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The Solution Section (FAQ)
What is magnesium chloride and how does it control arena dust?
Magnesium chloride is a naturally occurring mineral compound widely used for dust control in horse arenas, dirt roads, and anywhere dust becomes a problem. It works because of its unique ability to attract and retain moisture from the air. Once applied to arena footing, it binds fine particles together, preventing them from becoming airborne. The footing stays slightly damp — not wet — so hooves don't kick up clouds of dust even in hot, dry weather.
Is BlendMagic safe for horses, dogs, and family?
Yes. According to BlendMagic, the product is pet-safe and gentle enough for horses, dogs, cats, and other barn animals — no toxic residue, no harmful chemicals. It's described as eco-friendly dust suppression suitable for indoor or outdoor arenas.
How long does one application of BlendMagic last?
When applied correctly, results can last anywhere from six months to eighteen months before reapplication is needed. The exact time frame depends on how heavily the arena is used, whether it's indoors or outdoors, and local weather. Indoor arenas often hold the treatment the longest, but even outdoor arenas can enjoy many months of dust control without daily watering.
How is BlendMagic applied?
Application is flexible. Apply pellets directly using a tailgate spreader, spinner disc spreader, or lime driller spreader — almost any spreader works. For liquid application, dissolve the pellets in water and spray evenly across the footing. The product label includes full instructions for both methods.
What does each bag cover?
Each 50-pound bag covers approximately 330 square feet of arena surface — that's the recommended application rate for best performance. Some owners use slightly lighter applications and still get good results in arenas with lighter use.
When do I need to reapply?
You only need to treat the arena again when you notice dust returning during riding sessions. There is no fixed reapplication schedule — you use the product as needed. In some barns, that's every six months; in others, the same application can last well over a year.
Where else can BlendMagic Magnesium Chloride Pellets be used?
While riding arenas are the most common application, BlendMagic Magnesium Chloride Pellets are also used in round pens, barn aisles, walkways, warm-up areas, and dirt entry roads. The product works on a variety of footing materials — sand, crushed stone, synthetic blends, and sand-fiber mixes — as long as it's applied evenly.
How do I order BlendMagic Magnesium Chloride Pellets?
Call Nick Marino at 888-605-4332 or visit BlendMagicProducts.com. BlendMagic is at P.O. Box 220, East Islip, New York 11730.
What are Blendmagic Dust Control MAG Chloride Pellets?
They are a concentrated, bio-degradable magnesium chloride dust suppressant from Blendmagic Products that controls airborne dust and prevents soil erosion. The pellets keep treated surfaces such as horse arena footing damp longer, delivering long-lasting dust control instead of the short-term relief you get from watering alone.
How does magnesium chloride control arena dust?
Magnesium chloride is hygroscopic and deliquescent, meaning it attracts and holds moisture from the air and its surroundings. As the pellets dissolve into the footing, they pull ambient humidity down to the surface and keep it damp, which suppresses the loose particles that would otherwise become airborne dust. This is why the product performs especially well in dry, hot environments.
How much product do I apply, and with what equipment?
For the pellet form, the recommended rate is 1.5 lbs per 10 square feet, spread with a lime drill spreader, tailgate spreader, or spinner disc spreader. For liquid application on large areas, mix 1.5 lbs of product per gallon of water and apply at 1 gallon per 10 square feet, best done with a tanker truck equipped with spray bars.
Is it safe and eco-friendly for use around horses?
Blendmagic markets the Dust Control pellets as bio-degradable. The product is widely used in equestrian arenas to reduce dust, and dust suppression directly addresses the respiratory health problems and loss of footing that dusty arenas create. As with any footing additive, follow the application rate and let the product integrate into the surface before riding.
Why is this better than just watering my arena?
Plain water evaporates quickly, so you end up re-watering constantly and the dust returns once the surface dries. Magnesium chloride works by attracting moisture from the air and its surroundings, keeping the surface damp far longer and increasing the time between applications. That means fewer treatments, less labor, and more consistent footing.
What package sizes are available?
The Dust Control MAG Chloride Pellets come in a 38 LB Pail and a 50 LB Bag for smaller jobs, plus full pallet quantities for larger operations: 12 x 50 LB (600 LB), 24 x 50 LB (1,200 LB), and 48 x 50 LB (2,400 LB).
How much does it cost?
The 38 LB Pail and 50 LB Bag are priced at $99.99. Larger pallet quantities (600 LB, 1,200 LB, and 2,400 LB) are available for facilities that need to treat large arenas or multiple surfaces. For current pricing and bulk quotes, order online or call 888.605.4332.
Does Blendmagic offer free shipping?
Yes. Blendmagic offers free ground and LTL (less-than-truckload) shipping on this product, and the company runs a recurring promotion: "Stock Up and Enjoy Free Shipping All Month Long!" This makes bulk pallet orders especially economical for larger facilities.
How large an area will a 50 LB bag cover?
At the recommended pellet rate of 1.5 lbs per 10 square feet, a 50 LB bag treats roughly 330 square feet of surface. For a full-size arena you will want to calculate your square footage and step up to pallet quantities; the Blendmagic team at 888.605.4332 can help you size an order.
What surfaces besides horse arenas can it treat?
Blendmagic Dust Control is ideal for gravel roads, dirt roads, construction sites, farms, mining sites, truck terminals, solar and wind farm access roads, gravel runways, and steel mill roads, in addition to horse arenas. The same dust-suppressing chemistry that settles arena footing works on any loose, dusty surface.
How often do I need to reapply?
Because magnesium chloride keeps the surface damp longer by drawing moisture from the air, it increases the time between applications compared with watering. Reapplication frequency depends on your climate, humidity, traffic, and how dry the environment is, with hot, arid conditions generally requiring more frequent topping up than humid ones.
Does dust control really help my horse's health?
Arena dust contributes to respiratory health problems for both horses and riders, and reduces visibility during a ride. By binding the loose particles to the footing, Blendmagic Dust Control reduces the airborne dust clouds that irritate equine airways and lungs, helping create a cleaner, healthier riding environment.
Will it help with footing and erosion too?
Yes. The product addresses loss of footing inside equestrian arenas and also controls soil erosion and washouts. By keeping the surface bound and damp, it stabilizes the footing under hoof while preventing the surface material from being kicked up, blown away, or washed out.
Is there a liquid version of this product?
The dust control magnesium chloride is available in pellet form for spreading and can also be applied as a liquid by dissolving the pellets. To go liquid, mix 1.5 lbs of product per gallon of water and apply at 1 gallon per 10 square feet using a tanker truck with spray bars, which is well suited to large outdoor surfaces.
What is magnesium chloride's CAS number?
Blendmagic's high-purity magnesium chloride product lists CAS# 7786-30-3. The company's broader magnesium chloride line includes a fast-acting ice melt rated to melt ice down to -13°F, built on the same industrial-grade chemistry as the dust-control footing product.
Who makes Blend Magic dust control products and how do I contact them?
They are made and sold direct by Blendmagic Products, a specialty-chemical company offering dust control, ice melts, degreasers, vinegars, weed and grass killers, and wastewater treatment solutions. You can order online at blendmagicproducts.com or reach the company by phone at 888.605.4332.
How do I buy it for my barn or arena?
Order directly from blendmagicproducts.com, where you can choose the 38 LB Pail, 50 LB Bag, or a 600 / 1,200 / 2,400 LB pallet, all with free shipping. For help calculating how much you need or to arrange a bulk LTL delivery, call Blendmagic at 888.605.4332.
