Tar and Iron Fallout Decontamination in Edinburgh

Tar spots and iron fallout can quickly ruin the look and feel of your paintwork. At A2 Auto Care, we provide a thorough tar and iron decontamination service in Edinburgh that safely breaks down bonded contaminants without damaging your paint. Whether you're preparing for machine polishing or ceramic coating, our process ensures your vehicle’s surface is fully cleaned and ready for protection.

What Is Tar & Iron Fallout?

 

Tar

 

Sticky black spots often found behind wheels or lower panels — flung up from roads, especially after resurfacing.

 

Iron Fallout

 

Microscopic metal particles, mostly from brake dust, that bond into the paint and rust over time, showing as orange specs.

 

What’s Included in our Deep Clean Service?

 

Citrus pre-wash + snow foam pre-treatment 

Wheels, tyres, arches and barrel cleaned and flushed
Chemical tar remover (safe for clearcoat)
Iron fallout remover (bleeds purple on contact)
Clay bar used on high contamination areas
Safe rinse & two-bucket wash
6 Month Sealant or Wax after decon

 

Pricing List

 

Deep Exterior Clean

Optional Extras

 

Small Vehicles £60
Medium Vehicles £65
Large Vehicles £70
Extra Large Vehicles £75

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Is this safe for ceramic-coated cars?

Yes – we use pH-neutral fallout removers that won’t degrade coatings.

How often should this be done?

Every 3–6 months depending on driving conditions.

Will this remove swirls or scratches?

No – this is a chemical decontamination process, not paint correction.

Areas We Cover

 

We cover all major areas in and around Edinburgh including:

  • Leith

  • Morningside

  • Corstorphine

  • Portobello

  • Newington

  • Stockbridge

  • Musselburgh

  • Dalkeith

  • South Queensferry

Live outside Edinburgh? Contact us to see if we can travel to you!

Get In Touch