Winter Products

What are winter products?

Our winter products include ice melt, a fast-acting de-icer designed to clear ice and snow from paths, steps, and driveways. Supplied in a handy 750g shaker tub, it is quick and easy to spread exactly where it is needed, making it ideal for keeping homes, entrances, and walkways safe during frosty and snowy weather.

When ice melt comes into contact with ice or snow, it lowers the freezing point of the water and turns the ice into a liquid brine. This breaks the bond between the ice and the surface, so it melts away or can be brushed and shovelled off more easily.

Key features:

• Melts snow and ice fast - starts working quickly after it is spread
• Suitable for paths, steps, and driveways - ideal for the areas around homes and entrances that are used every day
• Helps prevent refreezing - keeps treated areas safer for longer
• Shaker tub design - makes it easy to spread a light, even layer without mess
• Compact 750g size - easy to store by the door, in a car, or in a shed, ready for cold mornings
• Ready to use - no mixing or special equipment needed

In simple terms, ice melt is a quick and easy way to clear ice and snow from paths and steps, making them safer to use in winter.

Why are winter products essential?

Icy paths and steps are one of the most common causes of slips and falls during winter. Frost and ice can form quickly overnight, and even a short walkway or a single step can become dangerous. Keeping a tub of ice melt ready means you can treat these areas as soon as cold weather arrives, or before a frost is forecast.

Its main benefits are:

• Safer walking surfaces - reduces the risk of slips and falls on paths, steps, and driveways
• Quick results - clears ice fast, which is ideal for busy entrances and cold mornings
• Prevents ice build-up - applying it before a frost helps stop ice bonding to the surface
• Easier snow clearing - loosens ice and compacted snow so it can be cleared more easily
• Convenient - ready to use straight from the tub
• Peace of mind - having it on hand means you are prepared for sudden frost and snow

Ice melt is useful for a wide range of places, including:

• Homes - front paths, doorsteps, driveways, and garden steps
• Shops and businesses - entrances and customer walkways
• Offices and workplaces - staff entrances and steps
• Schools, nurseries, and care homes - entrances, paths, and ramps
• Farms and estates - yard paths, steps, and doorways

The main types of winter products

Ice melt is one of several ways to deal with ice and snow, and each suits a different job:

• Ice melt in a shaker tub - fast-acting and easy to spread, ideal for smaller areas such as paths, steps, and driveways
• Rock salt - an economical choice for treating larger areas such as car parks and yards
• Grit and sand - add grip to icy surfaces where melting is not needed
• Liquid de-icers - sprayed onto surfaces to prevent or melt thin ice

For everyday use around homes and entrances, a shaker tub of ice melt is one of the simplest and most convenient options, as it can be kept close to where it is needed and used in seconds.

How to choose the right winter products?

Work through these points to make sure ice melt is right for your needs:

• Area size - a 750g shaker tub is ideal for paths, doorsteps, and driveways. For larger areas, you may need several tubs or a bulk product such as rock salt
• Surface type - check the label to make sure it is suitable for your surface, as some de-icers can damage new concrete, natural stone, or poor-quality paving
• Plants and lawns - avoid spreading ice melt directly onto flower beds, hedges, or lawns
• Pets - wipe pets’ paws after walks on treated surfaces
• Storage - choose a place to keep the tub that is dry and close to where it will be used
• Timing - keep a tub ready before winter arrives, so you can act as soon as frost or snow appears

FAQ - All you need to know about winter products

How does ice melt work?

Ice melt lowers the freezing point of water. When it touches ice or snow, it forms a brine that melts the ice and breaks its bond with the surface, making it easier to clear.

Where can I use ice melt?

This ice melt is suitable for paths, steps, and driveways. Always check the label before using it on other surfaces.

When should I apply ice melt?

It works best when applied before ice forms, such as the evening before a forecast frost, or as soon as possible after snow or ice appears.

How much ice melt should I use?

Follow the instructions on the tub. A light, even spread is usually enough, and using too much can waste product and may harm plants and surfaces.

Should I clear snow before using ice melt?

Yes. Clear as much loose snow as possible first, then shake ice melt onto the remaining ice. This helps it work faster and go further.

Is ice melt safe for concrete and paving?

It is suitable for most paths, steps, and driveways, but some de-icers can damage new concrete, natural stone, or weak surfaces. Check the label before use.

Is ice melt safe for pets and plants?

De-icing products can irritate pets’ paws and harm plants if spread on them. Avoid planted areas, use only the amount needed, and wipe pets’ paws after walks on treated surfaces.

How long does ice melt keep working?

It depends on the temperature and the weather. Further snowfall, rain, or very low temperatures can dilute it, so you may need to reapply.

How should I store ice melt?

Keep the lid tightly closed and store the tub in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children and pets. Moisture can cause it to clump and work less effectively.