Dock Floats, Hardware & Building Components

Looking to build your dream dock? Find all the floats, hardware, and building kits you need right here. Simple, straightforward, perfect.

BARR's market-leading dock products = your quality dock. Our Dock Building Components division will not only give you insight into our floats, hardware, ladders, decking and dock kits; you'll find marine equipment like buoys, dock boxes and pontoons as well!

Product Catalog

Dock Floats, Hardware & Building Components

Looking to build your dream dock? Find all the floats, hardware, and building kits you need right here. Simple, straightforward, perfect.

BARR's market-leading dock products = your quality dock. Our Dock Building Components division will not only give you insight into our floats, hardware, ladders, decking and dock kits; you'll find marine equipment like buoys, dock boxes and pontoons as well!

Product Catalog

Dock Building Components for Every Type of Dock

A dock is a system, and each part has a job. Floats provide buoyancy and stability. The frame carries the deck and ties the floats together. Hardware connects it all and holds up to wave action, wind and seasonal water changes. BARR Plastics supplies each of these components, so you can source a complete dock from one supplier or replace only the parts you need.

DIY Dock Kits: Wood Frame or Aluminum Frame

Our DIY dock building kits are a straightforward way to build your own floating dock. Wood frame kits give you a traditional look, and you can build them with common lumber and tools. Aluminum frame kits suit owners who want a lighter frame that needs less ongoing upkeep. Both kits pair with our dock floats and surface decking, so you can match the dock to your shoreline, budget and how you plan to use it.

Dock Floats and Floating Platforms

Dock floats are the foundation of any floating dock. We stock floats for residential docks, swim platforms and larger installations. We also carry floating watercraft docks, modular floating work platforms and walkways made from industrial-grade LLDPE, and industrial marine pipe floats for commercial and utility projects.

Galvanized Dock Hardware and Accessories

Our galvanized steel dock hardware covers the connections that keep a dock solid and secure. To finish and protect your dock, browse:

  • Dock pile hoops, guides and pile caps
  • Dock cleats and tie-offs
  • Dock edging, corner bumpers and ladders
  • Fibreglass and polyethylene dock boxes for storage
  • Mooring and marker buoys
  • Emergency and safety equipment cabinets for marinas and public docks

For Homeowners, Marinas and Contractors

Cottage and lakefront owners can build a dock from a kit in a weekend. Marinas, contractors and municipalities can source floats, hardware and safety equipment in volume for larger or ongoing projects. Our Customer Tools page includes a photo gallery, videos and the full product catalog to help with planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dock floats do I need?

It depends on the dock's size, the weight of the frame and decking, the load you expect on the dock (people, gear, boats), and how high you want the deck to sit above the water. Send us your dock dimensions and intended use, and we'll help you work out the float layout.

Should I choose a wood or aluminum dock frame?

Wood frames are easy to work with and to customize on site. Aluminum frames are lighter and need less maintenance over time. The right choice depends on your budget, your site, and how much upkeep you're willing to do.

Can I buy hardware and floats separately from a kit?

Yes. Every float, hardware piece and accessory is available on its own, so you can repair, extend or upgrade an existing dock.

Where is BARR Plastics located?

BARR Plastics has been based in Abbotsford, BC, since 1968 and serves customers across Western Canada. Call 1.800.665.4499 to speak with our team.