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What Are Floating Docks and How Do They Work? Learn below.

Floating docks are what they sound like: docks that rise and fall with the water. This type of modern docking solution contrasts with traditional fixed docks, which are secured below the water with piling.  But how does a floating dock...

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Dock Projects

Mooring Lines & Ropes: All You Need to Know

Moorings come in various shapes, sizes, and materials and are an essential component of boat care. A mooring is any permanent structure to which a boat may attach and remain secure until it's ready for use again. If you have...

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Dock Projects

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...

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Decking Projects, Dock Projects

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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prepare your dock for winter
Dock Projects

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 for piling caps
Dock Projects

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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boat dock bumpers
Dock Projects

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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Dock Projects, Marina Accessories

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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