Using An Ice Melt: Step-By-Step Instructions

Winter is a cold and unforgiving season, especially when you’re trying to melt the ice on your driveway or walkway. You might have tried using salt, which can damage your concrete or plants if not used properly. 

Fortunately, there’s an easy solution that does not cause damage: ice melt! But not any ice melt (not even your favorite DIY ice melt). You need a chemical-free, toxin-free ice melt. But have you ever wondered how you should use this product?

In this blog post, we’ll walk through the steps for using an ice melt as well as some helpful tips for getting the best results from it:

Pet-Friendly Ice Melt

Step 1: Remove soft, fresh snow manually

This step is best done before using an ice melt, so you don’t have to worry about picking it up later. If your driveway or sidewalk is covered in snow, do this:

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Use a broom for hard surfaces like wood or metal siding. A broom will help clear away wet and loose piles of snow, but it won’t work on deep drifts of compacted snow that are frozen together into one solid mass.

Step 2: Apply ice melt 

Now, apply ice melt to them. Be sure not to use more than is necessary; too much will be wasted and may even cause damage.

Step 3: Allow the ice melt product to completely dissolve any remaining ice or snow.

Allow the ice melt product to completely dissolve any remaining ice or snow. Do not use a hose to wash away the ice melt, nor should you sweep it away, brush it away, or use a shovel to remove it. As long as the product was applied at least 24 hours before anticipated freezing temperatures and properly maintained throughout the winter season, there is no need for additional application until springtime.

Safe Paw vs DIY Ice Melt

Safe Paw is a product that can help you keep your pet’s paws safe during the winter months. It’s chemical-free, salt-free, and acetate-free and comprises natural ingredients. Safe Paw is safe on your pet’s paws!

Gaia Enterprises Inc. delivers 100% pet-safe and environmentally friendly winter products. Safe Paw, our flagship product, is the #1 selling pet-safe ice melt that does not harm pets, safe if ingested, and safe on all types of concrete.

DIY ice melt is not just less effective but also creates a lot of mess. If you’re looking for an alternative to making your own ice melt, Safe Paw is the way to go. Safe Paw is made from all-natural ingredients and is safe for pets and children. It’s also less messy than DIY ice melters that require regular refills, so it saves you time and energy!

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