Originally posted by jimmy wheels:
I know that treated wood can be toxic, so I'm not considering that route. How long should a pier last if untreated piers are used? Would a floating dock be cheaper and last longer?
I used treated 4x4s for posts on my dock. They were fairly easy to install by myself before the pond filled. Concreted them in 12" holes two feet in the ground. Will come back this summer and add the decking. Never thought about the potential chemical problems. Anyone else have any thoughts on potential toxicity problems with treated lumber in ponds?
The floating docks I priced were very expensive. While they would be easier to install and probably maintain I much prefer the looks and stability of the wood dock.
