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EcoTraction

EcoTraction is an environmentally friendly traction aid used in place of traditional road salt or sand during winter. Here are the key benefits of using EcoTraction:

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✅ 1. Safe for the Environment

  • Non-toxic and chemical-free—made from volcanic minerals.
  • Won’t pollute soil, waterways, or plants like traditional salt.
  • Helps reduce environmental damage caused by salt runoff.

✅ 2. Pet and Child Friendly

  • 100% safe for pets, kids, and wildlife—no burning paws or harmful ingestion.
  • A great option for homes with animals or young children who play outside.

✅ 3. Effective Traction

  • Instantly increases grip on ice and snow without melting it.
  • Reduces the risk of slips and falls on driveways, sidewalks, and steps.

✅ 4. Won’t Damage Surfaces

  • Doesn’t corrode concrete, wood, stone, or metal like salt does.
  • Safe for use on decks, walkways, and driveways—extends surface life.

✅ 5. Long-Lasting

  • Stays in place and works for multiple snowfalls.
  • Unlike salt, which dissolves and needs constant reapplication.

✅ 6. Eco-Friendly Production

  • Made from natural volcanic minerals (like zeolite).
  • Leaves a minimal carbon footprint compared to mined or manufactured salts.

✅ 7. Soil Enrichment

  • After the snow melts, EcoTraction can be swept into the lawn or garden.
  • It acts as a natural soil amendment, improving aeration and nutrient retention.

Summary:

Benefit EcoTraction Provides…

  • Environmental Safety | No pollution or chemical runoff
  • Pet/Kid Friendly | Non-toxic and safe
  • Surface Protection | No corrosion or damage to concrete/wood
  • Effective Traction | Instant grip on icy surfaces
  • Cost Efficiency | Reusable and long-lasting
  • Extra Perk | Helps improve soil quality after winter

Why Use EcoTraction on Your Concrete

EcoTraction is a mineral-based traction aid made from volcanic rock (clinoptilolite zeolite). It’s safe, natural, and provides several benefits for concrete:

1. Provides Instant Traction

  • It grips icy or snowy surfaces immediately without melting anything, reducing slip-and-fall accidents.
  • Especially useful on driveways, walkways, and steps.

2. Eco-Friendly and Non-Toxic

  • Safe for pets, kids, plants, and groundwater.
  • Won’t pollute your lawn or kill vegetation like salt can.

3. Does Not Damage Concrete

  • Won’t corrode, pit, or deteriorate your concrete surface.
  • Completely inert, so it won’t chemically react with concrete or any surface coatings.

4. Reusable

  • After the ice melts, you can sweep up and reuse EcoTraction, which saves money and reduces waste.

❌ Why You Should NOT Use Salt on Your Concrete

Salt (like rock salt or calcium chloride) is commonly used to melt ice—but it causes serious long-term damage to concrete:

1. Freeze-Thaw Damage

  • Salt melts ice, which then refreezes when temperatures drop again.
  • This cycle causes concrete to crack, flake, and spall, especially if it wasn’t sealed properly.

2. Chemically Deteriorates Concrete

  • Salt can chemically react with concrete’s surface and rebar underneath, weakening the structure.
  • Increases scaling and surface erosion.

3. Harmful to Pets and Plants

  • Salt can burn paws, irritate skin, and damage landscaping.
  • It also pollutes nearby soil and water sources.

4. Corrodes Metal and Cars

  • Salt runoff corrodes garage floors, rebar, and vehicles.
  • Leads to rust and structural issues over time.

Bottom Line:

Feature EcoTraction Salt
Safe for concrete
Eco-friendly
Reusable
Melts ice ❌(adds grip only)
Adds traction
Harms pets/plants
Long-term concrete damage

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If you're prioritizing safety, environmental health, and protecting your investment in concrete, EcoTraction is the smarter choice.

USING SALT ON YOUR CONCRETE VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY

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