When it snows, it pours – but why do municipalities treat the roads with salt? A chemist explains how salt affects water and ...
Buzz60’s Lenneia Batiste has more on an easy DIY ice melting solution that you can make with everyday ingredients in your ...
You may not need as much rock salt to melt icy driveways and sidewalks as you think—and using too much is having some ill ...
“and the best option is just to not overuse salt.” The chemicals used in some ice-melting pellets can cause damage to your ...
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How much salt is really needed for de-icing?
As it turns out, you probably don't need to use as much rock salt to melt ice on your property -- and overuse is having some ill effects on the environment.
While we have a break from icy road conditions you might want to make sure the salt you're using on slick walkways it pet ...
The new blend includes molasses and calcium chloride to make the salt stick to the road surface and activate at colder ...
Learn about the potential road salt damage that can impact your home and tips for preventing and managing this issue ...
When winter months hit and icy surfaces become a concern, many of us turn to traditional rock salt as a quick fix. After all, it’s effective, easy to find, and cheap. But as straightforward as ...
Calcium Magnesium Acetate (CMA): Unlike rock salt, CMA is less harsh on paws and is often labeled as pet-safe. We've found that it's just effective for melting ice without posing the same ...
Ice melting products are most effective when spread thinly and evenly over the pavement prior to ice formation.
When the weather turns chilly, most people pull out heavy coats, rugged boots, and, of course, ice melts. Ice-melting products are an important line of defense against slick, dangerous conditions ...