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ARENACLEAR™by TRC & Associates, Inc. Enjoy your arena all year long! Nothing is More Effective at controlling Dust or Mud than ARENACLEAR™!
Who Are The People AtARENACLEAR™ ?
TRC & Associates, Inc., makers of ARENACLEAR™has worked in the Equine & Agricultural industries since 1997. They introduced the well-known "StallDry” product, into the USA & built a nationwide distribution network for the moisture & ammonia control product, improving the health of animals & humans alike.
While attending national & regional equine events, a repetitive theme prevailed; participants, trainers, instructors, and students shared their concerns with John & Teri about the effects of dust for themselves & their horses, and with good reason. No one is immune! Fugitive dust is the leading cause of respiratory illnesses, with a comprehensive list of acronyms of zoonotic diseases & viruses that arena dust can carry into the lungs of horses & participant
You and Your Horse Need Clean, Dust-Free Air To Breathe!
ARENACLEAR™ understands clean oxygen is the lifeblood of cells in animals & humans bodies; without sufficient clear & clean oxygen, both equine & riders’ performances & their results suffer.Horses are often tasked with providing their best performance or skill & need an abundance of clean oxygen to achieve them; humans do, too. It is up to horse owners, trainers and breeders to ensure that their horses get good hay, clean water and clean AIR to breathe!
Why Use ARENACLEAR™ For Your Arenas?
If you’ve ever coughed your way through a riding lesson or watched dust clouds billow behind your horse’s hooves, you know that dust is more than a nuisance—it’s a health hazard for both horse and rider. ARENACLEAR™ is designed to tackle the problem at its root. By penetrating deep into the footing and changing the way your soil holds water, it allows moisture to be absorbed and retained up to 300% more effectively. That means your footing stays damp and stable longer, drastically cutting down on dust and improving the overall safety and comfort of your riding surface.
How DoesARENACLEAR™ Save You Money?
Watering an arena can be one of the most time-consuming chores around the barn—not to mention the strain on your water bill. With ARENACLEAR™, you can reduce watering needs by 50–70%. Less watering means less labor, less wear and tear on equipment, and more time in the saddle instead of behind a hose. Many owners find that a single application lasts for a year or more, making it one of the most cost-effective improvements you can make to your arena.
Is Arena Clear™ Safe For Horses and The Environment?
Absolutely. ARENACLEAR™ is non-toxic, non-corrosive, and environmentally safe. It has been approved in California since 1971 as an agricultural mineral and has a long history of safe use around animals, people, and plants. Horses can be ridden on the treated surface immediately after application, and there’s no danger to dogs, cats, or even curious barn kids who might wander across the arena.
What Is The Difference BetweenARENACLEAR™and “WaterFREE"
ARENACLEAR™?
The regular ARENACLEA R™ is ideal for those who have access to water and can use it during the application and for occasional maintenance. “WaterFREE" ArenaClear™, on the other hand, is specially formulated for those who don’t have easy access to water or who simply want to eliminate watering altogether. While the initial cost for WaterFREE is higher, it offers the convenience of a truly “no-water” solution.
Note: The initial WaterFREE application in outdoor arenas lasts 12–15 months, with reapplication typically only needed once a year. Indoor applications of WaterFREE usually require just one treatment per year. Each additional yearly application will be 1/3 of the initial amount of product needed.
How isARENACLEAR™
Applied?
Application is simple. The product is diluted with water and applied evenly to the arena surface. In outdoor arenas, this is best done when the surface is already slightly moist to help the product penetrate evenly. Once applied, ARENACLEAR™ starts working right away to improve moisture retention and footing stability.
Can ARENACLEAR™Help With Stall ODOR Too?
Yes. Many horse owners have found that applying ARENACLEAR™ to the soil beneath stall bedding helps reduce or even eliminate ammonia odors from urine. By allowing urine to penetrate deeper into the ground instead of pooling on the surface, ARENACLEAR™ helps minimize the strong smells that can build up in enclosed areas. While the manufacturer notes that they can’t guarantee this result, they have received many positive reports from customers who’ve experienced a noticeable improvement.
Where Else Can ARENACLEAR™ Be Used?
