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Removing oil stains from driveway - UPDATED in OP
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:18 am
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:18 am
So far I've tried:
WD40 (scrubbed with brush)
Laundry detergent (scrubbed it with brush)
Pressure washer (after the above 2)
Goof Off Concrete Cleaner
The stain is only about a month old.
So I don't keep buying useless products what is guaranteed to do the trick?
TIA
Update:
The Goof Off Concrete Cleaner actually did a better job than originally thought (waiting a couple of days after using it indicated this). Had I waited to make this post I probably wouldn't have.
There was a little bit of the stain left so I tried the brake cleaner as some recommended and it did take a little bit of it off so if I had used this from the beginning who knows.
Since I had a little of the Goof Off Concrete Cleaner left, I poured it over the remaining stain (really it wasn't very much and most people probably wouldn't have noticed it at all) and it removed a little more of the stain so I recommend using thise stuff. It's easy to use; pour on the stain, wait 24 hours and then sweep it up (you'll have to hose off the leftover dusting).
WD40 (scrubbed with brush)
Laundry detergent (scrubbed it with brush)
Pressure washer (after the above 2)
Goof Off Concrete Cleaner
The stain is only about a month old.
So I don't keep buying useless products what is guaranteed to do the trick?
TIA
Update:
The Goof Off Concrete Cleaner actually did a better job than originally thought (waiting a couple of days after using it indicated this). Had I waited to make this post I probably wouldn't have.
There was a little bit of the stain left so I tried the brake cleaner as some recommended and it did take a little bit of it off so if I had used this from the beginning who knows.
Since I had a little of the Goof Off Concrete Cleaner left, I poured it over the remaining stain (really it wasn't very much and most people probably wouldn't have noticed it at all) and it removed a little more of the stain so I recommend using thise stuff. It's easy to use; pour on the stain, wait 24 hours and then sweep it up (you'll have to hose off the leftover dusting).
This post was edited on 2/9/23 at 7:56 am
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Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:23 am to Wtodd
Automotive grade wax & grease remover usually cleans it.
If that doesn't work, lacquer thinner will absolutely dissolve it.
ETA: neither of those methods are EPA approved
If that doesn't work, lacquer thinner will absolutely dissolve it.
ETA: neither of those methods are EPA approved
This post was edited on 2/3/23 at 9:26 am
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:26 am to Shexter
I've read that Acetone works well; anyone know if it will damage the concrete itself?
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:31 am to Wtodd
Gas
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:35 am to Wtodd
I’ve had good luck with just Dawn
Apply liberal and use a scrub brush to work it in
Let it sit for 30 min to an hour.
Rinse and scrub.
Apply liberal and use a scrub brush to work it in
Let it sit for 30 min to an hour.
Rinse and scrub.
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:42 am to Wtodd
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:46 am to Wtodd
quote:
I've read that Acetone works well; anyone know if it will damage the concrete itself?
I don't see where it could damage the concrete. Acetone probably works as good as lacquer thinner, but it evaporates much quicker. That wouldn't be a problem in this cooler weather, but would flash off very quickly in the summer heat.
Brake cleaner would work well also but more expensive. It's basically axylene, toluene, and benzene mixture.
Gas might leave a stain itself.
This post was edited on 2/3/23 at 9:49 am
Posted on 2/3/23 at 9:54 am to skidry
quote:
Brake cleaner
This. Have used this method several times. It may look like it isn't cleaning while still wet, but the oil will disappear once dried.
Posted on 2/3/23 at 10:34 am to Wtodd
Brake cleaner or muriatic acid
Posted on 2/3/23 at 10:40 am to Wtodd
I use Dawn original or Ultra and pour enough on to cover the spot and lap over about an inch all around it, I let it set for a couple days, if it’s an older stain I let it set a few days. Then I use a stiff bristle brush and water and wash it off. After it dries, if the spot isn’t gone, I do the same thing again. It hasn’t failed to remove an oil spot yet
Posted on 2/3/23 at 12:12 pm to Petey8
I think I'll give this a try.....thanks for all the suggestions....this board never disappoints 
Is brake cleaner and carb cleaner essentially the same?
Is brake cleaner and carb cleaner essentially the same?
This post was edited on 2/3/23 at 12:14 pm
Posted on 2/3/23 at 12:32 pm to Wtodd
Carburetor cleaner. I had a long term oil leak. The oil spot was completely gone after I sprayed it.
Posted on 2/3/23 at 4:55 pm to voros79
Cleaner with a weak caustic solution in it should work.
Take care with your eyes if you use it.
I've combined vinegar and dawn detergent together and let it soak for a long time before scrubbing it.
If you get to it quick after it happened brake cleaner or something with triethane will work.
Take care with your eyes if you use it.
I've combined vinegar and dawn detergent together and let it soak for a long time before scrubbing it.
If you get to it quick after it happened brake cleaner or something with triethane will work.
Posted on 2/3/23 at 5:19 pm to LEASTBAY
This
quote:
Cheap cat litter. I think napa sells it also might be called oil absorbent.
Posted on 2/3/23 at 7:21 pm to LEASTBAY
quote:
Cheap cat litter. I think napa sells it also might be called oil absorbent.
Cover your stain it will draw the oil right up. Over time when dry.
Posted on 2/9/23 at 7:56 am to brad8504
Bumping due to update in OP
Posted on 2/9/23 at 4:44 pm to Wtodd
Thanks for doing the legwork for me
My MIL parked her little ford ranger in our brand new carport and leaked oil all in it while we were out of town last month. It's normally where my wife parks so I just noticed it last week. Your thread probably saved me a bunch of time and money
My MIL parked her little ford ranger in our brand new carport and leaked oil all in it while we were out of town last month. It's normally where my wife parks so I just noticed it last week. Your thread probably saved me a bunch of time and money
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