How to Clean Driveway Brick Pavers

Brick pavers are used for many driveways because it offers a more unique look than concrete, which can look plain. Over time the brick pavers can acquire leaks from vehicles or accumulate dirt and other debris. You can make the pavers look good again by cleaning them with a quick procedure.

How to Clean Driveway Brick Pavers

Materials Needed

• Push broom


• Broom


• Cat litter


• Trash bag


• Power washer


• Bucket


• Mild liquid dish detergent


• Paver cleaner (if needed)

1. Use a push broom to sweep the entire driveway to remove as much dirt and debris from it as possible. Use a smaller broom to sweep the areas between the pavers.


2. Add a layer of cat litter over grease stains on the driveway. Allow the litter to soak up the stains overnight. Sweep the cat litter up with a broom and place it in a trash bag.


3. Clean the brick pavers with a power washer. This will get rid of any dirt that may be remaining. Fill a bucket with hot water and add give drops of mild liquid dish detergent to the bucket. Never use anything with bleach on the driveway.


4. Pour the cleaning solution over the driveway and use a scrub brush to clean the driveway. Make sure you go over any stains with extra elbow grease. Use the power washer to rinse the soap from the driveway.


5. Look over the driveway to make sure all stains are removed. Repeat steps 3 and 4 if stains remain. You may have to use a paver cleaner for persistent stains to scrub them away. Allow the driveway to completely dry for 24 hours before driving on it.