Marine construction news and articles.
We all know the result of keeping a car for too long without use. The same goes for other properties we have, and the dock is not an exception. Leaving your dock for too long can result in problems regardless of the quality of decking materials that constitute your dock. Therefore, maintenance of your dock …
When it comes to decking, there is a lot of improvement and evolving going on presently both with design, product, and structure. Just in case you are planning you’re to build your deck yourself, here are some of the best tips and products we put together to make sure that you are good to go …
Several companies offer boat dock design software packages, with some that are easier to use than others and some that offer different styles and types of docks.
Seawalls also known as revetments are shore-parallel structures at the transition between the sandy beach and the mainland or dune. The height of a seawall often fills the total height difference between beach and surface level of the shore. In most cases adjacent at the crest of a seawall a horizontal stone covered part is …
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The thought of owning a seawall is so satisfying that owning one is like a slice of heaven to the owner. Seawalls serve as a protection for your home or business and can be termed as a coastal defense while increasing the value of your property. Adding a seawall to your shoreline is a great …
When it comes to deciding to own a dock, this can be a relatively easy decision to make. Owners that are there temporarily, don’t own the place where the dock is being installed or are using the dock for example for an event might decide for the Floating dock. What advantages has one over the …
A fixed boat dock is in essence a boat dock type that is fixed or stationary. This feature is a result of the method and materials used in the construction of this dock. Most dock owners prefer fixed boat docks due to the stability they offer. This is the primary difference between a floating boat …
Most DIY docks are constructed based on plans that have been purchased. These kinds of docks are built the old fashioned way and need materials like treated wood, galvanized screws, nuts and bolts.
