Hello,
Iam looking for a driveway deicer which will not ruine the asphalt blacktop, concrete sidewalk and safe to environment.
I did tried using NaCl salt (Sodium Chloride salf for the watersoftener), but the concrete sidewalk shows signs to wither, so I stoped immediately. I also tried using Calcium Chloride which didnt do any harm to blacktop or concrete, but the following spring the flower inflower bed didnt bloom well.
think it sould be of Calcium chloride (CaCl) type instead of Sodium Chloride (NaCl Common Salt etc). I dont want to melt it rightaway but to give tracking when children walk on black ice.
Actually thinking of using sand, but do they come in bags or messy to use? Where to get cheaper? Would be better to buy in bags and stock up in garage.
Appreciate anyone can share their experience.
Sam