Dethatching gravel

Velma

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Gravel driveway was looking a little rough over winter. Used a 3pt dethatcher to ‘pick’ the gravel to the surface. This time of year, in Michigan, I didn’t really want to disturb the base too much. Worked great and looks a ton better. That tool is not exactly cheap, but they are super versatile. Also used it to rake up all the fallen branches off the willow tree today… and well, dethatch the lawn.

 
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Glad it worked out for you. Before and after pics would have been nice to see.
 
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Dethatch the Lawn... there are comedians all over the place.

Today's lawn view.

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Gravel driveway was looking a little rough over winter. Used a 3pt dethatcher to ‘pick’ the gravel to the surface. This time of year, in Michigan, I didn’t really want to disturb the base too much. Worked great and looks a ton better. That tool is not exactly cheap, but they are super versatile. Also used it to rake up all the fallen branches off the willow tree today… and well, dethatch the lawn.
Dethatcher on a gravel driveway. ?

Explain, please. Pictures required.
 

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Dethatcher on a gravel driveway. ?

Explain, please. Pictures required.
Here's my home made version of rake. Does a nice job of bringing up the packed in rock.
Thanks for posting the pictures. It worked better than I expected for such a light weight attachment.
 
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Dethatcher on a gravel driveway. ?

Explain, please. Pictures required.
Added a video. It’s just a rake, Nothing complicated.
Dethatcher on a gravel driveway. ?

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It’s not complicated, just dragging a rake to scratch up the gravel. See new video attached to original post.
 
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Added a video. It’s just a rake, Nothing complicated.

It’s not complicated, just dragging a rake to scratch up the gravel. See new video attached to original post.
Thank you. Got it. Good info!
 

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Funny…. I do the exact opposite… I compact/roll-flat the gravel to make a smooth roadbed and to keep dust down.

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