Strong and durable piles are a must-have to make sure a dock can hold strong in even some of the harshest marine environments. They can be made of wood, steel, or even concrete and custom fit for any sized dock. Sometimes, unfortunately, if they are built for functionality rather than aesthetics, they might be a bit of an eyesore. In order to help remedy that problem, and give them a clean and uniform look, you should install pile caps. They come in a wide range of styles, colors, and sizes, and are able to give any dock a nicer look.
Though they can be constructed out of many different materials, the pile caps that offer the most value are generally made out of polyethylene. That construction allows them to be highly durable and able to withstand the effects of being bombarded by the heat of the sun and moisture from any lake or pond. Plus, they are generally light and will only weigh a pound or so, making them easy to install and even remove if you want to make a change.
Pile caps come in a number of different styles and colors so that, regardless of the specific look you are trying to achieve, you will be able to find the right items. For an elegant and classic look, black square pile caps can be an excellent choice while round white caps will provide a nice clean look that never seems too cumbersome. As an added bonus, they generally come with a tapered top so that birds can’t perch on them and leave their messes behind.
Though they are a great component of any dock, pile caps are hardly the only dock accessory that boat owners should choose to ad. In addition, you could add power pedestals to both plug in your boat and keep your dock lighted for less adventurous walks home, dock boxes to store all of your boating essentials, and dock bumpers to protect both the dock and your boat when parking is a bit of a challenge. And, if you’re a bit of an adrenaline junkie, a personal watercraft platform might be a necessity.
Owning a boat is a welcomed luxury for many people who like to spend their time on the water during the warm months. But the boating experience is made much more enjoyable if you have a dock and don’t have to drive to the marina or wait at crowded boat launches to head out. And though their main purpose might be function, there are lots of great accessories that help turn docks into both a functional and attractive part of your property.