Block paving is a popular choice for outdoor landscaping due to its durability, pretty patterns and relative ease to maintain (although it can be backbreaking to install).
Although easy on the eye, it can quickly become dirty and stained due to exposure to the elements, general wear and tear and the oil stains from that leak you promised to look into last week. Fortunately, you can give it a quick face lift using baking soda, warm water, and natural dish soap. In this article, TGCS will guide you through the steps to clean block paving using these three natural ingredients. If you’re lucky – or follow our other cleaning tips – you’ll probably already have these hiding around your home!
Items and ingredients you will need:
- Baking soda
- Warm water
- Natural dish soap
- Garden hose or pressure washer
- Stiff-bristled brush
- Bucket
- Protective gloves
How to Clean Your Block Paving Using Baking Soda (All-Natural Baby!)
Get ready to tackle your dirty block paving with these simple steps:
Step 1: Get rid of loose debris like leaves, twigs, and dirt by sweeping or using a leaf blower. This will allow your cleaning solution to work its magic without any interference. If you’ve let moss take over, scrape this using a trowel or hoe.
Step 2: In a bucket of warm water, mix a cup of baking soda and a quarter cup of natural dish soap. Stir it up until it’s nice and bubbly.
Step 3: Dip a stiff-bristled brush into the cleaning solution and scrub the block paving thoroughly. Pay extra attention to dirtier or oil stained areas and put some elbow grease into it.
Step 4: Rinse the block paving thoroughly with a garden hose or pressure washer to remove all of the cleaning solution. You don’t want to leave any residue behind that could damage the surface.
Step 5: Repeat the process until you get the desired level of cleanliness. For those tough stains, try adding more baking soda or natural dish soap to the cleaning solution.
Step 6: Leave the block paving to dry naturally and avoid walking or driving on it until it’s completely dry.
Step 7: Keep your block paving looking great with regular maintenance. Sweep or use a leaf blower to get rid of debris and consider using a sealant to protect against future stains and damage.
That’s it! With these simple steps, you can easily clean and maintain your block paving without harming the environment or using harsh chemicals.
Sources
- https://www.cleanipedia.com/au/outside-the-home/how-to-clean-pavers-for-a-beautiful-outdoor-space.html
- https://www.hpdconsult.com/does-baking-soda-remove-oil-stains-from-pavers/
