Your Winter Essentials: Rock Salt and Firewood Logs

As winter approaches, two essentials take centre stage in maintaining safety and warmth: rock salt and firewood logs. Here at Mainland Aggregates, we offer superior solutions for both these winter necessities. The Crucial Role of Rock Salt in Winter Safety Rock salt is essential for winter safety, particularly in de-icing. It works by lowering the freezing point of water, ensuring that ice and snow melt more readily, thus preventing dangerous icy surfaces. Mainland Aggregates supplies two types of rock salt – brown and white, each serving unique purposes. Brown rock salt, mined from underground salt deposits in Cheshire, is commonly used by councils and local authorities. Its brown colour, a result of natural impurities, provides increased grip on icy roads and is ideal for large-scale, outdoor use where cleanliness is less of a concern. On the other hand, white rock salt is more suited for public areas like hospital entrances, footpaths, and schools. Sourced from evaporated sea water, it leaves no residue, maintaining cleanliness while offering effective de-icing. Compliant with the British Standard BS3247:2011, our white rock salt ensures both safety and hygiene in public spaces. Available in bulk bags or loose, Mainland Aggregates can deliver both types of rock salt nationwide. The Superiority of Kiln Dried Hardwood Logs When it comes to heating, not all firewood is created equal. At Mainland Aggregates, we pride ourselves on supplying only the finest quality kiln-dried hardwood logs. Unlike other merchants who may sell unseasoned wood, our firewood logs undergo a rigorous seasoning process. Initially air-dried, they are then kiln-dried during summer to achieve optimal moisture levels. This ensures that the logs you receive are in perfect condition and ready to burn efficiently through the cold months. Using damp, unseasoned timber is inefficient. It results in lost heat as the energy is used to evaporate moisture rather than heating your home. Our kiln-dried logs, on the other hand, offer a high-quality, efficient burn. They produce a mix of excellent flame and heat, and because they burn for longer, they represent excellent value for money. Furthermore, our unique packing method allows us to hand stack 30% more logs into each crate compared to loose deliveries, ensuring you get more for your investment. This winter, choose Mainland Aggregates for firewood logs that keep your home warm and cosy with a superior standard of fuel. Preparing for winter requires the right materials. Mainland Aggregates’ commitment to quality in providing both rock salt for safety and kiln-dried hardwood logs for warmth ensures that our customers are well-equipped for the winter season. Our products not only meet high standards of efficiency and safety but also offer value for money, making us the go-to supplier for your winter essentials.