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
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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.
Map Calculation Results
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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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Rock salt spreading guide
A quick guide with lots of handy hints
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- When should rock salt be spread?
- How much rock salt should be used?
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