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A Guide to Selecting the Best Dock Accessories

Docks are more than just a place to park your boat. Today, more than ever, people are spending lots of time at home and looking for ways to enhance their everyday experiences. Adding in the best dock accessories is a...

Closeup of treatment label on marine lumber pile

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Treated Lumber Classifications: What You Need to Know

For a first-time deck builder, knowing what type of pressure-treated (PT) lumber to use can be confusing. The labels at the end of each piece of PT lumber aren’t usually very helpful, either—seemingly random numbers, letters, and phrases like “ground-contact”...

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How to Prepare Your Dock for Winter

Depending on where you live, winter can be rough - heavy snowstorms, wind, and ice are the norm for the majority of the northern hemisphere. For dock owners, the season can be particularly stressful - what’s the best way to...

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How to Measure Your Pilings for Piling Caps

Piling caps can help extend the life of your pilings by reducing their exposure to the sun and elements and limiting the ability of water to pool on top of your piles, which can lead to rot. They’re essential for...

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A Beginner’s Guide to Boat Dock Bumpers

Boat dock bumpers are a marine accessory that should not be overlooked. They are an investment that will extend the lifespan of your dock, save your boat from damage, and allow you to cast off with confidence. What Are Dock...

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Top Fish Cleaning Stations of 2019: Reviews and Comparisons

Why make a mess of your kitchen when you can prepare your freshly caught fish right on your dock? A fish cleaning station allows you to do just that - you’ll wonder how you lived without one! But while it...

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New Options for Exterior Trim and Moulding

Trim, moulding, and columns can be used to add the finishing touches that bring your home’s exterior design together. But for years, these decorative additions have only been available in wood - until now. New innovations in home design have...

Decks & Docks How to Choose a Dock Ladder

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How to Choose the Right Dock Ladder

One of the most important dock accessories you can invest in is a ladder. Even if you don’t use your dock for swimming, a ladder provides a way to get back up onto the dock if someone falls into the...