Try to apply this before a snow comes: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bare-Ground-5-gal-Liquid-Anti-Snow-De-Icer-BG-5P/100498360#.UqJAgD-YetA
Rock salt does not "harm" the wood, it will just give the wood a splotchy look. It's usually advised to not use on decks to maintain the aesthetic value. Other alternatives: ( http://www.sevacall.com/blog/2013/07/s/snow-removal/environmentally-friendly-alternatives-to-rock-salt/ ) *Calcium Magnesium Acetate:* This is a salt-free de-icing option. It is biodegradable, so it is less likely to harm vegetation. It is also more expensive and less effective. It is only effective in temperatures above 25 degrees Fahrenheit. *Calcium Chloride:* While this option is less damaging than rock salt, anything with chloride can still be harmful. It is also corrosive to metals (i.e. the undercarriage of your car) and harmful to pets’ paws. *Urea:* This compound is much safer to use near vegetation, but is also less effective at melting the ice. *Gravel/Sand:* Although these materials do not melt the ice or snow, they allow for more traction. They are cheap, and as long as you only use a small amount, they should be easy to sweep up without harming your landscaping. *Elbow Grease:* The best way to keep snow and ice off your walkways while maintaining a healthy environment is through preventing it all together<http://www.sevacall.com/blog/2012/12/s/snow-removal/prevent-back-injuries-when-shoveling-snow/>. Stay on top of shoveling and break up and remove small ice patches before bigger ones can form. If you let snow and ice accumulate, it will become increasingly harder to remove. Aaron Mann On Fri, Dec 6, 2013 at 3:11 PM, nichole rohling <[email protected]>wrote: > I use a product called Traction Melt CI for snow and ice > > > > *From:* Nan [mailto:[email protected]] > *Sent:* Friday, December 06, 2013 2:02 PM > *To:* [email protected] > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Ice on wooden ramps? > > > > > > What do you use to de-ice your exterior wooden ramps? I remember a > discussion from long ago where a specific product was recommended, anyone > remember? > > > > Thanks all! > > > > Nan >
