Ken Smith's Backyard Rink 2006/07
Point Edward, ON Canada
20' x 50'
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Ken writes: "Here are some pictures of my first attempt at a rink. I used a 20' x 50' white tarp. It was quite a learning experience because the first tarp I used was either not thick enough or it had a hole in it. So I purchased another one of better quality and it work well. The sides were constructed of 2x8s leveled and staked. I used 2x2 and 2x4 fillers due to the slope of my yard(12" at one end and 6" at the other). I covered the exposed portion of the tarp with 1x6 boards which I painted white. I then fastened puck board corners and filled the rink. We didn't get a good freeze until February, but it stayed very cold for the entire month which enabled my two boys and their friends to get some good use out of it. I flooded our rink using warm water and a resurfacing tool that I built from PVC pipe and plans I found on the Internet. Your website was extremely helpful in the construction of our rink. I thank you and everyone who provided their pictures and tips." Really nice rink Ken. Especially for a first attempt. Great job. |
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Last Updated on January 15, 2008.