Things You'll Need:
- Thick gloves (preferably leather)
- Screwdriver
- Hammer
- Insulated container, such as an Igloo-type cooler
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Step 1
Buy the dry ice as close as possible to the time it's needed. If you must store it for a period of time, use an insulated container. An Igloo-type cooler like you would use for camping or tailgating works well. Do not store the dry ice in your freezer or refrigerator. The dry ice could damage it, and neither unit is cold enough to prevent the dry ice from melting.
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Step 2
Dry ice can cause frostbite on unprotected skin, so make sure to wear thick gloves when handling it. Leather gloves are best but thick canvas can also work if you don't hold the ice for too long.
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Step 3
Dry ice typically comes in blocks. It can be easily divided into smaller pieces using a hammer and flat-head screwdriver. Point the screwdriver head at the dry ice block and gently tap it with the hammer until a crack appears. Repeat this step until the block is split completely. Think of it as creating a "fault line" in the ice block.
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Step 4
Using the knowledge above, you can divide the dry ice into as many pieces as you need in any size you need. If you are not going to use all the ice at once, wrap the remaining pieces together and store them in your insulated container.
Comments
jjbarlas said
on 3/22/2008 Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide. I don't know how to make it, but you should be able to buy it cheaply at any grocery store with a sizable seafood department.
Leonidas said
on 3/9/2008 How do you make dry ice?