GETTING rid of weeds on the driveway or between patio slabs can be an absolute nightmare.
And there’s nothing more annoying than spending ages testing out something you’ve seen online, only for the bothersome plants to pop their heads back up just a few weeks later.
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But there’s a buy from Wickes that people have been raving about online, and it will only set you back £14.50.
It’s the No Grow Block paving sand by Dansand, and it has a four-star review rating on the Wickes website – with 867 people documenting their experiences using it.
Recommendations for the sand first began on Reddit, when one desperate homeowner pleaded with people for advice on how to get rid of the annoying weeds on his driveway.
“It’s gotten away from me and pulling each weed just doesn’t cut it,” he wrote.
“I’ll spray now and then, but they keep coming back.
“Is there an effective way to get the weeds out from between the bricks and prevent them from returning?”
The suggestions quickly came flooding in, but there was one that seemed to stand out from the rest.
“For a longer term solution you should consider polymeric sand for the pavers,” one wrote.
“It is basically the same as regular paver sand, but has bonding agents that react with water to stabilize the joints.
“I did this with an existing stone patio and I used a pressure washer to blast weeds, dirt etc out of the cracks, and then let it dry for several days before spreading the sand.
“Since doing this last year I’ve had zero weeds growing in the gaps.”
“Great tip, thanks,” the poster replied.
“I used to use the regular paver sand, did it as needed. But haven’t used that in a while.
“The idea of a binding agent in the sand is awesome. I’ll pick some up. Thank you.”
Others agreed on the effectiveness of the product, with one agreeing: “This is the way!”
According to Wickes, the Dansand joint filling sand is “based on fine round-edged silica sand, which makes it easy to distribute into the joints”.
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BRUSH OFF: Gardening fans have raved about the Rolson Weed Brush, which you can buy from B&M.
One social media user commented: “This is my new friend. £4 from B&M”, whilst a second agreed: “I used one of these too and it’s brilliant. It removes the whole weed too.”
BAKE IT: Gardening enthusiasts have also praised baking soda for tackling weeds.
One man explained: ”What will then happen is the plants will absorb it, as they get damp when it starts to rain because they’re thirsty – because it’s been sunny. That’s nature’s way of killing it.”
WASH THIS: According to Sam Marlow, a gardening expert, washing powder is an affordable way to say goodbye to weeds.
He advised: “If you’re on a budget, there’s a cheap way to keep weeds at bay. If you want to remove persistent unwanted plants from paths or patios, try using washing powder. It’s a super easy way to banish weeds once and for all.”
“This unique composition creates desert like and weed inhibiting conditions in grooves making it difficult for weeds to take hold due to natural high PH value,” the product description continued.
And in the reviews section on the Wickes site, the positive reports continued.
“This is great stuff, my paving blocks haven’t grown at all since using it,” one wrote.
Huge reduction in weeds… and slugs
Impressed Wickes reviewer
“If your block paving is growing out of control you really need this stuff.”
“This is a great product and easy to use,” another said.
“The sand inhibits weed growth. I replace it every 1 to years and it keeps my block tile driveway pretty much weed free.”
“Easy to use and brush in, making my small patio area like new. Well pleased!” a third gushed.
While someone else insisted it’s “worth spending the extra”, calling it “excellent quality sand”.
“A dream to use and doesn’t shift in the rain or when I sweep,” another wrote.
“Huge reduction in weeds and slugs!”
