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How Much De-Icing Grit Salt Do I Need?

Enter postcode or city to check the weather for upcoming days

Do you know the size of the area?

Yes: use our Manual Calculator

No: use our Interactive Map

Surface Details
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Calculation Results
Bags Per Treatment: -
Seasonal Stock: -
Application Rate: 60g/m²
Total Area: - m²
Salt Required: - kg
Recommended: Based on your area, we recommend purchasing bags to ensure you have enough for multiple treatments.

Interactive Map Calculator

Our interactive calculator helps you accurately determine the amount of salt you need to stay safe even on the coldest days. Perfect for irregular-shaped areas – measure your exact space using satellite view.

Map Usage Instructions
1. Find & Search

Enter your address, postcode, or landmark to locate the area on the map.

2. Draw Your Area

Click around the edges to create a shape of the area you need to salt – you can remove the last marked point or all points using the buttons below the map.

3. Select The Appropriate Option & Get Results

Choose application rate based on weather conditions. Results appear automatically below the map.

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Map Calculation Results
Bags Per Treatment: -
Seasonal Stock: -
Application Rate: 60g/m²
Total Area: - m²
Salt Required: - kg
Recommended: Based on your area, we recommend purchasing bags to ensure you have enough for multiple treatments.

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Choose from our range of rock salt products, including different bag sizes and types, to ensure safe and effective snow and ice control on your surfaces this winter.

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Find all the essential products you need to keep your buisness safe during winter. From rock salt and grit bins to salt spreaders and safety equipment, our range helps you manage snow and ice quickly and effectively.

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