Well made lightweight dock ! Easy to assemble. Great product, good price.

Cons of Floating Docks The docking system may also get damaged when tides are low. Since floating docks rely on water levels to stay afloat, they may rupture if levels decrease. Another disadvantage of floating docks is that they're noisy. When the water moves a lot, you'll hear clanking chains.

There are three main components used in manufacturing a BoardSafe aluminum floating dock. The combination of these materials has provided a structural, aesthetically pleasing floating dock system with a life span of 20 to 30 years.

For many traditionalists, wood decking such as red cedar or IPE hardwood is the only way to go when it comes to decking for docks. This is because these types of woods contain natural oils and tannins to resist rot, decay and insects without having to be pre-treated with potentially dangerous or harmful chemicals.