How to Seal a Driveway: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to seal your driveway to protect it from damage and weathering. Follow our simple guide to prepare and coat your asphalt surface.
- •Stiff-bristle push broom
- •Garden hose with high-pressure nozzle
- •Squeegee or driveway sealer applicator brush
- •Putty knife
- •Rubber gloves
- •Pressure washer (optional)
- •Edger or weed trimmer (optional)
- •Driveway sealer (asphalt-based or concrete-specific, 4.75-5 gallons per 400 sq. ft.)
- •Asphalt crack filler or concrete patch compound
- •Mild detergent or degreaser for oil stains
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Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1.Remove all grass, weeds, and debris from the driveway edges and cracks using an edger or putty knife.
- 2.Clean oil and gas stains using a mild detergent and a stiff brush to ensure the sealer bonds properly.
- 3.Repair any cracks or fissures in the surface using an appropriate crack filler or patch compound.
- 4.Sweep the entire driveway thoroughly to remove loose dirt and debris.
- 5.Wash the driveway completely with a hose or pressure washer and allow it to dry for at least 24 hours.
- 6.Stir the sealer container well according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 7.Pour the sealer onto the driveway in manageable 4 x 4 foot sections.
- 8.Spread the sealer evenly across the surface using a squeegee or applicator brush with overlapping strokes.
- 9.Allow the sealer to cure completely for the time specified by the manufacturer before allowing foot or vehicle traffic.
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