Great question!! ArenaClear™ is extremely versatile. It’s effective anywhere dust is a problem—driveways, paddocks, round pens, barn aisleways with dirt floors, and even indoor training areas. The same dust-suppressing, moisture-retaining qualities that make it perfect for arenas work just as well in any high-traffic area where footing conditions matter.
How Much Coverage Can I Expect Per Gallon?
One gallon of ARENACLEA R™ treats up to 10,000 square feet to a depth of 3–4 inches. This makes it a cost-effective solution for arenas of all sizes. For larger properties or facilities, multiple gallons can be purchased and applied as part of a planned footing maintenance program.
What Kind Of Results Do Most People Have?
Customers across the country report immediate and lasting improvements in their arena footing. Dust levels drop dramatically, footing becomes more stable, and horses move more comfortably. Trainers often note that horses work better without the distraction of dust in their eyes and lungs, and riders appreciate the cleaner, healthier riding environment.
Is ARENACLEAR™
Worth It?
Our clients say it is— and if their horses could talk, we know that they would agree too! When you factor in the savings in water, labor, and equipment wear, along with the improved health and performance of your horses, ARENACLEAR™ quickly pays for itself. Add in its safety, ease of use, and versatility, and it becomes clear why so many horse owners consider it an essential part of their arena maintenance plan.
How Do I Get Started?
The team at ARENACLEA R™ can help you determine the right product—regular or WaterFREE—for your needs, based on your arena type, climate, and water availability. They’ll guide you through the application process to make sure you get the best results.
ARENACLEAR liquid arena dust control gallon jug product bottle by TRC & Associates
What exactly is ARENACLEAR™?
ARENACLEAR™ is a concentrated liquid, hydrophilic natural soil conditioner engineered as a complete dust-control solution for both outdoor and indoor riding surfaces. Rather than coating footing with petroleum, oil, or wax, it works at the particle level to manage moisture, making it an odorless, non-toxic alternative. It is rated for sand, sand/clay, dirt, and sand/fiber footings, and the same formula performs on paddocks, dirt roads, athletic fields, and ATV poker-run trails.
ARENACLEAR 2026 dust control gallon container product shot
Who makes ARENACLEAR™?
ARENACLEAR™ is produced by TRC & Associates, Inc., a company built by horse owners who have worked in the equine and agricultural industries for over 19 years before bringing the brand to market. The company first introduced the well-known "StallDry" product into the USA and built a nationwide distribution network around equine-essentials problem solving. TRC & Associates is based at 1088 Brandywine Drive, Medina, OH 44256, and its product line now spans ARENACLEAR™ for dust, PastureDRY™ for mud, The Permeator™, and Honey'S™ Soil Conditioner.
ARENACLEAR gallon jug standing in a treated field for dust and mud control
How the formula stops dust and softens footing
ARENACLEAR™ works through four linked mechanisms: it permeates the footing so the soil absorbs and retains up to 300% more moisture; it holds that water deeper and longer so you water 50–70% less often; it bonds fine dust particles into larger particles that "defy gravity" and stop becoming airborne; and the resulting water-laden particles give the surface cushion and rebound. The net effect is a loam-like, consistent riding surface instead of a dusty or hard-packed one. It has been an approved Agricultural Mineral in California since 1971 and is described as environmentally and ecologically safe to use.
Horse standing calmly in a dust-controlled stable treated with ARENACLEAR productsCoverage, value, and what one gallon treats One gallon of ARENACLEAR™ treats a 10,000 sq. ft. arena to a 3–4-inch depth, which the company calculates at less than 3 cents per square foot. TRC & Associates positions the product as costing roughly 75% less than competing dust-control approaches over time, largely because of the dramatic reduction in watering, labor, and equipment hours. Because it conditions the footing rather than simply wetting the top, a single treatment continues working between waterings.
Who ARENACLEAR™ Serves
The product is aimed at riders, trainers, and barn owners who want to enjoy their arena all year long without coughing through dust clouds or fighting hard, inconsistent footing. Customers have reported real-world benefits beyond dust: one owner, Dianne, noted that after switching to ARENACLEAR™ "the horses are having fewer abscesses, the corrosion to the metal supports of the arena fence are better, and the texture has improved." Another rider wrote that it "controls the dust and it improves the footing for our horses and humans," and praised the fast shipping.
