As winter approaches, homeowners with vegetable gardens often worry about how ice melt products might impact the soil and surrounding plants. The last thing any gardener wants is t
When winter hits, one often overlooked area of the home is the pool deck. While most swimming pools are closed for the season, the surrounding surfaces—especially concrete, paint
When it comes to preserving natural stone surfaces like bluestone, winter maintenance becomes a delicate balance. You want to keep paths and patios free from ice, but you also want
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 surfa
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 chlorid
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 truth
When winter storms threaten, many homeowners and building managers take proactive steps to prevent hazardous ice buildup—including applying ice melt to metal roofs. But not all d
When winter arrives, many homeowners turn to deicing solutions that not only melt snow and ice but also protect their property, pets, and the environment. Two leading options often
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 i
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 us