Floating docks and stationary docks both offer advantages to property owners looking to enhance their shoreline, yet they are different in some key ways. Read on to explore the features of floating and stationary docks so you can best assess which dock type might be right for you. Floating Dock Defining Features One of the […]
Planning and design is one part of creating a custom dock. Then there’s installation. Working in water poses unique challenges and requires some specialty skills and tools, but if you are prepared and have the know-how to do it, it can be a DIY task. Here are some factors to consider before deciding whether to take […]
The off-season is an opportune time to consider your dock design goals. If you can’t be on the water, you may as well dream about being on the water! And this dreaming and planning phase is important. There are so many components of a custom dock installation that it pays to give some extra thought […]
Varying shoreline conditions mean you often need to make some modifications to your dock design in order to create a safe and functional dock. For many owners, this includes adding a dock ramp, or gangway, to connect your floating dock to the shore. Dock ramps can vary in length depending on how far from the […]
Different dock systems require different anchoring methods to secure them to the seafloor or shoreline. The method you use to anchor your dock will depend on your waterfront conditions, the type of dock you have and its design, as well as how you intend to use the dock. Anchoring a Floating Dock to Shore Common […]
