Can you build an ice rink on a slope?
Can you build an ice rink on a slope?
Some people build rinks with slopes greater than 6-7″, so it’s not impossible, but it means you’ll need more bracing for the boards at the deep end, you might need taller boards and a bigger liner, and you’ll also need a longer freeze period, which may not be realistic depending on where you live.
How do you flood an uneven backyard rink?
To flood the rink you’ll need to have the availability of large hoses and above average water pressure. You’ll need to get the entire rink completely covered with water before any of it starts to freeze. Do not use the flood method on smooth ice, you’ll wreck it.
How thick should my backyard ice rink be?
A – A minimum of 2” (two inches) thick for the ice to stay solid and hold the weight of a 300lb person is required. For the municipal rinks, we recommend at least 3” (three inches).
How many inches of ice do I need for a backyard rink?
To hold the average adult, the ice on your rink needs to be at least 3 inches thick to avoid cracking.
How thick should backyard ice rink be?
Cold nights are key, since you’ll build more ice during those lower nighttime temperatures than the higher daytime temperatures can melt it and you will be gaining ice thickness each night. Typically, an ice thickness of 3-4 inches (8-10 cm) will hold most kids and average-size adults.
How thick should a backyard ice rink be?
How long does it take for a backyard rink to freeze?
It takes a minimum of 72 hours at -10 C for 8 inches of water to completely freeze. Do NOT walk on your rink before this time unless you have to. Water will seep up around the sides and flow onto your surface.
How big of a slope do you need for a backyard ice rink?
It is almost rare to find a perfectly level yard, without shallow “bowls” or crevices all over the place. My backyard as well has a 6 to 7 inch downward slope at one of its corners, and as you can see from the photos on the site my ice surface is very level, so don’t let it stop you from building your rink.
Which is the best DIY backyard ice rink?
NiceRink is the premier DIY backyard ice rink manufacturer in the industry. We know what you’re thinking: Anyone can flood a field and call it an ice rink. But if you’re looking for a personal home rink that will be strong, even, and skate-able all winter long, NiceRink is the place to go.
When is the best time to build a backyard ice rink?
My backyard as well has a 6 to 7 inch downward slope at one of its corners, and as you can see from the photos on the site my ice surface is very level, so don’t let it stop you from building your rink. I achieve smooth and level ice from the end of November to mid-March!
What happens when your backyard ice rink is flooded?
At flooding, the water will fill up the deeper end and the shallow “bowls” first. The higher boards will allow for the accumulation of water. The liner will prevent the water from draining out of your yard, and when the weather drops below freezing, your rink will begin to freeze.