How to Permanently Get Rid of Weeds in Driveway?

Weeds can be problematic for driveways, but the type of driveway surfacing you choose makes all the difference. While weeds may not be able to grow through a resin driveway, they typically find their way through asphalt driveways, gravel surfaces and block paving.

Getting a permanent weed killer for driveways can be tricky. However, there are long-lasting weed killers that can keep your UK driveways free from weeds for a long time.

This guide looks at driveway weed control measures and the best weed killer for driveways.

Does Resin Bound Drive Allow Weed to Grow?

Resin bound drives do not allow the growth of weeds because of how they are laid. A weed suppressant membrane is often laid to prevent growth of weeds.

Also, the continuous way the layers are laid leaves no gaps of joints which means that they are unlikely to crack. Therefore, weed will hardly find a way through.

Best Way to Prevent Weeds from Your Driveway

Apart from ruining the beauty of a driveway, the presence of weeds also makes existing cracks even worse because they absorb water which makes the cracks even bigger.

It is far more efficient, long-lasting, and beneficial to prevent weeds from your driveway rather than getting rid of them after they have sprung up.

The most effective way to prevent weeds from growing is to ensure that the base is well prepared. If the base of your resin driveway is appropriately laid, weeds will not grow through.

Weed Killer for Driveways

There are various effective measures to kill weeds on patios, pathways, or driveways. The most efficient driveway weed killers include using long-lasting weed killers such as those that contain Glyphosate, Diflufenican, Flazasulfuron or Propyzamide.

Rock salt can equally do the trick as well as other measures including using weed control fabric or even hand picking these weeds, plucking them from their roots. Other measures to get rid of weeds in the driveway may involve resealing the driveway surface or replacing the driveway material completely.

How to Get Rid of Weeds in Driveways?

The following measures listed are proven ways to keep your driveway free from weeds.

1. Use an effective weed killer: Long-lasting weed killers are the most effective. They can keep your driveway free from weed for an extended period than regular weed killers even though they can be pricier. Using a very effective weed killer can keep your driveway free from weeds for up to 6 months; some may even last up to a year.

   They also save you money in the long run since they are not applied very often, and are very easy to use as most of them come in the form of weed spray for driveways. They, however, may not be suitable for use in garden areas

2. Use Rock Salt: Rock salt is also a very effective weed killer for driveways. They are cheaper than weed killers and have been used for centuries to keep out weeds. Applying a rock salt is easy. They can be spread by hand or dissolved in water and used as a weed spray.

   Rock salt is not expensive, it is readily available and easy to use. However, they may not be as effective as weed killers and weeds may return sooner.

3. Pluck The Weeds Out: Picking out the weeds by hand is also an easy way to get rid of unwanted plants from your driveway. Unfortunately, it may be hard work if the weeds are so much. This method is environmentally friendly since you do not need to apply any chemicals.

   It is however not a permanent method to keep weeds out. Sealing the cracks or using a long-lasting weed killer gives durable results.

4. Clean Your Driveway: Weeds thrive in unkempt driveways. When you fail to sweep your driveway, allowing dirt or sand to accumulate, you make your driveway a breeding ground for weeds. Keeping your driveway clean thus helps to prevent weed growth.

   Different driveways have different maintenance requirements. For resin bound drives, cleaning the driveway is easy. The maintenance requirement is very low so you do not have to do so much to keep your driveway clean.

   Sweeping your driveway with a stiff-bristled brush keeps your driveway free from dirt and debris. Additionally, you can jet wash your driveway about 3-4 times a year to prevent build-up of dirt.

5. Seal Any Cracks: Weeds grow through cracks and as they do, they make the cracks bigger since they absorb moisture. Therefore, all cracks have to be sealed to prevent the growth of weeds.

   If you have a blocking paving driveway or slabs, use kiln-dried sand to fill in cracks after removing the mud and weeds. The best tool for removing weeds from block paving is to hand pick them and then seal the cracks that appear.

   For tarmac or concrete driveways, kill the weeds first and then reseal the driveway surface.

   In the case of a gravel driveway, add more gravel to make a thicker barrier between soil and surface.

6. Use Vinegar: Vinegar is a household supply that is a great weed killer. However, it is not a permanent solution. Vinegar actually works by burning away the visible part of the weed giving a false appearance that it is dead but the roots are still alive which means that the weeds will regrow.

Moreover, vinegar is safer than most weed killers but may stay some part of your stone work as it has Acetic acid as an active ingredient. You may also be able to find agricultural vinegar which is stronger than regular vinegar.

Best Driveway to Avoid Weed: Resin

Modern drives are resistant to the growth of weed, thus it is unlikely to see weeds grow through a resin bound material. This is one of the reasons why we recommend resin driveways above other traditional driveway surfaces.

Reach out to us today via our helplines 0808 273 7505 for further information, enquiries, professional driveway maintenance services as well as to request a free quote for an upcoming resin driveway project. We will be expecting to hear from you.