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How To Prevent Snow from Sticking to Plow?

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How To Prevent Snow from Sticking to Plow

Tired of cleaning your area from the covered snow? Need not worry!

People living in Western countries are sick of getting heavy snow regularly in winters. Though they ask somebody or clean all snow by themselves, that shovel does not help that much.

We see every time we plow snow, the ice gets stick to snow, this making it worse than ever. So, for that matter, we are here to help you by giving you handy hacks which will make your work easy and smooth. So, let us not waste any minute and hop onto the main content!

DuPont Teflon and Ice Repellent

DuPont Teflon and Ice Repellent

There are many ice-proof sprays/foam available in the market, but taking out one of all of them, would make you a bit confused. So, here is the best product to keep the snow from your shovel or blower, i.e., DuPont snow & Ice Repellent foam which will not stick to your tool and allow it to work smoothly. You can apply it with your hands (wearing gloves) by rubbing it all over the equipment. It is one of the finest foams which is used worldwide. So, try using it once and trust me, you are going to like it.

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DuPont Teflon Snow and Ice Repellant, Aerosol 10 oz
  • Non-stick clear coating formulated with Teflon fluoropolymer and silicone to ensure optimum...
  • Prevents snow and ice buildup, frozen doors and clogged augers and chutes
  • Apply to snow blowers, door gaskets and snow shovels
  • Also great for snow mobiles, snow plows, and gutters and leaders

Vegetable Oil

Vegetable Oil

Using vegetable oil or even cooking spray would be the best option if you are in a hurry. It is such a convenient hack that will protect your tool from working sleekly and evenly. For applying this, pour some cooking oil in a small bowl and give a good coating to your snow tool, either with the help of a brush, or you can even use cotton or hosiery cloth to make it steadier. If it is a spray, it can be applied like regular sprays. It is the easiest solution; so, when you are running out of time, use this hack!

WD-40

WD-40

Pidilite has turned up with an amazing product called WD-40, which truly works like magic. It is a wonderful lubricant that comes as a sprayer bottle. WD-40 is used by many professionals for different uses. You can say that this is a multipurpose liquid which is best for making the tools slippery and free from snow buildup. Similar to vegetable oil, you can spray some of it on a piece of cotton or hosiery cloth and apply it thoroughly. For every rusty thing, it is the perfect product.

WD-40 Original Formula, Multi-Use Product with Big-Blast Spray, 18 OZ
  • The revolutionary wide-area spray nozzle delivers product quickly & efficiently over large areas
  • More product allows for heavy-duty usage. Acts as a corrosion inhibitor to shield against moisture...
  • FREES AND LOOSENS STICKY PARTS: Frees sticky mechanisms, loosens rust-to-metal bonds and helps...
  • Gets under grease, grime, gunk, gum, tar, sap, sticky residue, sticker residue, and other sticky...
  • LUBRICATES: Lubricates large moving parts such as hinges, wheels, pulleys, rollers, chains, and...

Candle and Furniture Wax

Candle and Furniture Wax

Just like cooking oil, candle or furniture wax can also be used to have a proper and even coating. To use it as snowproof, take a candle, melt it on a low flame, and quickly apply it on the shovel or blower before it cools down. You can also use a candle and directly rub it on the tool, and it would be more convenient and inexpensive to use. For an alternative, you can also use furniture wax/polish to get off the snow. So, when you are lazy to buy anything, candle/furniture wax is your companion.

Petroleum Jelly

Petroleum Jelly

Rubbing petroleum jelly on the equipment can also prevent snow from sticking. Be it is anything, but we particularly will suggest a good and thick petroleum jelly. Vaseline could be one of them, as it contains heavy and sticky properties, which will make your work effortless. Take Vaseline on your two fingers (pointer and middle) and apply it to the tool by making zig-zag patterns. Coat it properly till it gets shiny. Just like wax, petroleum jelly is also easy to buy from any nearby shop or store. Please keep it in your pocket when you step out to work.

Amazon Brand - Solimo Petroleum Jelly with Cocoa Butter, 7.5 Ounce
  • One 7.5-ounce jar of Solimo Moisturizing Skin Conditioning Petroleum Jelly with Cocoa Butter
  • Dermatologist tested. Not tested on animals
  • Made in the U.S.A. with U.S. and foreign components
  • An Amazon brand

Paint

Paint

To prevent snow from getting stick to the shovel or any other tool similar to that, a good paint or varnish is a must. You can either ruse container paint or spray paint. It hardly matters. Now, apply the paint and keep it in the sun to let it dry. It might take some time to dry off, but you will certainly get good results in your work. Paints can be used for both things, i.e., snowplow vs. snow-blower as it will help you to get rid of the snow and will also shine like brand new equipment.

Sargent Art Acrylic Paint 1/2 Gallon Bottles, 6 Count
  • Water resistant after drying and can be used on most any surface
  • Rich pigments in easy-pour half gallon bottles
  • Goes great with Sargent Art canvases, canvas panels, and canvas pads
  • Ap certified, conforms to astm d 4236, safe and non-toxic
  • Made in usa

Final Words

We are done with some amazing connecting tips where you do not have to put extra effort to get your work done. We understand, Snowplowing isn’t that easy, but making it simple for you is our job. So, don’t forget to apply these easy tips to your daily routine.

Well, on that note, we are winding up this article. We hope you got what you were looking for. Let us know your thoughts or reviews in the comments section below and keep scrolling us for some mind-blowing hacks!

Paul Sellers
Paul Sellers is a renowned Outdoor Power Tools specialist with over 15 years of landscaping and tool engineering expertise. He has done his BS in Mechanical Engineering, complementing his hands-on experience with a solid academic foundation. His previous role as a product manager for a leading tool manufacturer gives him a unique perspective on tool design and usability. He ran a successful landscaping business and contributed to several industry publications. His articles blend technical expertise with easy-to-understand tips. He is also a passionate environmentalist, dedicating his free time to sustainable gardening practices.

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