Dock Talk
Buying guides, build tips, and expert advice - everything you need to make smarter decisions about your dock.
Freshwater vs. Saltwater: What Your Dock Floats...
Here's what matters: Eagle Floats dock floatation and Dock Shop hardware work great for both saltwater and freshwater environments! When you’re building a floating dock, you don’t really get to choose...
Freshwater vs. Saltwater: What Your Dock Floats...
Here's what matters: Eagle Floats dock floatation and Dock Shop hardware work great for both saltwater and freshwater environments! When you’re building a floating dock, you don’t really get to choose...
How to Use a Chain Retainer
Here's What Matters: If you're using wires or stiff arms to anchor your floating dock, you're in good company— these are common ways to anchor a floating dock. But there's...
How to Use a Chain Retainer
Here's What Matters: If you're using wires or stiff arms to anchor your floating dock, you're in good company— these are common ways to anchor a floating dock. But there's...
How to Decide on Your Dock's Freeboard
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...
How to Decide on Your Dock's Freeboard
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...
How to Anchor Your Floating Dock Correctly
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...
How to Anchor Your Floating Dock Correctly
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...
How to Decide on Dock Hardware
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...
How to Decide on Dock Hardware
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...
How to Choose Dock Connectors for your DIY Dock...
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...
How to Choose Dock Connectors for your DIY Dock...
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...