How to Clean Oil Off a Driveway

When oil spills on the driveway, you should promptly clean it up so that the oil doesn't get washed away into nearby sewers. It's also possible for the oil to runoff the driveway and contaminate groundwater. Read on to learn about how to clean oil off a driveway.

Things You'll Need

• Clay cat litter
• Broom
• Dust pan
• Detergent
• Scrub brush

Instructions

How to Clean Oil Off a Driveway

1. Pour clay cat litter around the oil spill so that it doesn't leak down the driveway. Then pour more of the litter directly on top of the spill.

2. Allow the litter to soak up the oil then sweep the litter into a dust pan and place the litter into a double bagged garbage bag.

3. If a stain still remains on the driveway, pour more clay cat litter on the spot and leave it on over night. Place newspaper and bricks over top of it so the litter doesn't blow away. The litter will absorb the excess oil.

4. Use detergent and a scrub brush on the spot if there is still a stain the next day.

Tips & Warnings

• Sometimes power washing or sand works too.

• Clean the oil up immediately so children, pets and other animals do not ingest it.