How to buy ARENACLEAR™
ARENACLEAR™ is sold directly through the company store at shop.arenaclear.com, where the gallon size is priced at $299.99 with Free Shipping ON ALL Gallon Size Orders via FedEx. To order or ask questions, call the office at (330) 388-3197 or toll-free at (877) 880-3878 / (877) 880-Dust. Canadian customers can order through distributor Can Grow Crop Solutions at (519) 847-5748 or.
What is ARENACLEAR™ — and how is it different from PastureDRY (the TRC sibling)?
Per TRC & Associates, Inc.: ARENACLEAR™ is the company's arena dust-and-mud control product. Distinct from sibling PastureDRY™ (outdoor mud / drainage) and StallDRY™ (equine stall moisture/ammonia):
Same TRC posture (founded 1997, equine + agricultural industries); each product targets a distinct location application.
Why use ARENACLEAR for my arena?
Per TRC: dust is more than a nuisance — it's a health hazard for both horse and rider. Per the company: ARENACLEAR is designed to tackle the problem at its root. "By penetrating deep into the footing and changing the way your soil holds water, it allows moisture to be absorbed and retained up to 300% more effectively." Result: footing stays damp and stable longer, drastically cutting down on dust and improving safety/comfort.
How does ARENACLEAR save money?
Per TRC: watering an arena can be one of the most time-consuming chores around the barn. Per the company: by helping the soil retain moisture up to 300% more effectively, ARENACLEAR reduces watering frequency, lowers water bill, and cuts labor — paying for itself over time.
What's the dust-respiratory-illness link TRC has documented?
Per TRC: "Fugitive dust is the leading cause of respiratory illnesses, with a comprehensive list of acronyms of zoonotic diseases and viruses that arena dust can carry into the lungs of horses and participants."
Per the company: clean oxygen is the lifeblood of cells in animal and human bodies — without sufficient clean oxygen, both equine and rider performance suffer.
Who founded TRC — and what's the company history?
Per TRC & Associates, Inc.: working in the equine and agricultural industries since 1997. Per the company: introduced the well-known StallDRY™ product into the USA + built a nationwide distribution network for the moisture and ammonia control product. Founders John & Teri heard repeated dust concerns at national/regional equine events, leading to ARENACLEAR.
How do I order?
Per TRC & Associates: Phone (877) 880-3878 or 330-388-3197, email [email protected], website http://arenaclear.com/. Pricing as quoted is subject to change due to economic factors — confirm current pricing with TRC directly when ordering.
What is ARENACLEAR™?
ARENACLEAR™ is a concentrated liquid, hydrophilic natural soil conditioner used as a complete dust-control product for outdoor and indoor riding arenas. Instead of oiling or coating the footing, it changes how the soil holds water so dust particles bond together and stop going airborne. It is made by TRC & Associates, Inc.
How does ARENACLEAR™ control dust?
It works through four mechanisms. It permeates the footing so the soil retains up to 300% more moisture, holds that water deeper and longer, bonds fine dust particles into larger particles that defy gravity, and creates water-laden particles that cushion the surface. The combined effect keeps dust down and the footing soft and consistent.
How much area does one gallon of ARENACLEAR™ treat?
One gallon of ARENACLEAR™ treats a 10,000 sq. ft. arena to a 3–4-inch depth. The company calculates this at less than 3 cents per square foot, which is part of why they describe it as costing about 75% less than competing dust-control methods over time.
How much does ARENACLEAR™ cost?
The gallon size of ARENACLEAR™ is priced at $299.99 at the company store, shop.arenaclear.com. There is FREE SHIPPING ON ALL GALLON SIZE ORDERS, shipped via FedEx. Prices are best confirmed at the store at the time of ordering.
Who makes ARENACLEAR™?
ARENACLEAR™ is made by TRC & Associates, Inc., a company started by horse owners that has worked in the equine and agricultural industries for over 19 years. They are also the company that introduced the well-known StallDry product into the USA and built a nationwide distribution network. TRC & Associates is based in Medina, Ohio.
