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I use a 65p trick to de-ice my driveway in freezing weather – it’s better than chemicals and cheaper too

I use a 65p trick to de-ice my driveway in freezing weather – it’s better than chemicals and cheaper too

THE weather has turned particularly cold this week, leading to much of the UK being hit by snow and ice.

And if that’s the case, you’ll want to make sure your aisle is not slippery to make travel safe.

Here's how to keep ice out of your driveway this winter

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Here’s how to keep ice out of your driveway this winterCredit: Getty

Fortunately, a wise spokesperson for Lottomart shared a tip to keep ice away winter – and it’s cheap too.

If you prefer to keep chemicals away from your driveway, deicing solutions are not for you.

Not only do these products tend to be expensive, but they can also damage your driveways.

Experts recommend using a baking soda solution instead.

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A spokesperson explained: “Choosing to melt ice with a solution including baking soda instead of a commercial de-icer has real benefits.

“It has a lower price, fewer chemicals, and chances are you already have it in your kitchen.”

Baking soda is less alkaline than the salts found in de-icers, making it gentler to use on surfaces such as brick, concrete and metal to prevent damage.

Experts added: “Baking soda is the least abrasive corrosive option compared to salt, kitty litter or commercial de-icers.

“It’s safer for your driveway, neighbor plantsgarden and petsand you don’t have to worry about long-term damage from harsh chemicals.

You can buy baking soda for as little as 65p from Asda, and if you want to make the solution yourself, read on.

The snow will continue as temperatures reach a “freezing cold” -8C with freezing fog and ice amid a Status Yellow weather warning.

The first step is to take 100 g of baking soda and 4.5 liters of warm water.

combine the two in a large container, stirring until the baking soda dissolves.

Once finished, pour or spray the solution directly onto icy surfaces like driveways, walkways, garden paths or patios.

After a few minutes, the ice should start to melt.

To prevent the ice from refreezing you can pour a little sand onto the previously icy surface, this will help improve grip and further reduce the risk of slipping.

5 Money Saving Tips for Fall/Winter

1. Protect your home from drafts

It takes time and money to heat your home, so it’s important that you do everything you can to conserve heat. Close your doors and windows and fill any empty spaces with a draft excluder.

2. Reduce your thermostat

According to Energy UK, lowering your thermostat by just one degree Celsius could cut your heating bill by up to 10% and save you around £85 a year. Plus, if you don’t have a thermostat, installing one could save up to £70 a year!

3. Move the furniture

Make sure large, bulky furniture like sofas don’t block radiators.

4. Wash clothes at low temperature and add extra spin

Unless it’s bedding, towels, or heavily soiled items, lower the temperature to 20 or 30 degrees and spin twice to remove excess water.

5. Heat the person, not the house

There’s no point heating a room where no one is sitting, so be careful with heaters on.