Rock Salt, 50-Pound Bag

• Product Name: Rock Salt, 50 Pound Bag
• Function: Melts ice and snow on pavement
• Composition: Fast-acting smaller pieces and long-lasting larger pieces
• Concrete Effects: May cause deterioration to concrete surfaces if recommended amount is exceeded
• Vegetation Effects: May be harmful to flower beds, trees, shrubs, and grass
• Brick and Flagstone Warning: Do not use on brick or flagstone walkways with mortar joints
• Instructions:
  • Driveway and Sidewalk Use: Evenly sprinkle 1/2 to 1 cup of rock salt per square yard on driveways, steps, porches, and other walkways. Sufficient melting should occur within 30 minutes. Promptly remove the slush formed.
  • Snow Prevention: Spreading rock salt while snow is falling will prevent snow and ice from becoming hard packed and sticking to walkway surfaces. Remove as soon as snowfall ends.
  • Car Use: When car is stuck on snow or on ice, spread rock salt generously under the wheels to provide traction.

• Rock Salt, 50 Pound Bag
• Keep your sidewalk and driveway safe!
• Fast acting smaller pieces and long lasting larger pieces
• May cause concrete surfaces to deteriorate faster, and may be harmful to vegetation
• Recommended amount to use
• Instructions for driveway and sidewalk use and car use
• Weight the potential for concrete damage against the potential for injury from a slip on ice

2. Is there any potential damage to concrete surfaces by using Rock Salt?
Yes, any product that melts ice and snow may cause concrete surfaces to deteriorate faster. The potential for concrete damage must always be weighed against the potential for injury from a slip on ice.

3. Can Rock Salt harm vegetation?
Yes, Rock Salt may be harmful to vegetation, including flower beds, trees, shrubs, and grass. It is important to only use the recommended amount and remove slush promptly to minimize damage.

4. How much Rock Salt should be used for driveway and sidewalk areas?
For best results, evenly sprinkle 1/2 to 1 cup of rock salt per square yard on driveways, steps, porches, and other walkways. Sufficient melting should occur within 30 minutes. Promptly remove the slush formed.