How Much De-Icing Grit Salt Do I Need?

Calculate the exact amount of salt needed for your surfaces. Use our simple manual calculator for quick estimates, or our Interactive Map for precise measurements of irregular areas. With proper planning and the right amount of salt, you’ll ensure the safety of your business, reduce the risk of slips and falls, and keep your property in excellent condition even during the harshest winter conditions.

Surface Details
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Calculation Results
Application Rate: 60g/m²
Total Area: - m²
Salt Required: - kg
Recommended: Based on your area, we recommend purchasing 0 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
Application Rate: 60/m²
Total Area: - m²
Salt Required: - kg
Recommended: Based on your area, we recommend purchasing 0 bags to ensure you have enough for multiple treatments.

Everything for Winter Maintenance

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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You’ll notice that each of our products shows an estimated delivery window. Whilst we always do our best to deliver within this window we encourage you to contact our sales team direct if your need is time sensitive.

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Returns

If you no longer need your order, or it arrives faulty or damaged, we can accept returns for up to 30 days from delivery. Please contact our sales team who’ll be happy to help.

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