Revive your paving stones with these DIY solutions for oil stains
Oil stains on engine oil can mar the appearance of paving stones, a material cherished for its affordability, ease of installation, and elegance in decorating roads, sidewalks, and driveways. Despite its benefits, challenges such as moss, weeds, and, most notably, oil stains can detract from its beauty. Discover the most straightforward method to eliminate these unsightly marks and restore your paving stones to their original condition.
7:58 AM EDT, May 1, 2024
How to remove oil from paving stones?
A clean, well-maintained driveway is a testament to a homeowner's care. Oil stains should be addressed swiftly to prevent the oil from seeping deep into the stone and causing lasting discoloration.
Baking soda, borax, vinegar, and grey soap are readily available and can effectively clean paving stones. For oil stains, grey or potash soap is particularly effective. A bar costs around $1.30. Rub it onto the stain, leave for an hour, then rinse with water and scrub with a hard brush. The stain will disappear.
How to restore the former appearance of paving stones?
Potash soap is useful for cleaning paving stones and acts as an excellent fabric stain remover and homemade degreaser for various surfaces. Dissolve grated soap in warm water to make a cleaning solution perfect for induction hobs, ovens, countertops, and grills.
To bring paving stones back to their former glory, clean them with water, dishwashing liquid, and vinegar. Boil half a gallon of water, add 1.7 fluid ounces of dishwashing liquid and half a gallon of vinegar, mix, and apply to the stones. Scrub with a hard-bristled brush and rinse. Your stones will look clean, shiny, and rejuvenated.
