What tools do I need to clean coffee and tea stains from pavers and concrete?

Tools you’ll need to remove coffee and tea stains from pavers and concrete include a scrub brush, a mild soap solution, oxalic acid, and a powdered cleaner.

What is an oxalic acid solution?

Oxalic acid is a corrosive chemical used to remove tough stains, like oil or grease, from pavers and concrete. It is important to use this acid with extreme caution.

How do I use a powdered cleaner for coffee and tea stains?

To use a powdered cleaner, wet the stained area with water and sprinkle the powdered cleaner onto the wet stain. Use a stiff-bristle broom to scrub the area with the cleaner in circular motions until the stain has been removed.

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Get Rid of Coffee and Tea Stains from Pavers and Concrete in No Time

It's inevitable that spills can happen while you take your morning coffee or afternoon tea break. And when those spills occur on your paver patio or concrete sidewalks and driveways, you might be concerned about the lasting damage on them. We understand that worry, and we're here to help. Here are some quick and easy methods to get rid of those coffee and tea stains quickly.

Updated 19 Jun 2023

By Blaž Stančič

Using a Scrub Brush and Mild Soap Solution

This is one of the easiest and quickest ways to remove coffee and tea stains on pavers and concrete. Start by creating a mild soap solution with warm water and the soap of your choice. Take a scrub brush and dip it into soapy water. Start scrubbing affected area of the paver or concrete with scrub brush. Continue scrubbing for at least five minutes until the stain is removed. If it’s still there, use a stronger soap solution.

Using an Oxalic Acid Solution

For tougher stains, like oil or grease, you can use oxalic acid. It's important to note that oxalic acids are very corrosive and should be used with extreme caution. Choose either the powder or crystalline form of oxalic acid. Create the solution by mixing parts of water and one part oxalic acid powder. Then, take a plastic scrub brush and dip it into the solution. Start scrubbing the affected area of the paver or concrete with the scrub brush. Continue scrubbing the area until the stain is gone.

Using a Powdered Cleaner

This method carries less risk with regards to the chemical used, but it will take more effort on your part. First, choose a powdered cleaner specifically formulated for pavers and concrete. These types of cleaners are usually made of natural ingredients like baking soda, which is effective at removing coffee and tea stains. Wet the stained area with water and then add powdered cleaner to the wet stain. Using a stiff-bristle broom, start scrubbing the area with the cleaner in circular motions. You can also use a hard-bristled brush to really get down and scrub the stain out. Continue scrubbing until the stain has been removed.

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Get Rid of Coffee and Tea Stains from Pavers and Concrete in No Time

Using a Scrub Brush and Mild Soap Solution

Using an Oxalic Acid Solution

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