it on plastics or rubbers.

Why is it a gel?

The gel-like consistency reduces run-off and drying out, so less product is needed.

Do I need to wash the car first?

Yes. Autobead says to wash and dry the car thoroughly before applying.

Who sells Autobead in the UK?

The Drivers HQ is the exclusive UK reseller of Autobead.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Keep it off plastics and rubber trim.
  2. Work on cool panels, out of direct sun.
  3. Wash the area again after removing tar.
  4. Protect the paint afterwards.
  5. Shake the bottle first.
  6. Do not let it dry on the paint.
  7. Rinse with a pressure washer.

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The Brand

Autobead

Autobead (also written AutoBead or Auto Bead) was founded on simplicity and efficiency: car care products that get a car clean and protected with as little wasted effort as possible. It has supplied car cleaning and maintenance products to drivers in Germany, Switzerland and Austria since 1999, and its range now covers every stage of a detail, from citrus pre-wash and shampoo to compounds, polishing pads and Silex ceramic coatings.

The Drivers HQ is the exclusive UK reseller of Autobead. We keep the range on the shelf at our Ilkeston shop and deliver it across the UK.

Our customers' favourites are Heavy Dirt citrus pre-wash, Pure Shampoo, Snow Foam and the two wheel cleaners, Alloy Cleaner and Acid Wheel Cleaner.

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Autobead Downforce Heavy Cut and Fine Cut foam pads with Autobead Finishing Compound and Quick Detailer on a black display plinth in a photo studio

Autobead products by job

Pre-wash and wash. Heavy Dirt is a concentrated citrus pre-wash for bugs, bird lime and road grime, and it is safe on wax and sealants: dilute it 25:1 for everyday use or 10:1 for heavy dirt, and it also cleans door shuts, engine bays, plastics and rubber. Snow Foam is mildly alkaline and goes in the lance at 1 part to 4 parts water. Pure Shampoo is a pH-neutral 2300:1 shampoo with no gloss enhancers or waxes, so it will not mask or break down existing protection, and Ceramic Shampoo builds up a layer of ceramic protection with regular use.

Wheels. Alloy Cleaner is a ready-to-use, non-acidic wheel cleaner that is safe on all wheel types, and Alloy Cleaner Concentrate is a concentrate you dilute to suit how dirty the wheels are. For neglected wheels with baked-on brake dust, Acid Wheel Cleaner is a gel used at 1:3, but not on sensitive finishes or damaged wheels. Finish with Tyre Dressing, a gel that does not sling.

Decontamination. Iron Fallout Remover is a pH-neutral gel that turns purple as it dissolves iron particles on paint and wheels, and Tar Gel lifts tar spots with less run-off than a liquid. Keep tar removers off plastics and rubber.

Paint correction. The three compounds are graded by the sanding marks they remove: Heavy Cut up to 1500 grade, Medium Cut up to 2500 grade and Finishing Compound up to 3000 grade, each with a Downforce foam pad of the same cut (heavy, medium, fine) for dual action or rotary machines. Surface Prep removes silicones, wax and sealant before a coating.

Protection. Lance Sealant gives up to three months of protection from a foam lance, Spray Sealant is a silicone polymer and silica resin sealant, and the waxes include a Matte Wax for matt paint and wraps. Between washes, Quick Detailer and Ceramic Quick Detailer top up the gloss.

Interior. Interior Detailer leaves plastics, vinyl and leather with a matt, factory-look finish, Leather Cleaner is a pH-neutral cleaner and conditioner, and All Purpose Cleaner dilutes from 5:1 to 30:1 for everything from carpets to wheel arch liners.

Shop Autobead by type: citrus pre-wash, snow foam, car shampoo, wheel cleaners, compounds and polishes, polishing pads and ceramic coatings.

Autobead Finishing Compound and a Downforce Heavy Cut pad with a dab of compound on a detailing trolley in front of a dark blue Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 in a home garage

Choosing an Autobead ceramic coating

Autobead's Silex ceramic coatings come in two families:

  • Silex Series: the 1 Year Paint Coating and 2 Year Paint Coating, titanium ceramic coatings designed to be applied outdoors in a single, self-levelling layer. They resist chemicals from pH 2 to pH 12.
  • Silex Pro: the 3 Year and 5 Year Paint Coatings and the 5 Year Graphene Coating, for longer protection.

Autobead also makes coatings for alloy wheels, glass, leather and fabric.

Autobead's coating warranty matches each paint coating's labelled durability. It applies when the coating is installed by an Autobead Accredited Detailer, the warranty is registered within seven days and the car has a yearly inspection with the installer.

Whoever applies it, the paint needs to be washed, decontaminated and, if needed, polished first, then wiped with Surface Prep so the coating can bond. Do not wash the car with detergent for the first 10 days, then keep it clean with Pure Shampoo or Ceramic Shampoo.

Autobead also trains detailers through its Detail Like a Pro courses (a Foundation Day, an Advanced Day and a four-day Masterclass) and its Silex accreditation for professional coating installers.

Need a hand choosing? Visit our Ilkeston shop or send us a WhatsApp. We deliver Autobead across the UK by Royal Mail Tracked 24, free on orders from £100, or you can order online and collect from the shop.

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