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)

    Anonymous
    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.
    Anonymous
    January 13, 2010
    While sand is nice, it is NOT a de-icer. Sometimes you HAVE to use salt....
    Anonymous
    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.
    Anonymous
    January 13, 2010
    I found mine at Ace Hardware. I also use them for bird seed.
    Anonymous
    January 13, 2010
    Where can I find these small trash cans? Great idea...
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