How long does Skatelite last?

Skatelite that has been in place at some parks for over three years and is still in good shape. It has weathered severe winters in a several locations without any ill- effects. If properly installed with sufficient substrate, five to ten years seems reasonable.

Is Skatelite waterproof?

SKATELITE PRO The solid material is weatherproof and withstands the constant punishment inflicted by determined riders.

How much does a sheet of Skatelite weigh?

Skatelite comes in three colors: maple, brown, and black. The black Skatelite is made to absorb little or no heat, so it can be used outside. Sheets are available in the standard four-by-eight-foot sizes, and each weigh 50 pounds. No wonder the stuff’s so durable.

What is Skatelite Pro made of?

The solid material is weatherproof and withstands the constant punishment inflicted by determined riders. Skatelite Pro Natural is made from recycled paper in the Midwest of the United States.

What wood is used for skate ramps?

CDX, ACX, Burch, particle board, etc. We recommend using any type of smooth and sanded plywood. Particle board is quite possibly the worst type of wood you could use! A halfpipe outdoors with plywood will need something such as Skatepaint to help protect the wood from rain/snow.

What wood do skateparks use?

Skatelite has been used for more than 20 years to clad everything from backyard ramps, mini ramps, street parks, training grounds, half pipes and vert ramps all the way up to mega ramps.

What is ramp armor?

Ramp Armor is the most consistent, toughest ramp surface I’ve seen or used in 19 years of building and skating ramps. The grip to slip ratio is perfect and the stuff lasts better than anything out there.

Should you paint a skate ramp?

My recommendation for surfacing an outdoor ramp is to use two layers of 3/8″ untreated plywood, paint the top layer of plywood with polyurethan paint (maybe the underneath side as well), then use a layer of 1/4″ massonite for the top surface (smooth side up), painted with spar urethane, and a giant tarp to cover when …