Keeping Your Outdoor Safe From Rusting And Corrosion
The winter season can be a hassle for those who live in colder climates. The snow, sleet and rain can wreak havoc on your home’s exterior. However, one of the most common problems you will likely have to deal with is rusting and corrosion of metal surfaces. Rust can be unsightly and cause damage to everything from your vehicle to your roof. Rust can be due to the snow or ice melt you use. So, what’s the best ice melt? In this article we will discuss how you can prevent rusting and corrosion on your home’s exterior during this cold winter weather!
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What’s The Best Ice Melt: Avoid Chloride-Based Ice Melt
When choosing an ice melting product, you’ll want to look for one that will be effective on your type of sidewalk and driveway without damaging them. The most common types of de-icing materials are rock salt, calcium chloride and potassium chloride. Rock salt is the cheapest option but can corrode concrete slabs over time; it also may not be ideal for sensitive plants or shrubs near your walkway.
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Cover All Items.
Cover all items, not just the ones you can see. While covering is important for protecting your things from the elements, it also helps keep animals out of them as well! Make sure that you cover everything including plant pots, barbecues and anything else that may be outside at this time of year. Cover items that are in the ground. If you have items buried underground (like a hot tub), use a tarp or plastic sheeting to cover them. It’s best to use UV resistant material because it won’t corrode as easily as regular plastic sheets.
Use Traction Agent
Traction Magic is a traction agent you can spray onto the bottom of your shoes. It helps you get some traction for boots and walk on black ice and other slippery surfaces, so you won’t slip and fall! It comprises natural volcanic rock and seven other minerals that are 100% environment-friendly and can be used on your driveway or snow-covered roof.
Use Citrus Fruits To Remove Rust From Metal.
You can remove rust from metal by rubbing it with citrus fruits, like lemons and limes. The acid in the fruit will help dissolve any corrosion on your metal, leaving it shiny and clean. You might also notice that your metal will smell like citrus after you use this method—it’s a nice touch! Just remember to use a rag or sponge when applying lemon or lime juice so that you don’t get any of the fruit’s acid on yourself.
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Conclusion
We hope this article has given you some tips on how to protect your garden and lawn from rusting in the winter. We know there are a lot of things that can go wrong when it comes to rusting, so knowing what causes them is important if we want our outdoor furniture and other items last longer.
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