You’re not doomed to repeat this chore. First, switch to high-purity evaporated salt (like solar salt or pellet salt) instead of cheap rock salt. It costs a bit more, but your back will thank you. Second, keep the humidity down in your utility room—use a dehumidifier if you have to.
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Third, don’t overfill the tank. Keep the salt level below the top of the brine well. And here’s a weird trick: every few months, gently stir the salt with that broom handle to keep it loose. Yes, it’s like stirring a giant pot of soup, but it works.
