This is the same de-icing treatment used by municipalities and state departments of transportation to thwart the accumulation of snow and ice. Used as a pre-treatment when anticipating inclement winter weather, the patented solution helps to keep snow and ice from sticking to walkways, driveways, and porches up to two weeks, providing easier removal with less scraping. It can also be applied when snow starts to fall to help limit accumulation to only 2". The treatment’s sprayer is powered by four D batteries (required) and holds one gallon of the included solution, which provides the same coverage as a 50-lb. bag of conventional road salt. The water-soluble, biodegradable solution will not stain surfaces, nor harm pets or plants.