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Title: tarmac drive covered in diesel
Post by: stevie wonder on December 06, 2008, 03:39:46 pm

Ive had a major diesel leak from my car,and my drive is covered in gallons of diesel.Ive used several litres of degreaser left it to soak hosed it down,but because there was so much diesel,I just cant shift it,my drive is a total mess.Anybody got any ideas to totally  remove all the diesel and bring my drive back to its former condition.Steve.

Title: Re: tarmac drive covered in diesel
Post by: The Great One on December 06, 2008, 03:55:37 pm

Hi

Might be possible to cover the area in an absorbent powder for solvents, Adzorb is one product or use absorbent pads or socks.

Once the powder  has absorbed the spills, you can brush into a pile with a hard yard brush or nylon broom and bag it, careful with disposal as it might come under special waste.

Regards

Martin 8)

Title: Re: tarmac drive covered in diesel
Post by: BDCS on December 06, 2008, 06:01:51 pm

Diesel will kill the drive, you need to soak it it asap with as above, or saw dust or kiln dried sand. If you leave it too long the drive will need overlaying but if your quick you may rescue the situation. You could always claim then lay the drive in a more resiliant surface

Title: Re: tarmac drive covered in diesel
Post by: stevie wonder on December 07, 2008, 07:45:13 am

Thankyou for your excellent replies.Steve.

Title: Re: tarmac drive covered in diesel
Post by: Roger Oakley on December 07, 2008, 09:03:44 am

Might be a bit late, but have a look at this website they may have something that might help.
www.newpig.co.uk

Problem with diesel on tarmac is it will eat away at it, so try to limit the damage if you can.