Clean garden patios with 62p trick using DIY solution that 'targets the stain'

Barbecue season is officially upon us, so to avoid getting your patios covered in food grime when you’re cooking, here’s what you need to do. Experts from Paving Superstore have shared some wallet-friendly tips to keep your patio gleaming while still being a grill master.

Fortunately you don’t need to fork out a lot, with many common household cleaning products being suitable for patio cleaning. When it comes to removing grease and oil stains, all you’ll need are two store cupboard ingredients.

Georgina Read, Director at Paving Superstore , said: “There are a few different strategies to remove stains from your patio. However, always test on an inconspicuous area first. If you spill something on your patio, the key is to act quickly and clean it before it has a chance to set in. You can use a power washer, but it’s often better to target the stain directly to avoid damaging the paving joints with the power of the jet wash.”

For those pesky grease stains, crack out your usual washing up liquid and some warm water, which will cost you just 62p. Start by scraping off any excess grease with a plastic scraper or spatula, but be careful not to scratch the surface of your patio.

All you need to do is apply the washing up liquid to the stain and scrub it gently with a brush or cloth. However if you find that the stain is rather stubborn, add a generous amount of baking soda onto the grease stain.

Baking soda is a natural abrasive and will help to lift the grease from the surface. Using a stiff-bristled brush to scrub in a circular motion and plenty of pressure should do the trick. Remember to rinse the statin thoroughly with clean water, and if you find the stains haven't disappeared, just repeat the process.

Experts at Paving Superstore have warned against using acid-based cleaners on your patio. Household products such as bleach, lemon juice and white wine vinegar, on patio stones such as black limestone, coloured concrete and some natural stone - this will cause significant bleaching of the stone and can damage the surface of brick and concrete.