The low-maintenance appearance of a gravel driveway may give its attached home an easy-going, rustic vibe, but that doesn't mean that this feature can remain in peak condition without a little TLC. Gravel driveways put up with a lot of wear and tear from humans and the environment, and without regular maintenance, can start to deteriorate. Fortunately, it's easy to keep a gravel driveway looking neat and welcoming; it all comes down to raking and/or replenishing the gravel. This is a layer of smaller gravel that provides a foundation for the driveway, and if it becomes degraded, it can cause continuous problems. In the case of a bad base layer, no amount of extra gravel will help, which is why it's important to regularly care for your gravel driveway by raking the stones monthly, replenishing the old gravel as needed, and spraying down the gravel with water (aka, the overlooked tip for keeping your gravel driveway looking fresh).