Whether it’s weeds, moss or dirt, patios and driveways should be cleaned regularly, especially before the winter months.
Battled with the weather every single day, it’s easy to see how they accumulate dirt and grime.
According to property expert Gregory Smith at PriceYourJob.co.uk, cleaning these patios can help to keep spaces in top condition and prevent issues down the line.
Whilst cleaning your driveway and patio with a pressure washer may be the quickest option, the expert has also shared some natural methods.
These include using washing up liquid along with water as well as white vinegar.
The expert said: “Start by examining the driveway and removing any weeds that you see poking through cracks and gaps. The way to do this will depend on how severe the problem is.
“If you can pull up the weeds by hand, this is the best option. There are no special products required to create the soapy cleaning solution.
“Use a mild soap with warm water. Just make sure you check the soap that you use, as some soaps could cause damage to the pavers. Mix the soapy solution together until you start to see a foam form on the top.”
Pour some of the mixture on the driveway and patio, beginning to scrub the entire surface of the paving until the entire area has been scrubbed.
Once you’ve finished scrubbing, grab a brush and start brushing the driveway to loosen any dirt with ease.
After this has been done, rinse the driveway to unveil the final look, this can be done with a hose or buckets of water.
The expert added: “White vinegar also works wonders for cleaning your driveway. Grab a bucket and mix together a solution of one part water and one part white vinegar.
“If your driveway is particularly dirty or features some stubborn stains, you may need to use a solution with slightly more vinegar than water.
“Pour the water and vinegar solution over the entire driveway. You may need to use several buckets to cover the entire surface of the driveway. Leave the vinegar and water solution to do its thing for around 30 minutes or more.”
Use some buckets of clean water to rinse the vinegar solution from the surface, making sure to direct it to a drainage point.
Finally, leave the driveway or patio to dry naturally to access results and see if it needs doing again.
Whilst baking soda isn’t recommended when it comes to cleaning the driveway, it can work to tackle moss.
Simply sprinkle it over the mossy area and leave it to do its thing overnight, making sure the weather is dry.
