As winter season leans in with its icy grip, it's easy for homeowners reach for rock salt to de-ice their concrete surfaces; however, salt isn’t the best choice—it can cause concrete damage, harm ...

When ice and snow build up on walkways and driveways, here's what you should know about clearing the way for cars and ...

IT’S getting frosty out there, and one thing many homeowners do when it starts to get slippery underfoot is sprinkle rock ...

As cold weather brings more ice to our roads and sidewalks, people look for new ways to de-ice with less of an impact on the ...

Salt seeker: artist’s impression of compact neutron source and data analysis system being used to inspect concrete in a bridge. (Courtesy: RIKEN) A compact neutron source has been used to quickly and ...

Winter is coming and there are multiple options for different ice melts and snow shovels. Each one works better for different ...

Shoveling snow can really be a pain, and shoveling snow can even be a threat for your heart health. So it would make sense to find an alternative to shoveling snow, like using specific salts (also ...

WASHINGTON — When snow arrives alongside freezing temperatures, salt plays a key role in keeping roads clear and ensuring safe travel. However, over time it can cause damage. Salt is widely used to de ...

A person pouring rock salt into their hand to deice front steps - J.A. Dunbar/Shutterstock During winter, keeping your sidewalks, driveways, and other surfaces from getting too icy is a never-ending ...

Dutch researcher Lourens Rijniers has discovered why William of Orange's grave, the monument on the Dam in Amsterdam and the Alhambra in Granada are all badly affected by salt damage. Salt can cause a ...

To fix damage from ice melt, clean surfaces thoroughly to remove remaining salt and prevent further issues. Repair cracks in concrete or asphalt with a repair kit, and for plant damage, flush soil ...