Sika has an extensive history with new stadium and arena construction, as well as refurbishment and renovation of existing and often iconic sports and entertainment facilities. Sika’s solutions are trusted to build, protect, finish and repair the most recognized stadium and sports center projects around the world.  

Construction Solutions for Stadiums & Sports Centers

Build

Concrete Admixtures

Concrete admixtures provide enhanced workability and durability for stadium and arena structural elements, including cast-in-place concrete foundations, stadium bowl structure and precast concrete elements

Below Ground Waterproofing

For watertight stadiums, sports centers and arenas, Sika has the most comprehensive waterproofing technology in the market, enabling a complete system approach from one supplier, tailored for specific project requirements.

  • Sika specializes in structural below ground waterproofing systems.
Single-ply roof PVC membrane of Sarnafil adhered roofing system installed on Montreal Olympic Stadium

Protect

Roof Systems

  • Sustainable, single-ply vinyl roof membranes and systems with heat-welded seams impervious to water and moisture penetration
  • Energy-saving reflective cool roofs, vegetated green roofs, solar-ready roofing and roof systems that simulate the appearance of standing seam metal roofs
  • Systems offer application flexibility as well as decorative options
  • Complete single and dual component elastomeric waterproofing traffic systems and high performance aliphatic topcoats
  • Extended performance and reflective surfaces help to control capital expenses, HVAC operating costs and roof maintenance expenses

Liquid-Applied Membranes

Sika is at the forefront of delivering a comprehensive portfolio of waterproofing solutions. Included in our portfolio are liquid-applied membranes designed specifically for stadiums, sports centers, and arenas, ensuring unparalleled watertightness, structural protection, and durability.

Joint Sealing and Fire Protection

For watertight, fire-resistant joints, connections and building envelopes, Sika offers a full range of silicone, polyurethane and hybrid sealants and systems, as well as complete firestop systems to ensure all joints and openings are protected against fire.

Cool roof with reflective Sikalastic liquid applied membrane installed on TD Garden in Boston in USA

Finish

Floor Systems

Sika provides a wide portfolio of floor systems available in a dynamic range of colors and textures for design flexibility.

  • Terrazzo, quartz and flake options with varying thicknesses and surface textures
  • Various levels of slip resistance
  • Ease of maintenance, long-term durability and performance
  • Color-fast, UV-stable resin floor technologies ensure lasting aesthetics
Sikafloor® Terrazzo floor detail close up in lobby entry public building

Repair

Concrete Repair, Concrete Protection & Structural Strengthening

Sika offers a complete range of concrete repair and protection products that extend the life of existing stadium, sports center and arena structures.

  • Repair mortars and pre-packaged concrete mixes
  • Structural epoxy for all construction needs
  • Epoxy and cement grout for all installation needs
  • Coatings and sealers for concrete protection
  • Structural strengthening systems including CFRP plates, FRP fabrics and FRCM

Roof Repair

When it comes to stadium or arena roofs in need of repair or replacement, Sika has the experience, products and systems to fix it well.

  • Roof repair solutions, including liquid-applied membranes, single-ply membranes, bituminous membranes and metal roof repair
Men applying Sika CarboDur carbon fiber plates for structural strengthening

See Some of Sika’s Past Stadium & Arena Projects

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Contact Us

Our product solutions and project support provide: 

  • Single point of contact for all product technologies and access to the Sika network 
  • The best fit solutions for your specific applications 
  • Complete solutions from roof to basement 
  • Specification and detail development support 
  • Local building codes, standards and practical application knowledge 
  • Sika specialized and certified contractor network 
  • Expert technical assistance throughout your project

¹Source: The Sporting Blog