Dock Talk

Which Freeboard is Right for Me?
If you’re new to dock building, the word “freeboard” might sound like a nautical buzzword—some mysterious measure only boat nerds understand. But if you’re planning a DIY floating dock, understanding...
Which Freeboard is Right for Me?
If you’re new to dock building, the word “freeboard” might sound like a nautical buzzword—some mysterious measure only boat nerds understand. But if you’re planning a DIY floating dock, understanding...

Anchors Aweigh: A DIY Guide to Floating Dock An...
When it comes to DIY floating docks, most of the attention usually goes to frames, floats, and decking. But no matter how solid your build is, it won’t do much...
Anchors Aweigh: A DIY Guide to Floating Dock An...
When it comes to DIY floating docks, most of the attention usually goes to frames, floats, and decking. But no matter how solid your build is, it won’t do much...

Do I Really Need All That Dock Hardware? (Yes, ...
If you’re building a DIY floating dock for a peaceful little pond, it’s tempting to skip the heavy-duty hardware and call it good. After all, it’s just a few boards...
Do I Really Need All That Dock Hardware? (Yes, ...
If you’re building a DIY floating dock for a peaceful little pond, it’s tempting to skip the heavy-duty hardware and call it good. After all, it’s just a few boards...

Hardware Showdown: Standard vs Connecting Corne...
Standard vs. Connecting Outside Corners: Choosing the Right Dock Hardware for Your DIY Dock Build When you’re working on a DIY dock building project, selecting the right hardware can make...
Hardware Showdown: Standard vs Connecting Corne...
Standard vs. Connecting Outside Corners: Choosing the Right Dock Hardware for Your DIY Dock Build When you’re working on a DIY dock building project, selecting the right hardware can make...

The Top 3 MISTAKES DIY Dock Builders Make
Building a dock? Don’t do this! These are the most common (and costly) mistakes DIY Dock Builders make: Framing without floats Measure twice, cut once. A common error DIY’ers make...
The Top 3 MISTAKES DIY Dock Builders Make
Building a dock? Don’t do this! These are the most common (and costly) mistakes DIY Dock Builders make: Framing without floats Measure twice, cut once. A common error DIY’ers make...

DIY Floating Dock: How To Read a Dock Float Buo...
When building a DIY floating dock, one of the most important steps is selecting the right dock floats. Buoyancy charts are invaluable tools that help ensure your dock remains safe...
DIY Floating Dock: How To Read a Dock Float Buo...
When building a DIY floating dock, one of the most important steps is selecting the right dock floats. Buoyancy charts are invaluable tools that help ensure your dock remains safe...