How To:

1. 1

   Gather the things you’ll need: cat litter (any kind will do) and powder laundry detergent. Even if you don’t have a cat, cat litter is relatively inexpensive and extremely absorbent. You can purchase a 28-pound box for less than ten dollars.

2. 2

   First, pour ample amounts of cat litter onto the stain. The cat litter will absorb the excess oil from the cement. Let the cat litter sit on the stain overnight.

3. 3

   The next morning, sweep up and discard the litter. Mix powdered laundry detergent with water until it makes a paste, and then put the paste on the stain. Let this concoction sit for several hours.

4. 4

   Gently wipe away the detergent paste from the stained area. The stain should be drastically minimized.

5. 5

   The majority of the stain will be gone, but you will be able to see some of the spot for a short time after the area has dried. The remaining discoloration should fade with time, especially if you live in a sunny area.