Here is the list of what you’ll find in my dock installation toolbox Framing Hammer (for tapping things together) 5 lb. sledgehammer (for driving dock legs) Three 1/2 drive ratchets (to keep from switching sockets on and off) socket extensions … Read More
High winds and heavy rain, but the show must go on for: The 3rd Annual Food Drive at Great Northern Docks featuring the Maine Cabin Masters. Despite the torrential downpour and high winds, spirits were sunny and bright even though … Read More
When storing your dock out of the water for the winter, we have a few helpful tips to share with you for proper care. One of the best places to store the decking is in the aluminum dock frames … Read More
Dock lines should prevent the boat from moving back and forth. The mooring whip line diagrams shows three methods for running your dock lines. Use the option that works best with your cleat locations. One dock line configuration is an “A” … Read More
When to Use Dock Railings Safety Matters! Dock handrails are optional but when are they really needed, they will dramatically add to the safety and stability of those who travel along. Great Northern Docks is able to utilize railings along … Read More
Set screws are used to clamp one tube inside another by pressing into the side of the inner tubing material. Set screws can be used in steel or aluminum dock parts. We find that zinc set screws work well in … Read More
These swim rafts get anchored out away from all your other docks and moorings. They establish a common sense identity for swim areas to most oncoming boaters helping to provide a safe buffer between your swimmers of all ages and … Read More
DuraLITE docks are made with marine grade aluminum. This closed tube extrusion includes a nonslip top edge with a groove for drilling and mounting cleats. The top also has a larger groove to insert the snap on extrusion allowing the … Read More
This question keeps coming up on my youtube video about 4×4 post docks. I decided to elaborate on the topic because so many people ask the same question. I’d like to start by saying, maybe a floating dock is a … Read More
If you ever found yourself in a situation stranded on an island like Tom Hanks in the movie “Cast away” you might want to find a floating friend that is bigger than a volley ball to hang onto. This old … Read More
