Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does concrete float?
A: Each 10’x20’ concrete dock is approximately 23,000 lbs. With that weight, you’d naturally wonder… how does it float? Within the float, Type 1 EPS high-grade foam is placed and encapsulated by concrete. This is called positive flotation – and it offers greater stability and buoyancy than other types of flotation. Because of this technology, Surefloat’s docks are designed to be unsinkable.
Q: Myth or Fact? Concrete docks are more expensive than wooden docks.
A: The facts:
- Concrete docks’ lifespan is more than two times that of a wooden dock
- Less yearly maintenance than wood dock
- Positive floatation + large mass = stability & usable surface area over life
- Appearance holds over time (more than wooden dock)
Given these advantages, concrete docks are not more expensive than wooden docks… this is a myth!
Q: Concrete docks are heavy, how will I transport it to my location?
A: Surefloat can deliver your float(s) to your location – near or far. Each Surefloat product’s size and weight has been designed to accommodate travel on any highway. Once at your waterfront location, Surefloat’s unique self-launching system will be utilized to launch your float.
Q: How do you bolt the docks together?
A: Surefloat’s dock design is modular – built to suit any configuration you wish.
To prevent rusting and maintain strength, galvanized or stainless steel threaded rods are used to connect the docks together.
A rubber dampening system is also utilized to reduce wear and tear on the connections and absorb shocks.
Q: How will I anchor the dock?
A: Your dock or marina location is unique – with water depth, wind speed, wave height and wave frequency all influencing your mooring system, Surefloat advises engineering expertise to decide on how to anchor your dock. Depending on the engineer’s professional expertise, one of the following mooring systems may be utilized:
- Pile driving (steel or wood)
- Anchors
Q: Does the concrete surface get too hot to stand on in the sun?
A: Concrete absorbs no more heat than a typical wooden float. However, it does hold the heat for a longer time. Our customers tell us, when sitting on their concrete dock in the evening, they can often feel the warmth emanating from the surface from the day’s sun.
Q: Do you sell add-ons (ie. ladders, slides, dock lighting, etc)?
A: To make the most of your recreational or commercial dock purchase, Surefloat offers numerous add-on features for you to purchase. Contact us, and we will help you find what you are looking for.
Q Why should I make my dock out of concrete?
