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.

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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.

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 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.