How to Clean a Concrete Pathway Without Harming the Surrounding Grass

Concrete pathways give you a nice sturdy place to walk without getting your shoes dirty, and they add an element of design to landscapes. Concrete needs cleaning periodically to remove dirt and debris to keep the material in good condition. When you have grass around the pathway, detergents and chemical cleaning solutions can kill it easily. Protecting the grass while you clean the concrete ensures that the grass remains healthy and green.

Broom
Power washer
Powdered dishwasher detergent
Long-bristled brush
Tarp or plastic
Cat litter
Garbage bag

Instructions

- 1
  Sweep the pathway with a broom to remove all loose dirt and debris.
- 2
  Remove tough dirt from the concrete with a high-pressure, low-output power washer. This type of power washer prevents water from running off into the grass and local waterways.
- 3
  Dampen stains with water. Pour just enough powdered dishwasher detergent over the stain to cover it; too much detergent can harm the surrounding grass.
- 4
  Cover the surrounding grass with tarp or plastic while you clean the pathway. Scrub the stain with a long-bristled brush and rinse the area carefully with clean water.
- 5
  Remove the tarp from the grass once you are finished; a lack of sunlight can kill the grass. If the soap solution gets on the grass, spray the grass with a water hose to dilute the soap.
- 6
  Pour cat litter over grease and oil spots to remove them from the concrete. Let the litter absorb the liquid, and then sweep the kitty litter into a garbage bag.

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