Homeowners will likely come across oil stains on their driveway at some point - and paving experts have shared a simple hack to get rid of them using baking soda. Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time.
More info Driveways and patios are bound to pick up stains over time, no matter how careful you are. With the inevitable drips and spills of oil, it's almost a given that these surfaces will get marked. While some homeowners might not fret over a few blemishes, for those who take pride in their pristine driveways, an oil stain can be a real headache.
The reason oil stains are such a nightmare to clean is that oil repels water, meaning regular hosing down won't do the trick. Although there's a plethora of specialised cleaning products available for tackling driveway stains, they can often come with a hefty price tag and might not always work as expected. However, the paving specialists at Terraform Driveways have let slip their top tip for dealing with these stubborn marks, reports the Express .
READ MORE: Aldi brings back shoppers' 'favourite' beauty product for just £4.99 - and it's just like L'Occitane They swear by baking soda as their "go-to for getting rid of oil stains" on concrete and patio surfaces. Baking soda is a champion at lifting oil due to its "ultra-absorbent" nature, especially when the spill is still fresh.
To tackle an oil stain, mix up a paste of baking soda and wa.
