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The Dock Shop DIY Kits simplify the dock building experience. Each kit includes all required flotation and hardware for your selected platform size and freeboard — removing the guesswork so you can build with confidence.

Key Features

• Includes all required dock floats and structural hardware for the selected platform size.
• Top quality Eagle Float dock floats, MADE IN AMERICA, with proven bouyancy distribution and weather resistant longevity.
• All structural hardware is MADE IN AMERICA from hot-dip galvanized 1/4" steel.
• Pre-designed freeboard options to remove guesswork and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Designed for use with 2" × 6" pressure-treated framing lumber, also compatible with 2" x 8".
• Lumber NOT included.

Important Notes

Kit-specific assembly instructions are not included, but our DIY Dock Builder's Guide provides detailed step-by-step building instructions.

Connection kits are not included. If you need to connect dock modules or connect to the shoreline, be sure to add a Connection Kit.

Due to normal plastic shrinkage, dock floats may be 1–2% smaller than their advertised size. We highly recommend waiting until floats arrive before cutting any lumber.

“Float Freeboard” is measured from the top of the float to the water surface under dead load only. Live load (people, furniture, equipment) will reduce freeboard.

All freeboard values may vary slightly depending on lumber species, decking weight, and environmental factors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s):

Q: I'm not sure what I need. Can someone help me plan my dock?
A: Absolutely. Visit our Contact Page for live, U.S.-based support via phone and email.

Q: What is Freeboard? What is Float Freeboard?
A: Freeboard is the distance from the top of the dock to the waterline. Float Freeboard measures from the top of the float to the waterline. Because dock materials vary in height, all Dock Shop DIY Kits use float freeboard for consistent, standardized measurements.

Q: Does this kit include framing lumber and/or decking?
A: No. Framing lumber and decking is not included. Kits are compatible with 2x6 or 2x8 pressure treated framing lumber, as well as both wood and composite decking.

Q: Are connection kits included?
A: No. Plan for one Dock Shop Connection Kit to connect each module and to the shoreline if required.

What's Included?

Floats:

* Float dimensions may vary up to 2% due to standard plastic shrinkage.

Hardware:

• 8 × Lag Bolts and Custom Washers (for float attachment)
• 4 × Outside Corners
• 4 × Inside Corners
• 8 × Angles
• 16 × Washer Plates
• 64 × 1/2"-13 × 3" Carriage Bolt Sets

Other Specifications

• 100% Virgin Grade Polyethylene Material
• 0.15″ Nominal Wall Thickness
• Solid EPS Foam-Filled Core
• 1/4" galvanized steel angles, corners & washer plates
• Includes float mounting hardware (lags & custom washers)
• Compatible with wood or composite decking
• Designed for 2" × 6" pressure-treated framing lumber, with joists at a max of 16" on center
• Framing and decking not included