Is ARENACLEAR™ safe for horses and the environment?
Yes. ARENACLEAR™ is described as safe, non-toxic, odorless, and environmentally and ecologically safe to use, offering an alternative to petroleum-based dust products. It has been an approved Agricultural Mineral in California since 1971, which speaks to its long regulatory track record for use on soil.
How much water will ARENACLEAR™ save me?
Because ARENACLEAR™ helps the footing hold water deeper and longer, it can reduce watering frequency by 50–70%. That saves not only water but also the labor and equipment hours spent dragging a hose or running an arena watering system. Many customers cite the water and labor savings as the biggest payback.
What surfaces and footing types does ARENACLEAR™ work on?
ARENACLEAR™ is formulated to work on sand, sand/clay, dirt, and sand/fiber footings. Beyond riding arenas, the same product is used on paddocks, dirt roads, athletic fields, and even ATV poker-run trails. It is positioned as a complete dust-control product for both outdoor and indoor use.
What is the difference between ARENACLEAR™ and PastureDRY™?
ARENACLEAR™ is the dust-control product for arenas and footing, while PastureDRY™ is TRC & Associates' product for reducing mud in dry lots and pastures. One customer named Jamila reported in January 2025 that PastureDRY™ 'worked a miracle' on her muddy pasture during non-stop rain and that it 'worked the first day.' Choose ARENACLEAR™ for dust and PastureDRY™ for mud.
What other products does TRC & Associates sell?
In addition to ARENACLEAR™ for dust and PastureDRY™ for mud, the company sells The PERMEATOR™ and HONEY'S™ Soil Conditioner. At the company store, The PERMEATOR™ is listed at $349.99, HONEY'S™ starts from $59.99, and PastureDRY™ starts from $99.99. ARENACLEAR™ remains the flagship dust-control offering.
How do I buy ARENACLEAR™?
You can order directly from the company store at shop.arenaclear.com, where the gallon ships free via FedEx. You can also call the office at (330) 388-3197 or toll-free at (877) 880-3878, which spells (877) 880-DUST. Canadian buyers can order through the distributor Can Grow Crop Solutions.
Can I buy ARENACLEAR™ in Canada?
Yes. ARENACLEAR™ is available in Canada through the distributor Can Grow Crop Solutions. You can reach them at (519) 847-5748 or by email at [email protected]. Canadian customers should order through that distributor rather than the U.S. store.
Does ARENACLEAR™ improve footing quality, not just dust?
Yes. By creating water-laden, bonded particles, ARENACLEAR™ gives the footing cushion and rebound, producing a more loam-like, consistent surface. Customers have described it as improving the footing for both horses and riders, with the surface texture noticeably better after switching.
How long does an ARENACLEAR™ treatment last?
Because ARENACLEAR™ conditions the soil to hold moisture rather than just wetting the top layer, a single treatment keeps working between waterings and dramatically cuts how often you need to add water. The company emphasizes long-lasting moisture retention as the reason watering drops by 50–70%. Reapplication frequency depends on footing type, climate, and use, so following the application directions for your arena gives the best longevity.
Is ARENACLEAR™ a petroleum or oil-based product?
No. ARENACLEAR™ is specifically positioned as a non-toxic, odorless alternative to petroleum-based dust-control products. It is a hydrophilic liquid soil conditioner that manages water in the footing rather than coating it with oil or wax, which is part of its safety and environmental appeal.
What benefits have ARENACLEAR™ customers reported?
Beyond reduced dust, customers report real improvements. One owner, Dianne, noted that after switching to ARENACLEAR™ her horses had fewer abscesses, the metal arena fence supports showed less corrosion, and the footing texture improved. Other riders highlight better footing for horses and humans and notably fast shipping from the company.
Where is ARENACLEAR™ / TRC & Associates located?
TRC & Associates, Inc. is located at 1088 Brandywine Drive, Medina, OH 44256. You can reach the office at (330) 388-3197 or toll-free at (877) 880-3878 (also dialable as 877-880-DUST). The company ships nationwide and supports Canadian orders through a dedicated distributor.
