With some basic tools and beginner DIY skills, you can build a simple wooden driveway gate. Other types of gates such as a sliding gate or a metal gate may require the skills of a pro. In this post, we discuss how to build different kinds of driveway gates. This is not a step by … Read more
While laying down driveway pavers is not as easy or quick as pouring concrete or spreading gravel, it’s still something you can do on your own. All you need is a few tools and loads of time. If you can get a friend or two to help, even better. In this post, I discuss the best driveway … Read more
Pavers and concrete are both great materials for a driveway. But depending on your particular situation and needs, one might be better than the other. In this driveway comparison, we compare pavers vs concrete and discuss the pros and cons of each material. At the end of the guide, I recommend the best option for different … Read more
Concrete is a relatively easy way to widen a driveway. You simply prepare the ground and pour a concrete slab on top. But it can be pricey compared to other options like gravel or asphalt. Concrete is also impermeable, which creates water runoff problems. If a concrete driveway extension is beyond your budget, you don’t … Read more
Ideally, you should widen your driveway with the same material that it’s made from. But for certain types of driveways like concrete or stone, that can be expensive especially if you are adding a big extension. In this guide, we discuss some of the best ways to widen a driveway cheaply while ensuring it stays … Read more
The right width for your driveway depends on the number and types of vehicles you have. Trucks and RVs need a wider driveway than regular passenger cars. You also have to consider how much space you have, whether you plan to use the driveway as parking space, and your local bylaws. In this guide, we … Read more
A snow plow is one of the fastest ways to clear snow off your driveway. Unlike shoveling snow or using a snow blower, it doesn’t require much effort other than driving your truck or UTV up and down the driveway. In this guide, we explain how to snow plow a driveway, what kind of equipment … Read more
Because latex paint is water-based, it’s usually easy to remove from surfaces. In many cases soapy water and a brush are enough, while in other cases you may need something more aggressive. In this guide, we discuss how to get latex paint off the driveway. I include tips for dealing with small stains or spots as … Read more
There are several methods of removing paint from a concrete driveway. We can divide them roughly into two groups: chemical and mechanical methods. In this guide, we discuss the different ways of removing paint from a concrete driveway. This guide will help you if you are preparing your driveway for a new coat of paint, … Read more
The longevity of paint on a driveway depends on how well the paint was applied, the quality and type of paint, and how well you maintain the driveway. Some paints last just a couple of years before you need to repaint while others can last up to 10 years. In this post, we discuss how long … Read more
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