Decks, Patios, Porches and Docks - What ice melt for decks and porches

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rdefino
01-15-03, 09:01 AM
Hi,

Does anyone know of an ICE melt that is safe for decks or porches. My is new and has not been treated with stain yet.

Thanks

lefty
01-15-03, 06:54 PM
The sun, or a propane torch. I certainly wouldn't be throwing any chemicals on a wood deck -- bare, stained, sealed, or not.

Next spring, get out and seal the deck. Use a quality sealer, like Superdeck, Wolman, etc., depending on what's available where you are. Stay away from things like Thompson's. (If you aren't paying $25 to $30 per. gal., you don't want it!!
brickeyee
01-22-03, 11:29 AM
If you need to clear off steps or something to use during the winter, denatured alcohol. It is a pretty expensive way to de-ice, but it will not harm the wood. Also works well on brick and other surfaces you do not want to put salt on.