Oil on Block Paving

[mikesnr]

2 years ago I had my then new paved concourse sealed to avoid the dire consequences of an oil spillage - to no avail!

Three days' ago a van leaked 6 or 7 large dollops (each 2 - 4 inches across) of sump oil.

Upon discovery, I used cloths to soak-up, and detergent to remove the marks, but without success.

I know what a problem this is, and I've checked all the old wives' remedies (including 'Coke' and WD40 and HCl ).

Has anybody got an answer that works, short of replacing the blocks? It'll make my day if there is one!

Thanks for your help.

[Clanad]

Firstly, I've found that paver block driveways need to be sealed every year... But, try some mineral spirits. You can get a half gallon or so from your favorite DIY store, usually in the paint section since it's often used to clean brushes. Since it's not petroleum based it will not add to your unsightly stain. Pour a generous amount on the stains and cover with several layers of loosely shuffled newpaper. This will soak up the fluid and the stain along with it. Next, to completely remove the stain, rent, borrow or buy a pressure washer. Use the attachment device for soap or deck cleaner and spray generously and rinse with the high pressure... Not as difficult as I've made it sound...

[dustypuss]

you can get brick cleaner from builders merchants like Travis Perkins

now for the old wife tale. crack a egg on it poor sand on egg and scrub . ?