How to Clean Driveway Pavers
Your driveway pavers see a lot of dirt and grime. Grease, oil, mildew, tree sap, road salt and dirt are just some of the things that can cause your driveway pavers to look less than perfect. If left uncleaned, this grime and buildup can weaken the driveway pavers over time. Whether your driveway pavers are brick or concrete, it is important to clean them every year to wash away any buildup. This will keep the driveway pavers looking nice and make future cleanings easier. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Broom
- Garden hose
- Large bucket
- Mild dish soap
- Push broom or mop
- Pressure washer
Instructions
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Sweep the driveway pavers with a broom to remove loose dirt and debris. Use a garden hose to thoroughly wet down the pavers if they are brick. If the pavers are concrete, it is not necessary to wet them down with water.
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Fill a large bucket with hot water. Add a few squirts of mild dish soap.
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Dump the bucket of soapy water onto the driveway pavers. Use a push broom or mop to spread around the soapy water. Let the soapy water sit on the driveway pavers for 10 to 20 minutes.
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Rinse the driveway with water from a pressure washer. Start at the back of the driveway and work your way toward the street. Move the wand over the surface using long, even strokes. Hold the spray tip about 12 inches from the driveway surface.
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Tips & Warnings
Pre-treat any heavy stains on the driveway pavers with a brick or concrete degreaser and cleaner. Let it sit for the appropriate amount of time according to the manufacturer's instructions before applying the soapy water.
If you don't have a pressure washer, pour the soapy water onto the pavers then scrub the driveway with a stiff scrub brush. Let the soapy water sit for 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse with water from the garden hose.
Never point a pressure-washer wand at a person. The high pressure can cause serious injury.
References
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