Stages and event floors
SICO Starlight II: plan an outdoor dance floor
Compare outdoor floor options, supporting surfaces, trim and weather decisions before planning a reception or show.
Identification and use
Starlight II is a portable dance floor marketed by SICO for outdoor use, with a laminate surface, aluminum layers and a fiberglass-reinforced foam core. It remains a floor supported by an appropriate base, rather than an elevated stage.
SICO links Starlight instructions 109919 Rev. B from the Starlight II page. Confirm that document against the actual panel reference before installation.
Components and variants
- Standard panel
- 4 × 4 ft, nominal thickness 0.75 in. The page also lists optional 2 × 4 ft panels and factory tent-pole-hole options.
- System
- Cam-lock joints, matching perimeter trim and transport equipment specified for the supplied floor.
- Outdoor conditions
- The linked instructions describe temporary outdoor use, prohibit use when wet and warn about prolonged direct sunlight.
Plan the show
For an outdoor reception, first compare a suitable existing hard surface with a separately designed supporting base or moving dancing indoors. The location of tables, service routes and the weather fallback can change the floor proposal.
We can assess floor supply, site review, installation and removal, coordinated with sound and lighting. A tent and its anchoring require their own scope; floor holes do not establish structural compatibility.
An outdoor option should identify the accepted base and operating plan; an indoor fallback needs its own usable area and access route. We can show the two locations and which services change between them. Keep guest relocation and equipment relocation distinct: moving people inside does not mean a wet outdoor floor can be reopened.
Preparation before use
- Identify Starlight II, the supplied variant, matching trim and applicable operating document.
- Document ground condition, level, drainage, approaches and proposed supporting base; have suitability resolved before installation.
- Follow the illustrated assembly sequence and inspect locks, surfaces and the complete perimeter before opening.
- Assign monitoring, closure and reopening decisions for rain, wetness, surface heat, movement or damage. Agree the surface-condition checks and an alternative location or schedule before the event; keep public routes separate from work.
Questions and solutions
- Does waterproof mean we can keep dancing in rain?
- Can we place it directly on grass or uneven ground?
- Can the floor fit around tent poles?
- What if a joint opens during the event?
- How does this differ from Cam-Lam or an elevated stage?
- What information starts an outdoor-floor proposal?
- What alternatives can we quote if weather changes the program?
- Can we install just the floor while another supplier handles sound and lighting?
- What should we review if the dance floor is exposed to strong sun or becomes hot?
Does waterproof mean we can keep dancing in rain?
No. The product’s material claim does not override the linked manual’s prohibition on using a wet floor. Plan who closes the area, where guests go and who checks conditions before reopening. Indoor relocation is an alternative to agree before the reception.
Can we place it directly on grass or uneven ground?
The outdoor name does not approve every supporting surface. Record slopes, soft areas, drainage and entry transitions; ask for a documented base solution for the site. Do not use loose packing or panels to bridge a depression. Compare another location if the base cannot be resolved.
Can the floor fit around tent poles?
SICO lists factory panel options with tent-pole holes and smaller panels. Obtain exact pole positions, the supplied floor references and the tent layout before selecting pieces. Do not cut standard panels or attach floor hardware to the tent as a generic solution.
What if a joint opens during the event?
Keep the affected area out of use. The linked instructions prohibit specified gaps of 1/8 in (3 mm) or more, unlocked or missing trim, damaged panels and uneven surfaces. Review the supporting surface and component condition with the supplier; covering the gap is not a repair.
How does this differ from Cam-Lam or an elevated stage?
SICO distinguishes indoor Cam-Lam from Starlight II, which is offered for indoor and outdoor use with a different core construction. Choose by exposure and accepted supporting surface, not appearance alone. An elevated stage is a separate assembly with its own supports, access and loads. These alternatives do not establish interchangeable panels or accessories, and outdoor capability does not permit wet-floor use.
What information starts an outdoor-floor proposal?
Date, location, activity and an approximate area are enough to start. Add site photos, surface description and a weather fallback if known. We can compare locations, floor variants and installation scopes, then confirm the exact base, trim, access, schedule and availability. Outdoor flooring does not remove the need for an event weather plan.
What alternatives can we quote if weather changes the program?
Compare the planned outdoor dance area with an indoor location that can receive the actual activity. Identify the decision-maker, the latest workable decision time and any separate equipment or labor to reserve. The proposal can distinguish the main scope, optional reservations and changes that trigger a revised quote. Confirm any extra transport, setup or cancellation terms before booking. A tent or another location does not permit wet-floor use.
Can we install just the floor while another supplier handles sound and lighting?
Yes, we can assess a defined floor scope. Share the other supplier’s equipment positions, cable paths and work schedule so installation and public access can be coordinated. The proposal should identify responsibility for base preparation, floor inspection and weather monitoring, with additional AV or technical assistance quoted if requested.
What should we review if the dance floor is exposed to strong sun or becomes hot?
The Starlight manual linked by SICO describes temporary outdoor use and limits the surface temperature to 160°F (71°C). That is a manufacturer’s upper technical limit, not a temperature endorsed for comfortable or safe dancing. Match the linked instructions to the supplied Starlight II reference.
For an afternoon reception, we can compare another accepted location, a different dance schedule or the agreed indoor fallback. Include who checks surface conditions and who closes and reopens the area. If heat conditions cannot be controlled, keep the affected floor out of use until the responsible team resolves the plan. A dry floor still needs all other checks; wetting it is not a workaround because the manual prohibits wet-floor use.
Manufacturer documentation
- SICO Starlight II — official product page (EN)
- Starlight — operating instructions 109919 Rev. B, linked by SICO for Starlight II (EN/ES)
- SICO dance floors — information sheet R1 (EN)
- SICO — dance floor selection FAQ (EN)
Sources consulted: October 23, 2026.
Compare alternatives for this use
- SICO Cam-Lam Portable Dance Floor
For an indoor fallback, compare an interior dance-floor scope and suitable existing base.
- nivtec Standard platform 200 × 100 cm
If the show needs elevation, review a platform with its own supports and exposure limits.