Tools for the Rink

We wanted to make a few suggestions of some items you should keep around the rink for when it’s time to do some maintenance on the ice. These come from experience of myself and tips I have picked up from others along the way. Shovel – To remove the snow both from mother nature and … Read more

Rink Calculators

We have seen some questions arise with regard to what size liner you need and how much water will it take to fill the rink. Below are two calculators that will help you determine your minimum liner size, approximate water volume needed to fill your rink All calculations are estimates only. Questions, comments or suggestions? Let … Read more

Making Ice!

I seen have a common question asked among some of the backyard rink building groups: How long does it take to make ice? Well, this can be a loaded question, as it varies greatly by the weather and depth you are trying to freeze. You can really dig into the science behind how ice freezes, … Read more

Common Ice Maintenance Problems

The following chart describes some of the common problems with outdoor rink ice and suggests some remedies for consideration. Problem Cause Remedy Shell or Shale ice Heavy flooding, leaving ponds of water which freeze on top and run away underneath Scrape away, and fill with wet snow, or gradually build up with warm water resurfacing/flooding. Cracked Ice … Read more