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To build a floating dock, you will need three main components: floats to keep your dock from sinking, pressure-treated wood for a frame, and decking boards to create the walking surface. In this article, we cover the benefits of installing a floating dock.
Floating Dock Plans / Drawings. Decking Type 2x6 Pressure Treated Stringers at 24" On Center (Max) 8' x 16'. 10' x 20'. 12' x 12' with Optional Gangway.
This is a floating dock that's easy to make and works beautifully. Here is quick parts list of everything I used: 4 - 2x8" pressure treated lumber. 8 feet long.
Here is a ten-step guide to building a floating dock yourself: Step 1: Choose Your Floating Dock Layout. First, choose the style of dock you want (square, straight, U-shaped, T-shaped, etc.), decide on what type of decking you will use, and then calculate your materials list accordingly. Step 2: Gather Your Floating Dock Materials & Tools
Use foam or waterproof drums to build a floating dock with treated lumber and easy floating dock plans. Customize the size and shape, creating a floating, stationary or roller dock with basic skills and tools.
Installing a floating dock allows you to add lifts and launches for boats and personal watercraft (PWC), relax on the water and get into the water more efficiently. Floating docks are popular dock choices — they sit easily on the water and don’t require legs to hold them in place.
Assembling and building a floating dock can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't need to be. Check out our step-by-step instructions about how to build a floating dock and take advantage of our floating dock assembly plans today.
This plan can be used to build a floating dock from 5’ to 6’ wide and up to 12’ long using pipe slides to attach the dock to a fixed dock or bulkhead. The plan serves as a general template and can be adapted and modified to different sizes and configurations.
This video shows you step-by-step how to build a 12’x12’ floating dock with barrels and a 4’x8’ gangway. It is perfect for small lake living!