Cleaning > FloorsJanuary 05, 2006

Motor Oil on Concrete

How do I remove motor oil from my concrete porch? My son left a bag of motor oil on the porch, not realizing that the bag was leaking, and the spot is about 12 by 12 inches.

Mary from Langhorne, PA

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By Mike Raymond (Guest Post) 10/02/2008

I used a product called Eximo concrete cleaner - I just sweeped it on, and within a week the entire stain was gone!

P.S. The product claims to be a "GREEN" alternative to other methods out there!

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01/11/2006

Kitty Litter works great but if you want it out right away just rub the litter in the cement with your foot. This is what i do, cause i don't like oil on my drive way.

By ShellyE (Guest Post) 01/06/2006

I've used kitty-litter, the granulated type. Cover the motor oil with a generous amount of the litter and leave overnight. The next day just sweep away. You may need to repeat the process.

By hwalz (Guest Post) 01/05/2006

Try cat litter or TSP.

By Sharon (Guest Post) 01/05/2006

My son removed oil spots from his garage floor with spray oven cleaner!

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