The TikTok star said a product you already have in your cupboard will banish slippery pathways.
The driver – who posts under the name Washy Wash – said regular table salt is key.
Salt can be bought for as little as 65p for 750g from Aldi.
The TikToker said: “De-ice your driveway with just table salt.”
She shared a picture of herself sprinkling the cupboard staple across her ice-covered drive at home.
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After a couple of coats, the ice was gone.
Brits rushed to the comments to share how well ice works for them.
One said: “I’ve always use table salt for snow and it’s cheaper.”
Another said: “My mum did this in the 50s and 60s – so that’s all I use. Brillant.”
Others questioned how long the hack really takes to work.
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