1 / 7Hardys AFRA-HG-HOM-0346 Brown Rock Salt De-Icer, 10kg
De-Icer: Hardys AFRA-HG-HOM-0346 is a 10kg bag of brown rock salt promoted for de-icing paths and controlling weeds. The listing describes hand application or use with a spreader, making it suitable for treating smaller outdoor areas, though its claims about speed, residue and surface safety are not independently established.
At a glance
- Promoted for melting ice and snow on paths, driveways, steps and pavements.
- The listing also claims the salt can dehydrate weeds and help prevent regrowth.
- Described as fine grade for spreading by hand or with a spreader.
- The listing says the bag is compact for storage or transfer to a grit bin.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- A 10kg bag offers a defined quantity for domestic path and driveway use.
- The stated hand-powered configuration does not require powered equipment for application.
- The claimed weed-control use may be useful for buyers seeking a dual-purpose outdoor salt.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Brand | Hardys |
|---|---|
| Model | AFRA-HG-HOM-0346 |
| Colour | Brown |
| Size | 10kg |
| Power configuration | hand_powered |
|---|---|
| Material listed | Salt |
| Dimensions listed | 39 x 30 x 6.5 cm; 10 kg |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 10 kg |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing is inconsistent about colour and composition: the title and product details specify brown salt, while feature text calls it white rock salt and describes clay-infused salt. Its claims of rapid melting, preventing re-freezing, leaving virtually no residue, being safe on surfaces and controlling weeds are unconfirmed. Check the selected listing and intended surface before use.
What’s in the box
Included- Rock salt
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Households needing a 10kg bag of salt for outdoor paths, steps or driveways.
- Buyers considering one product for both winter de-icing and outdoor weed control, subject to checking the product details.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need independently confirmed performance, composition or compatibility with a particular surface.

Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
74% 74% - 4 stars
18% 18% - 3 stars
5% 5% - 2 stars
1% 1% - 1 star
2% 2%
Customer feedback is positive about effectiveness in icy weather, perceived quality and the bag size, with the product also described as good value. These are customer perceptions rather than verified performance. For buyers treating a standard garden or paths, the comments may be relevant to the 10kg quantity, but they do not resolve the listing's conflicting descriptions of colour and composition.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback describes the salt as effective during icy weather and speaks positively about quality and bag size.
- Customers also report favourable value for money.
Frequently asked questions
How much salt is listed in the bag?
The listing specifies a 10kg bag.
How is the salt intended to be applied?
The listing describes hand application or spreading with a spreader. It does not specify an application rate.
Can it be used for weed control as well as de-icing?
The listing claims it can dehydrate weeds and discourage regrowth, but that effect is not independently confirmed. The listing also conflicts on whether the salt is brown or white.
Is it confirmed safe for every driveway or garden surface?
No. Although the listing claims it will not damage surfaces, that claim is unconfirmed. Check suitability for your specific surface before use.

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