Driveway How To & DIY

Improve the value of your home by discovering our driveway step-by-step tips & ideas.

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A Better Driveway Border

Belgian block edging keeps the pavement out of your yard, and vice versa.
Permeable paver driveway allows rain water to soak through.

How to Install a Permeable-Paver Driveway

Interested in upgrading to a permeable paver driveway? Read our step-by-step guide on how to plan this more eco-friendly driveway alternative.
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How to Install Cobblestone Driveway Edging

Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner keep her driveway from washing away by replacing an old brick edging with big, bulky cobblestone.
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How To Fix a Sinking Driveway Drainage System

Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner handle a sinking drywell forming a major depression in their driveway.

How to Seal a driveway in a Few Simple to Follow Steps

Driveway sealcoating protects concrete from the damaging effects of the sun, gasoline, rock salt, oil, and ice. Learn how it's done.
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DIY Pathways and Patios: A Comprehensive Guide

Update your patio, build a new walkway, or install a fire pit to ensure your yard is perfect for summer.
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How To Install Ultra-Thin Exterior Lighting in 4 Simple Steps

Watch Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron install ultra-thin recessed LED lights on a garage to replace a broken floodlight.
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Everything You Need to Know to Install a Channel Drain

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner solve a driveway drainage dilemma by installing a channel drain.
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How To Build a Grass Driveway

Learn how to create a durable, lush, eco-friendly grass driveway with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
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How To Repair an Asphalt Pothole

Ask This Old House landscaping contractor Roger Cook teaches a homeowner how to fill a pothole in an asphalt driveway to make it safe.
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What To Put on Icy Steps, Stairs, and Walkways in the Winter

Prevent slippery surfaces in winter with four chemical-free products for your icy walkways, sidewalks, stoops, and garages.
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How to Choose and Use a Snowblower to Keep Your Drive Clear

If you live in a snowy place, a snowblower is a great investment for both your time and your physical well-being. Learn more about them here.
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How to Create a Low-Maintenance, All-Gravel Driveway

A chip seal paving technique can help homeowners achieve a classic driveway look that doesn't require much maintenance. Read more about how to install and maintain this driveway type in our guide.
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How To Build a Decorative Driveway Marker: A Step by Step Guide

This guide on making driveway markers explains how to use stock lumber and some creative cutting to yield a charming new landmark.
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How To Build a Driveway Apron

Looking for driveway apron ideas? Use paver mats made of concrete cobblestones to give your plain driveway a stylish makeover.
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All About Concrete Pavers

When it's time for a new driveway or poolside patio, this easy-to-install option is tough, cost-effective, and surprisingly handsome. The TOH experts show you how to choose well for your next project
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Driveways That Drain Away

Our guide to porous, stylish alternatives to asphalt that divert water, preventing flooding, and filter contaminated runoff
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How To Apply an Epoxy Coating to a Garage Floor

In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows the steps to creating a durable, stain-resistant garage floor.
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Adding Interest to Your Driveway to Keep Your Home Stunning

Want to spice up your drive? Read our guide on How to transform—or take the focus off—a boring, straight driveway.