How many days should I stay off a new driveway?

As a general guide, light foot traffic is often fine after a few days, while vehicle traffic commonly needs around a week — though your contractor should confirm the specific timeline for your driveway’s mix and conditions.

Full design strength is typically reached around 28 days, so heavier or more frequent use is best avoided until then, even though the driveway is usable for normal purposes well before that point.

Using a new driveway too early risks surface damage or marking that’s easily avoided simply by waiting the appropriate time — a small, worthwhile patience investment for your driveway’s long-term appearance.

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