How do you clean synthetic ice?

Asked by: Christina Lucero

For smaller surfaces used at home probably the most common form of cleaning your synthetic ice is the old mop and bucket method. A good wet mop will loosen up the dirt. Put a liberal amount of water on the surface and then wring out the mop and use it again to remove the dirty water.

How do you maintain synthetic ice?

Simply apply a concentrated clean it to the surface. To help break up the grout lines remove the dirt prior to wiping down the rink for.

Does synthetic ice wear out?

One of the great things about PolyGlide Synthetic Ice is the more often you use it the more the surface is “enhanced” by skating. Normal wear from skating reduces friction and skate blade contact with the surface. PolyGlide is built to last many years under normal use.

How often do you have to replace synthetic ice?

It’s Durable



How long will synthetic ice last? This product will last 7-10 years if used for recreational purposes. If you are creating a commercial rink for customers to use, expect 5-7 years.

How long does artificial ice last?

How long does synthetic ice last? The lifespan of most synthetic tiles is indefinite, under normal and expected use. The tiles are nearly indestructible under even the worst of normal use conditions. Some manufacturers provide written warranties with each floor, usually from 3 years to 10 years.

What do you spray on synthetic ice?

EZ Glide Enhancer™



EZ Glide Enhancer is a non-toxic, non-staining spray-on glide enhancer developed by Ice Rink Engineering and Manufacturing, LLC for use on all synthetic ice surfaces, including self-lubricating and oil infused panels once their lubrication has dissipated.

Does synthetic ice ruin blades?

Taking Care of Your Skate Blades



While skating on synthetic ice won’t damage your skates any more than natural ice, it’s important to take good care of your skates regardless of what surface you’re training on.

Are synthetic ice rinks any good?

Synthetic ice isn’t as smooth as real ice and therefore is more resistant against skate blades (friction). So this means that it takes a little more effort than skating on a real ice surface. The benefit is that it makes you work harder to skate and that will translate into an easier experience on real ice.

Can you skate on synthetic ice in the winter?

There is no need to worry about fluctuating temperatures when installing a synthetic outdoor rink. Figure skaters, hockey players and recreational skaters will all enjoy year-round skating.

Is synthetic ice expensive?

Synthetic Ice Solutions pricing depends on the size and thickness of the panels that you require. For example, you can expect a 12′ X 16′ surface to start at $1344 and a larger 20′ X 28′ rink to start at $3920.

What type of plastic is synthetic ice?

high density polyethylene plastic

An additional coating of silicone plastic is sometimes added to the surface of synthetic ice to improve performance. Synthetic ice is made with extremely durable, high density polyethylene plastic. It looks like real ice and provides a similar skating experience.

How realistic is synthetic ice?

Synthetic ice isn’t as smooth as real ice and therefore is more resistant against skate blades (friction). So this means that it takes a little more effort than skating on a real ice surface. The benefit is that it makes you work harder to skate and that will translate into an easier experience on real ice.

What is synthetic ice made out of?

polyethylene plastic

Synthetic ice panels are a solid polymer sheet material made from polyethylene plastic. These synthetic ice sheets connect using various methods (dovetail, tongue and groove, flush edge) to form an artificial ice skating surface.

Can you curl on synthetic ice?

It can meet any needs you have; whether that is curling, playing hockey, skating, synthetic ice can handle all of it.

Is synthetic ice toxic?

Synthetic ice rinks are non toxic.



The answer is no. In fact, synthetic ice rinks create significantly fewer emissions than do natural ice rinks. For example, synthetic ice rinks do not create the CO2 emissions created by the refrigeration systems of natural ice rinks.