Whether floating or stationary, docks bridge the distance between your shoreline and waterfront experience. To ensure safety and stability – and to prevent an errant dock from floating away! – the dock system you choose will need to be anchored to the seafloor, but what about at the shoreline? What should you do with your […]
Planning and designing a custom dock requires some forethought and precision. Once you have a good understanding of your shoreline conditions and how you intend to use the dock, it’s time to take measurements. When building a stationary dock with pipe legs, here is some guidance for determining the correct pipe length for your custom […]
A strong, sturdy dock starts with strong, sturdy piling. If you’re installing a new pipe-leg or wood-leg dock frame, it’s imperative that you correctly install your dock posts. Dock pilings stabilize your pier structure and create a safer dock environment. There are a few methods you can use to install them. But before going too far […]
Just like any industry, the dock industry has its own set of vocabulary used to describe various parts of a dock. For those new to dock design, it can take a minute to familiarize yourself with the lingo. For example, those poles that hold up a dock? Yep, they have a name. They are called […]
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 […]
