It’s the middle of winter and you’re thinking about your ice melt. You want to make sure you’re using the best ice melt for your needs, but you don’t know how to use it properly and what will quickly melt ice.
Don’t worry! We’ve created this step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process of using an ice melt product like a pro.
Table of Contents
Step 1: Spread The Ice Melt Prior To The First Snowfall
Spread the ice melt before the first snowfall to ensure the ice does not stick to the ground. It makes removing the snow easier and creates a barrier between the icy layer and the concrete surface.
Step 2: Get Rid Of The Snow First.
This is key—if there’s snow on top of your driveway or sidewalk, it could prevent the ice melt from working as well as it should. Make sure you remove all snow before applying any kind of ice melt product.
Take a shovel or snow blower and remove excessive snow. It will help you to spread the ice melt easily and help you from falling or slipping.
Safe Thaw
Safe Thaw was created as the ice management solution for tough winter environments. Ideal in commercial and industrial properties, shops, government agencies, bridges, and construction.
Buy NowStep 3: Read The Instructions!
Okay, maybe this sounds obvious, but some people forget that there are instructions on their products that tell them exactly how much product they should put down per square foot or area covered by snow removal equipment (like a snowblower). Make sure you read these instructions carefully so that you don’t waste money or end up with slushy sidewalks when all is said and done!
Step 4: Evenly Distribute It
If you’re using an effective ice melt like Safe Thaw, simply spread the admixture evenly on the concrete surface. Safe Thaw covers 100 sq. ft. per lb., making it economical as you use nearly ¼ of any other ice melt product in the market.
100% Salt & Chloride-Free, Fast-Acting Ice Management Solution
Safe Thaw, Safe Paw Ice Melt Concrete And Pet Safe
Safe Thaw is a 100% chloride-free and salt-free ice melter with endothermic properties. It utilizes the solar effect to melt the ice and keeps it this way for at least 72 hours. It’s considered the best ice melt because it comprises natural volcanic rock and seven other minerals that are 100% environment-friendly. It does not contain any plastic or chemicals, making it safe for pets. It will quickly melt ice.
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Safe Paw
The Original and #1 Selling Pet and Child Safe Ice Melt for over 20 years. Guaranteed environmentally safe – will not harm waterways and sensitive wetlands. Safe Paw can change how winter affects our planet.

Ice Traction (with Traction Magic™)
Ice Traction is your go-to winter solution for driveways, walkways, parking lots, and even black ice on the road. Unlike salt or ice melts, it delivers instant grip on snow and slippery surfaces with no wait time.
Just spread and go.
Instant Grip. Zero Melt Time.
Total Confidence on Black Ice







