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Black-top driveways - a stained question again

I've asked this before and I'll inquire again - What is the best method of removing grease/oil stains from black-top driveways? I've started with cat litter to absorb as much as I could. Then, I would dose the stained area with dish detergent and let that soak in a bit before hosing it down. The best result is about 88-90% effective. Don't use a pressure washer for it will leave unsightly lines on your driveway from where you aimed the water jet. Any other remedies out there?


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Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac?

According to most everything I read, you are doing what all the so called experts recommend. Here are 2 web sites that have some additional tips that you might want to try.

http://www.ehow.com/how_2043302_remove-oil-from-asphalt.html

 

http://www.dtep.com/pnr.htm
Posted 2009-08-07T06:51:29Z
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90% seems pretty good to me!  Did you scrub the area with a broom after it sat for a little while?  Also I find the dry detergent works a little better than the dish soap.
Posted 2009-08-10T03:59:00Z
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