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Having an ice melter comparison can give you an idea about the different composition and capabilities of different types of products and this will help you make the right choice for your home. There are basically five types of Ice melters for homes; Sodium chloride (rock salt), Magnesium chloride , Calcium Chloride , Potassium Chlorides, and Acetates. Other types of ice melters you may consider when making ice melter comparison are: Ammonium Sulphates, Urea, and Glycols. And the safest alternative is SafePaw. The basics for ice melter comparison: One of the basic factors you should consider when making ice melter comparison is the surface of the material you are treating. If you are treating the wooden deck of your home for instance, you may have to avoid the use of ice melters containing chlorides because chloride can attack the fastening system of the wood, and the brine solution may attract moisture to the pores of the wood, making it to freeze up and form black ice. Next factor yo...

During the cold winter months, it is important to keep walkways free of snow and ice that can cause injuries. Many people will use a basic ice melter , such as rock salt. What many people do not realize is the dangers posed to outdoor pets, children, even the environment caused by these products. Some of the risks associated with using a traditional rock salt ice melter include: 1. The corrosive nature of rock salt can cause significant digestive health risks if consumed by children or animals. 2. Rock salt heats up to almost 175 when applied to water or ice. This severe heat can cause any salt residue in the paws of dogs or cats to produce painful and dangerous burns. This can be exacerbated if the animal tries to lick off the residue. 3. The corrosive residue left over by rock salt can negatively impact walkways, patios, decks and plant life. This leads to faded paint, stained walkways and dead plants. Salt is often tracked indoors, which can cause further damage to carpets, rugs and...

According to the recent national survey carried in American households shows that 60% use rock salt or salt-based ice melt products rather than safe ice melt products in the cold winter season, furthermore its alarming that 62 % are not aware of the  health dangers brought about by the use of these salt-based ice melt products . According to a 2019 – 2020 National Pet Owners Survey carried out by American Pet Products Association (APPA), nearly 67% of Americans, i.e., 85 million families in the US, own a pet. It could be a dog, cat, birds, fish, or any other pet. The number also implies the care one needs to take of their pets all year round. Winters can be brutal in many regions, and hence as a pet owner, you need to take care that your pets do not expose themselves to harmful chemicals. The effect amplifies in the case of a dog, thus resulting in owners looking for dog-friendly rock salt, which is hard to come by.  How To Protect Your Kids From The Effects Of Ice M...

In either case, the confusion is actual, and there is a dilemma that plays in every mind before making that final purchase decision. With the arrival of winter, residents of cold climates have to battle icy roadways and slippery sidewalks that can cause accidents and injury. Every winter tells the same story, but the products may or may not change. But road salts and other commercial chemical ice melt can also be harmful to humans and animals, especially pets who must walk through built-up layers of snow and ice melt all winter long. The corrosive agents in many ice melt can do real damage to paws and coats even in a single winter. Fortunately, many cities and individuals are finding non-corrosive and pet safe ice melt products for dealing with the icy weather. Eco-Friendly Ice Melt Common Problems With Any Of The Above Products What Happens When Salt Mixes With Water? How To Buy An Ice Melt Product In The Market? What Are Other Ice Melt Options In The Market? Is Safe Paw An Enviro-fri...

Take ice melting into the 21st century with Safe Paw Ice Melter . Safe Paw is specially formulated to melt ice faster than other products, while providing a safe walking surface with a proprietary traction agent. On a sunny day, Safe Paw works even faster, as each pellet absorbs heat from the sun to melt the ice even faster. Safe Paw keeps working even after the ice has melted, by leaving a special “shield” layer that will keep ice from sticking for three days. This way, you can wait out any fresh snowfall, then shovel the fresh snow without the hassle of scraping up more ice. Unlike traditional ice melting salts, Safe Paw is environmentally safe and salt free, so it won’t harm your plants. Even better, Safe Paw is safe for use on decking, and won’t even stain your floor if you accidentally spill some. Best of all, Safe Paw is safe for use around children and pets, because it doesn’t use deadly chemicals like potassium chloride or calcium chloride, both of ...

Does the safety of your pets mean the world to you? Do you feel the pain when they cannot step out for their walks or stroll in icy winters because of ice melt products? If these thoughts trouble you every winter, you are right to think this way.   The primary use of any ice melt is to ease your winter woes by helping you clear your driveways, sidewalks, stairs, patios, roofs, and pathways. Wintertime brings lots of ice and snow, and that means that people will start using ice melting products to help prevent slip and fall accidents. However, the  majority of ice melting products are made with salt, which is harmful to kids, pets, and the environment .  With several types of products available in the market, it becomes difficult to choose the best ice melt to help you through the winter. Safe Paw Ice Melt is an alternative product that keeps your walkways free of ice and still keeps your pets and children safe from harm.  Get ready for winter with the ONLY Pet ...