View Full Version : Getting rid of ice on a composite patio deck?
Jeffrey Makiel
12-14-2007, 8:01 AM
What's the best way to remove ice on a deck in lieu of physically scaping or chipping it off? Or, perhaps just improve traction by using sand? The deck is made from a composite material (Fiberon or Trex). I have been told to not use salt because it will permanently stain the deck. Any suggestions?
-Jeff :)
Joe Pelonio
12-14-2007, 8:10 AM
On the front walk I use a granular product that is not salt, that I bought at one of the borgs, and is supposed to be bio-degradable, non toxic and safe for pets and plants. It doesn't say anything about staining decks though.
Bryan Berguson
12-14-2007, 8:11 AM
I would use sand if I could keep it out of the house.
Bryan
Bubba Davis
12-14-2007, 12:47 PM
Won't get rid of ice but try kitty litter for traction. The flyer that came with the Trex for my deck said plain old shovel is best.
David G Baker
12-14-2007, 2:17 PM
Jeffrey,
If you want to protect your Trex deck from ice you can always cover the areas that you need for access with plywood. You can scrape and shovel all you want.
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