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Old 12-21-10, 02:54 PM   #54
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Originally Posted by jimbuna View Post
I could be wrong but as far as my understanding goes, rock salt ceases to work at temperatures below -5 or -8 degrees
Depends for what, in mild temperatures it will speed up melting and make it easier to scrape off the ice. However, even at -20 celsius, it will still melt through the ice and give you increased traction. I use it on my driveway during the winter.
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