You can't have a dock without decking! Choosing your dock decking options can be one of the hardest and most important decisions when designing your dock. Wood used to be one of the only options you had when designing your dock, now so much has changed. Budget Decking materials for aluminum boat docks are typically 25% to 50% of the budget when purchasing a new dock. It is always going to be worth it to consider the higher cost for the decking. It will end up paying for its

Getting the most out of your time on the water is crucial. You want a dock that fits your needs and is long-lasting for you to enjoy every minute on the water. Rhino Marine Systems, from ShoreMaster, are backed up by intense engineering, along with durable and overbuilt design. With a RhinoDock, you will be able to sit back, relax, and feel confident you are relaxing on a one-of-a-kind dock system. RhinoDock Floating System RhinoDock's floating steel dock system offers the

There's always a trend for everything! Stay up to date on the latest dock trends for 2020 and be the most trendy dock owner on the lake this year. Your neighbors won't be able to stop admiring the features and look of your new dock. Making Your Dock a Deck Docks are becoming the ultimate outdoor entertainment space more and more every year. There is nothing better than entertaining your quests on your dock - plus you don't even need to clean your house. Add a dockside fire

Not all dock systems work for all shorelines - some work better than others. For certain waterfronts, especially lakes with fluctuating water levels, a floating dock may be exactly what you need. Floating docks do exactly what you'd expect, they float on the water instead of standing on the bottom of the lake. How Does it Work? A floating dock is a platform with air-tight buoyant pontoons that displace water. This allows the dock system to float on top of the water. The po

Today's the first day of Spring and boating season is right around the corner! With Spring now here, maintaining your lift and/or dock will allow you to go boating sooner without having to get your dock or lift serviced. There are a few key things you should be doing to make your lift and/or dock and ultimately save you money! Lube her up! Lube your wench box, gears, chains, pulleys, and all moving parts. Inspect your cables for signs of wear. Pay close attention to any abra

Waterfront owners spend a good amount of time on their shorelines. Generic boat dock layouts tend to get the job done, but they're not for everyone. There are several ways you can customize your waterfront to make it unique and your own. Choose The Perfect Layout Your dock design and layout is what you will want to begin thinking about. For seasonal dock owner's wheel-in dock or floating docks may be a good option if your water level fluctuates. Sectional docks give you the

Looking for a tough dock like a the Hewitt Roll-A-Dock , but don't have the beachfront storage to remove it? Hewitt Roll-A-Docks has just released the Ultra Dock. Like the Roll-A-Dock, the Ultra Dock is made of tube construction for ultimate structural support and clean lines. It can also be quickly disassembled and tucked away for Winter storage without taking up much space. Check out more details about the Ultra Dock here.

Many of our newest customers have considered installing one of ShoreMaster's newest lines of product - a kit dock with an upper deck. In fact, we installed this dock-style for Rod Kush this past season. You can see that kit dock installation here. Consider enjoying time with friends and family on your dock with a roof safely covering your toys. NOW, consider enjoying time with your friends and family ON that roof. ShoreMaster has done it again. We now offer a kit dock with

Removable deck paneling has grown in popularity over the last few years. Here are four reasons you should consider this system for your next dock setup. Panels can be removed for installation and dock removal, making sections lighter and easier to carry and install Opportunity for updates and upgrading the look of your system without replacing frame sections Easily replace individual panels if necessary – no need to replace and entire section or system Trust that the integ

Nothing causes more wear and tear than moisture or age. Keep you and your family safe while enjoying your waterfront. Here are five signs you may need a new dock this spring/summer: 1. Dry rot in the wood - A clear sign it's time for a new dock - the wood on your dock is not structurally sound, and you can clearly see rot. 2. Nails are sticking up - When wood rots, nails pop up. Anyone can catch their toes on these hazardous, sharp objects. 3. Dock is uneven - Docks become u