Block paving is a fantastic method for covering driveways. Still, if it is not maintained regularly, a high-quality spec driveway with an expert finish can quickly become an eyesore due to weeds that can grow in between the gaps of the pavers.
2. Block paving is a fantastic method for
covering driveways. Still, if it is not
maintained regularly, a high-quality spec
driveway with an expert finish can quickly
become an eyesore due to weeds that
can grow in between the gaps of the
pavers. This article will examine the best
methods for keeping block paving
driveways looking as good as new by
removing those wicked weeds.
3. A Spot of Manual
Gardening
Even though it may be the most time-consuming
option, there is no better method of removing
troublesome weeds than with a spot of manual
labour. It does not need to be backbreaking work if
you have a knee pad to use while weeding and a
robust pair of gardening gloves to protect your
fingers and hands. When removing weeds from
driveways, it is typically best to get to work after a
spell of rain as it softens the soil and makes it easier
to remove the whole weed, including the root. By
manually removing weeds, you increase the chances
of your driveway staying weed-free for longer. Try
using a billhook for any obstinate weeds that will not
pull out easily.
4. Use Widely Available
White Vinegar
White vinegar can be purchased readily in most
supermarkets and is an effective and affordable
weed killer. Mix around four and a half litres of white
vinegar with two teaspoons of soap before
decanting the solution into a spray bottle. When you
apply the solution to the weeds, it will start to
remove moisture from the weeds and kills them at
the roots. It is best to use the white vinegar on a
warmish day to help speed up the process and
should there be a rain shower soon after spraying
the weeds, apply another coating once the area
dries.
5. Using saltwater and
baking soda to remove
weeds
Saltwater can be effective albeit slow-working
method of killing off weeds in block paving
driveways. It would be best to concoct a solution
with three-parts water and one part salt, then pour
this over the weeds. If the weeds are stubborn, you
may need to repeat the process and increase the
salt concentration in the solution to ensure they are
gone. Baking soda provides a very simple method
for ridding your driveway of weeds. Simply pour
some baking soda over your block-paving, sweep it
into the gaps using a soft bristle brush, and then give
the area a sprinkling of H2O from your water can.
6. Prevention is better than
the cure
If you successfully remove your driveway weeds
with any of the above methods, it is worth
undertaking frequent maintenance to ensure they do
not return. A pressure washer can be used to clear
the gaps of any remaining seeds or roots but be
careful to only direct the water jet to certain areas
for short bursts. If you are too vigorous with a
pressure washer, it is possible to disturb the mortar
between the pavers. Regular sweeping will also help
remove any seeds that fall between the gaps,
keeping your driveway weed-free.
7. Contact Us
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