Some newbie questions
Posted: Fri Jan 09, 2015 10:11 am
Hey guys! This site has been a wealth of knowledge this year for sure. Thanks for all the great advice.
I have a few noob questions that I'm sure have been covered time and again but I can't seem to find them reading through the threads.
Some background info: I'm in SW PA and the rink is 16 x 40. I used 2x10's and have about a 4" difference in water depth at the deep end. As of last night, the ice has frozen solid enough to walk on and shovel. Everything SEEMS fine so far, but I have some concerns.
1. I put too much water in. At the deepest end, the water is reaching the top of the boards. I could get away with less water (I was a bit overzealous) and could probably take some out when it thaws. Am I screwed? Do I have to add boards in the corner?
2. How long will the ice stay skateable after the weather gets warmer? It's supposed to be mid 30's during the day next week and going down in the teens at night. Will we be able to use the rink when that happens?
Thanks again for the great site and community!
I have a few noob questions that I'm sure have been covered time and again but I can't seem to find them reading through the threads.
Some background info: I'm in SW PA and the rink is 16 x 40. I used 2x10's and have about a 4" difference in water depth at the deep end. As of last night, the ice has frozen solid enough to walk on and shovel. Everything SEEMS fine so far, but I have some concerns.
1. I put too much water in. At the deepest end, the water is reaching the top of the boards. I could get away with less water (I was a bit overzealous) and could probably take some out when it thaws. Am I screwed? Do I have to add boards in the corner?
2. How long will the ice stay skateable after the weather gets warmer? It's supposed to be mid 30's during the day next week and going down in the teens at night. Will we be able to use the rink when that happens?
Thanks again for the great site and community!