{"product_id":"pine-wood-tar-a","title":"Claessons Furutjära - traditional Swedish pine tar for wooden facades and roofs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural pine tar with a brown to dark brown hue — deeply penetrates wood, protects, and gives an authentic, classic appearance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurutjära is a premium quality natural Swedish pine tar produced by \u003cem\u003eClaessons Trätjära AB\u003c\/em\u003e in Gothenburg. It is derived from the roots of resinous pine wood, ensuring pure, concentrated tar without any additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine tar has a very long tradition of wood protection — it has been used for over a thousand years in Scandinavia to protect wooden buildings, boats, and roofs. The product contains no solvents, biocides, or synthetic additives — just pure pine tar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Furutjära?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood exposed to sun, rain, and wind gradually loses some of its natural resins, becomes gray, and starts to crack. Pine tar deeply penetrates the wood and helps restore its natural protection while forming a durable protective layer. Natural pine tar has antiseptic and antibacterial properties that help protect wood against rot and mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMain advantages:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% natural product:\u003c\/strong\u003e pure pine tar without any additional additives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural tone:\u003c\/strong\u003e brown to dark brown, which deepens and becomes more expressive over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep penetration:\u003c\/strong\u003e saturates the wood from within and enhances its resistance to moisture and mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathable coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e allows the wood to naturally regulate moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/strong\u003e reapplication is usually needed every 8–10 years depending on the surface's exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWooden facades and log houses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWooden roofs (shingles, shake roofs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood cladding and boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFences, utility buildings, and sheds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of historical buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmersion of untreated wood before assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e apply in dry, warm weather on completely dry wood. Before application, the tar needs to be heated in a water bath to ~50-60 °C — it becomes more fluid and absorbs better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e the surface must be clean, dry, and free from synthetic paints or varnishes. Dirty surfaces should be washed with linseed oil soap and water, then allowed to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e apply with a brush (a natural bristle brush is recommended). A sprayer can also be used, but the surface must then be worked over with a brush. Stir the tar regularly during work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoats:\u003c\/strong\u003e usually, 2 coats are needed. When applying the first coat, it is recommended to dilute the tar with balsam turpentine (10-20%) to improve absorption into dry wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConsumption\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst coat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–4 m²\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecond coat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 m²\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual consumption depends on the type of wood, surface treatment, and weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDrying time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom one day to several weeks — depending on temperature, sun, wind, and wood absorption capacity. The tar dries slowly, ensuring deep penetration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth and west facades: reapply every ~8 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorth and east facades: every ~10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurfaces not exposed to direct atmospheric effects may have a longer interval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean tools with \u003cstrong\u003ealcohol (ethanol)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mineral spirits (white spirit) do not dissolve the tar. Tar can be washed off the skin with soap and warm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurutjära is a natural product, so the tone and viscosity may slightly vary between batches. The final result largely depends on the type of wood — sawn wood absorbs more and appears darker than planed wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Claessons Trätjära AB, Gothenburg, Sweden\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Linoljeprodukter","offers":[{"title":"1 L","offer_id":52841462530395,"sku":"0103004","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 L","offer_id":52841462563163,"sku":"0103030","price":79.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/0918\/8699\/files\/furutjara_1liter.jpg?v=1777205840","url":"https:\/\/www.ekokrasas.lv\/en\/products\/pine-wood-tar-a","provider":"Eko Krāsas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}