Handy Deicer

February 13, 2011
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Credit: Formula z/s

Wet, leaky bags are a problem whether you use rock salt or a lawn-friendly deicer that has magnesium chloride, potassium chloride, or sodium chloride. Keep the product handy in a galvanized covered trash can fitted with a metal scoop. Use sparingly, and follow the safety directions on the label.

Comments (5)

Martha Stewart Member
April 7, 2010
Instead of a scoop, I use a screw-top plastic coffee canister, with large holes punched in the lid. This way, I can more evenly and sparingly apply the salt.
Martha Stewart Member
January 13, 2010
While sand is nice, it is NOT a de-icer. Sometimes you HAVE to use salt....
Martha Stewart Member
January 13, 2010
Since salt is harmful to trees and plants, and because many people use too much of it, I'd recommend mixing it with sand, which is also available at a hardware store.
Martha Stewart Member
January 13, 2010
I found mine at Ace Hardware. I also use them for bird seed.
Martha Stewart Member
January 13, 2010
Where can I find these small trash cans? Great idea...
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