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Does Table Salt Melt Ice? Effective De-Icing for Your Driveway
Winter ice can create dangerous conditions on driveways and walkways, prompting many people to ask: does table salt melt ice? The answer is yes, but understanding how and when to...
Why the Lack of Regulation Lets Ice Melt Brands Mislead Consumers
In the world of winter safety, not all deicers are created equal—and neither are their labels. One of the most pressing issues facing consumers today is the lack of regulation...
What Makes an Ice Melt Truly Pet Safe? Here’s What to Look For
When winter hits, so do the icy sidewalks, driveways, and stairs. And while preventing slips and falls is a priority, for pet owners, there’s another concern at play: Will this...
Why Rock Salt Is Still Used—Despite the Risks to Pets, Concrete, and the Environment
When it comes to winter safety, many products marketed as “pet safe” still contain sodium chloride, commonly known as rock salt. But despite the familiar name and widespread use, rock...
The Hidden Risk of CMA Ice Melt Blends: Why “Safe” Ingredients Don’t Cancel Out Chlorides
Calcium Magnesium Acetate (CMA) is often promoted as a safer alternative in the ice melt world. Known for being biodegradable, less corrosive, and less damaging to plants and surfaces, CMA...
The Real Risks of Calcium Chloride and Magnesium Chloride in Ice Melts for Pets and Concrete
Walk down the ice melt aisle during winter and you’ll see countless products claiming to be “safer” for pets and surfaces. Often, these products still contain calcium chloride or magnesium...
Why “Pet Friendly” Doesn’t Always Mean Pet Safe in Ice Melts
During the winter months, pet owners turn to ice melts that claim to be “pet friendly,” believing this label ensures safety for their dogs and cats. But here’s the hard...
If Someone Experiences Property Damage, Should They Contact the Store or the Manufacturer?
When a customer experiences potential property damage and believes it might be related to a product, the next step can feel uncertain. Should you contact the store where you purchased...
Why Resurfacing Is the Smart Fix for Widespread Popping or Surface Damage in Concrete
When concrete begins to show signs of widespread popping or scaling, it’s easy to assume the worst—that full replacement is necessary. But in most cases, this isn’t just costly; it’s...
If Pre-Existing Poor Quality Is Suspected, How Can I Assess the Condition of My Concrete?
Concrete might seem tough and dependable on the outside, but what lies beneath the surface can be a different story altogether. If you’re concerned that your concrete may have been...