Depends on what you're salting. Is it snow that you are salting or are you just putting salt on the ground just for fun. Don't put to much salt down because you might dehydrate what ever is on the ground like grass and don't put too little that it is not effective to the purpose of that you are using the salt for.
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A general recommendation is to use around 1-2 pounds of salt per 100 square feet for de-icing purposes. It's important to be cautious with the amount of salt used as excess salt can be harmful to plants, pets, and the environment. Consider using alternative de-icing methods or products if possible.
A square yard is not a volume, it is an area. I think you may mean a cubic yard.When calculating storage space requirements, use the figure 80 pounds per cubic foot or 2160 pounds per cubic yard.
Salt is an essential mineral needed by the body to function properly, however, consuming too much salt can lead to health problems like high blood pressure. It's all about balance - moderate salt intake is important for health, but excessive consumption should be avoided.
Salt crystals form a cubic structure with equal dimensions in all directions. This uniform arrangement results in a square shape when viewed from certain angles.
It is recommended to use about 50 pounds of rock salt per 1,000 square feet for deicing purposes. Therefore, for a 200x300 parking lot (60,000 square feet), you would need approximately 3,000 pounds (1.5 tons) of rock salt to effectively deice the entire area.
Stepping on salt will not cause any harm. However, if you have a cut or wound on your foot, the salt could cause some discomfort or irritation.