Use a power edge trimmer to remove small patches of grass along the perimeter of your driveway. Always hold the trimmer level and rigid, taking care to move your body instead of your arms.
If you’re using your power washer to clear the dirt and soap, use the 40-degree nozzle setting.
Make sure your driveway is dry before applying oil spot primer. Purchase oil spot primer from a home hardware or automotive store.
Consider a driveway that is 10 by 30 feet (3. 0 by 9. 1 m): this means the total area is 300 square feet (28 m2), which requires one 5 gallon (19 L) bucket of sealant.
Avoid extremely sunny days or the sealant might dry too fast. Always check the weather forecast for rain.
Avoid products that come with the shortest guarantees of effectiveness.
Allow the crack or patch filler to dry for 1 day. Purchase tube or patch filler from a home hardware or automotive store.
Dip your broom into a solution of 1 cup (240 mL) or baking soda and 1 gallon (3. 8 L) of water for additional cleaning.
Be sure to cut a hole large enough for your mixing paddle’s body to fit through with a bit of extra space.
Continue stirring until the asphalt is smooth.
Start pouring the sealant onto the highest point of the driveway. Gravity will make the job of applying the sealant easier.
Continue to mix the sealant during the spreading process so it doesn’t separate. Make sure you always start with a puddle of sealant each time you pour more. Wait 48 hours for the sealant to dry before driving on it.
Do not use the driveway even if the sealant feels dry to the touch. The sealant doesn’t work until it has completely hardened.
