You never have to prime when you choose one of our products. Since Auson Tar products have a natural ability to penetrate the wood and create a protective barrier, it acts as both a foundation and a finished treatment in one.

Our Tar products prevent drying out and cracking by being both water-resistant and creating a flexible surface that can move in step with the natural expansion of the wood. They protect the wood from moisture and temperature changes, reducing the risk of cracking. Our Tar also provides protection against UV radiation that can dry out the wood.

Auson Tar products provide a long-lasting result. Our Tar Paints & Tar Oils only require repainting if necessary – usually after several years. Expect at least six to eight years between repaintings. It's easy to maintain, as you just need to clean the surface and apply a new coat of paint. The maintenance intervals become longer with each layer of tar, as each coat provides increased protection.

When our Tar products penetrate the wood, they bring the pigment with them. This provides a durable color that not only protects the wood from the elements, but also preserves its natural beauty. The surface becomes durable and the paint stays where it should – without staining or flaking. Unlike sludge paint, you can easily lean on a façade painted with our products.

With Auson's Tar Paints, you can easily paint over wood that has previously been painted with distemper paint. Read our painting guide for more information. Sludge paint does not contain wood tar, so it does not offer the same type of protection as Auson Tar Paint does. Sludge paints consist of pigments, water, flour and linseed oil and often have a low dry content.