Category: Steve’s Q&A
If Concrete Is Well Maintained, Yet It Was Damaged—Was the Product at Fault?
When concrete damage appears after winter, it’s natural to search for the cause. And if a contractor claims the concrete was well maintained, it might seem like the ice melt...
Can Ice Melt Damage Sealed Concrete? The Safe Paw & Safe Thaw Answer
Concrete is a solid mass formed from a mixture of gravel, sand, cement, and water. In its normal state, it doesn’t naturally contain air. However, when exposed to water—especially during...
If Concrete Is Well Maintained, Yet It Was Damaged—Was the Product at Fault?
Source by freepik When concrete damage appears after winter, it’s natural to search for the cause. And if a contractor claims the concrete was well maintained, it might seem like...
How to Tell If Damage to My Concrete Is from an Ice Melter, the Seal, or Poor Concrete Quality
Source By Freepik When winter ends and your driveway or walkway looks flaked, cracked, or pitted, it’s natural to ask: Was it the ice melt I used? But determining the...
What Are Concrete Pops and What Causes Them?
If you’ve noticed small craters, chips, or broken areas on the surface of your driveway, walkway, or patio, you might be dealing with concrete pops. These seemingly minor blemishes are...
Why Test Safe Paw on a Small, Inconspicuous Area First, Even on Sealed or Older Concrete?
The Importance of Testing Ice Melt Products on Concrete Surfaces Even when using products like Safe Paw and Safe Thaw, which are designed to be safe for concrete, it’s advisable...
What Is Air Entrainment in Concrete, and Why Does It Matter for Winter Durability?
Concrete is a solid mass formed from a mixture of gravel, sand, cement, and water. In its normal state, it doesn’t naturally contain air. However, when exposed to water—especially during...