How to Kill Weeds and Grass on Patios & Driveways

Even with the best layout and landscaping, weeds and grass can find a way to grow through your driveway or patio areas. Taking care of the problem will help keep your property looking great and will minimize damage. When weeds are allowed to continue to grow they can actually damage the driveway or patio material.

You may not need an expensive weed or grass killing product to take care of spots in your driveway or patio. Weeds and grass can creep up despite the best maintenance. Chances are you have what you need in your pantry to take care of unsightly areas.

What You'll Need:

• Vinegar


• Table salt

• Try to use boiling water. If you have the time you can boil a pot of water every day and dump it over the spots where weeds or grass are popping through. After a few days the weeds should die. If you have a larger area this may not be a good option, but for the occasional spot it can work well without harsh chemicals.


• Sprinkle salt around the area. This works by preventing the weeds or grass from getting the necessary moisture. It will take a few days for this method to work, but it's an inexpensive option to remove unsightly weeds from your driveway and patio area. Be warned with this method however, salting can prevent other things from growing in the same area. If you have a garden or shrubbery nearby you may want to skip this option.


• Spray vinegar on the weeds. Vinegar will also cause the growths to dry out and eventually die. It also takes a few days to see results, but it's a much healthier option when compared to harsh chemical weed killers.