Stationary Dock Hardware for Building or Refurbishing Projects
Stationery dock hardware is used to build a new dock from scratch or to repair an existing dock. Our stationary dock hardware is made specifically for fresh water use ONLY, because of the painted finish. Galvanized floating dock hardware marked for saltwater can be used in fresh water, but not the other way around. Salt water tends to be harder on painted metal parts than fresh, and can corrode certain kinds of metal more quickly than freshwater.
In general, floating docks are used in areas prone to hurricanes and storms, and in tidal areas. The reason is simple once you think about it; they float and move up or down with the water, which makes them less prone to damage. In hurricane areas, that means that a floating dock, which moves with the water, is less prone to damage than a stationary dock that must bear the brunt of the force of wind and water.
Benefits of a Stationery Dock
Stationery docks are what many non-mariners think of when they hear the word “dock.” The solid, firm structure feels better underfoot, and doesn’t give the uneasy sense that you’re going to tip into the water when you move in and out of your watercraft the way a floating dock can feel. Stationary docks can also hold more people than floating docks; many floating docks made with PVC barrels collapse under the weight of too many users, crushing the barrels and ruining their flotation ability. Consider a stationery dock if your dock will see heavy foot traffic during peak boating season.
Stationery docks can cost a little bit more money to make than floating docks, but the benefit of a sturdy dock that feels safe for all ages, makes it well worth it. Also the investment in building costs of a dock may be offset by the increased value that the dock adds to your property. For example, a property/lot that has water frontage (with or without a house) has more real estate value because of the water accessibility the dock provides.
Building a stationery dock isn’t hard. Stationery dock hardware is readily available, and the wood you need to build your dock is available from major home supply stores. Home Depot offers a free project instruction sheet to help you anchor either a stationery or floating dock. The stationery dock hardware needed to complete your project is listed on the sheet, and you can purchase it easily online from Ve-Ve Inc.
So if you’re ready to build your stationary dock, visit Ve-Ve Inc. For a complete list of stationery dock hardware for 3 different dock pipe sizes, 1-1/4” (1-5/8” O.D.) , 1-1/2” (1-7/8” O.D.) & 2” (2-3/8” O.D.) ., visit our website. NOTE: Remember pipe is called out by its inside dimension, not the outside dimension a person usually measures. We manufacture and sell only the finest American-made products and ship nationwide and into Canada.
