Installing one of our synthetic ice rinks is straight-forward and you don’t need any special tools nor training. For instance, a fully equipped 200 m2 (approx. 2,000 ft2) Glice Rink is installed in less than half a day.

For larger-sized commercial installations we offer to send a Glice supervisor the first time your rink is set up. This includes a full training session for your facility’s staff.

You can install our synthetic ice on any surface as long as it is smooth, even and hard. Concrete, wood, sports courts, gym floors, etc. are all suited for synthetic ice setups. Make sure that the surface is clean and free of debris, and you're good to go. For best performance we recommend putting a foam film of at least 4 mm (1/6 in) in-between the floor and your Glice panels. For outdoor installations, a slight incline will provide natural drainage.

Glice synthetic ice sheets are connected with a tongue-and-groove system. In addition, sheets are held together by plugs. We have tested many connection systems during our research and development phase. The tongue and groove system has proven to be the most effective solution and it creates a strong and seamless synthetic ice surface.

All our synthetic ice products and systems are modular and can be transported easily. Glice offers a number of accessories that let you safely transport and store our products. Your Glice panels are very slippery, so always make sure they are fastened safely. For more information, please refer to our Glice Installation, Maintenance and Operation Guide provided to you when contacting Glice.

The dimensions of Glice synthetic ice sheets are: 1,965x965 mm (approximately 77,36x37,99 in). We offer these panels in two thicknesses: 20 mm (3/4 in) and 13 mm (1/2 in). The weight of a 13 mm panel is approximately 24 kg (53 lbs), and the 20 mm version weighs around 39 kg (86 lbs).

The difference between these two formats is indeed just the thickness. Both formats are produced with the same materials. To offer you the very best skating experience, all Glice products are carefully produced with the best materials and manufacturing techniques.

Each installation and its purpose are unique; therefore, we recommend reviewing your project with your Glice representative, who will assist you in developing the best Glice solution for your project. While the 20 mm (3/4 in) panel can be used for any application, the Glice 13 mm (1/2 in) panel, as a rule of thumb, is suitable for any indoor or outdoor surface up to around 100 m2 (1,000 ft2).

Yes! The same ice skates that you use on conventional ice rinks can be used on synthetic ice as well.

Synthetic ice does not ruin your blades, but skates can dull faster than on conventional ice. Therefore, it is important to sharpen skates regularly and correctly.

Yes! Our synthetic ice can be installed outdoors and in any climate. We recommend covering your outdoor rink with a tarp when it is not in use. This will help you keep your Glice surface clean and reduces cleaning cycles.

Rain and snow do not damage the synthetic ice surface, nor does the functionality decrease. Just remove the snow and the skating can continue. Snow and big puddles of water can be swiped off with a rubber mob, and ice layers on the rink can be removed with a snow shovel or by using a power washer with hot water.

No. Due to a specialized fabrication process, our synthetic ice tiles are auto-lubricating and offer an excellent balance between glide and grip, and over-all skating experience. Depending on how often your rink is used, you can apply Glice Care on the surface to nourish your Glice.

Maintaining Glice synthetic ice rinks is really simple. Just perform the maintenance regularly to ensure a great skating experience and impeccable looks of your Glice surface. Here’s what we recommend:

In general, outdoor installations need a bit more cleaning since they are exposed to more particles. We recommend covering all outdoor installations with a tarp when not in use. This will help you to get the most out of your Glice surface. For more detailed information on maintenance, please refer to our Glice Installation, Maintenance and Operation Guide, provided to you when contacting Glice.

There is no need to worry about scratches on synthetic ice. These marks will neither affect functionality nor the skating experience. Glice is a material of very high density and scratches only occur superficially without damaging the surface. Therefore, resurfacing our synthetic ice is not necessary.

Yes! One of the great things about Glice synthetic ice tiles is that you can use them on both sides, contrary to many other products.

At Glice we offer you any level of customization you want. From surface only to a full-fledged commercial rink package that includes dasher boards, skates, cleaning and sharpening machines, and more. If you operate your Glice Rink commercially, we provide you with everything you need to hit the ground running from day one.

Our Crease Embedded TechnologyTM, a unique manufacturing process, allows us to embed creases and hockey markings directly into our synthetic ice. Contrary to paint, these markings are permanent, will not fade and cannot be scratched away.

Absolutely! Our dasher boards are specifically designed for you to stick on advertisement easily. This offers another revenue source in addition to your daily ticket and coaching fees.

Get in touch via our contact section or call us. One of our Glice experts will be in touch to assist you in making your synthetic ice project a success. You can also order our 10 mm Glice Home directly through our US online store.

Shipping time varies depending on the final destination, size and customization level of your order. International delivery takes at least 4 weeks. In North America, Glice Pads and Glice surfaces can usually be delivered within about 10 days.

Depending on the usage as well as the level of maintenance, the life-span of Glice synthetic ice is around 12-20 years for the 20 mm (3/4 in) sheets and around 6-12 years for the 13 mm (1/2 in) sheets. We provide a 12-year limited warranty for 20 mm and 6 years for the 13 mm version.

We only use materials of the highest-grade quality and produce our synthetic ice with a unique manufacturing process. While Glice is not the cheapest product out there, it offers the best in class skating experience and durability. Read more