Everything You Need to Know About Swim Platforms for Lakes

Swimming in a lake can be a great and fun way to cool off and enjoy the outdoors. However, it can also be dangerous if you don’t have a safe and secure way to enter and exit the water. 

Swim platforms for lake-floating structures that provide stable and secure surface-enable swimmers to enter and exit the water. This article highlights the different types, key factors to consider, and maintenance of swim platforms for lakes. 

Types of Swim Platforms for Lake

Floating Swim Platforms

Floating swim platforms are made of durable materials such as aluminum or polyethylene. They can feature ramps, ladders, or steps for easy access to the water. 

Swimming Docks

They are larger than floating platforms and are used in various water activities such as fishing, sunbathing, and relaxing. They feature a deck made from composite materials or wood. 

Factors to consider when choosing a swim platform for a lake:

• Size of the platform-a small platform can be anchored directly to the shore or the bottom of the lake, while it’s ideal to use a floating anchor system that moves with the waves and currents for larger platforms.
• The material used to construct-swim platforms can be made from aluminum, wood, or polyethylene, splinter-free and environmentally friendly. 
• Capacity-larger groups require a swimming dock, while a floating platform is suitable for smaller groups. 
• Location of the platform-consider the water depth, currents, and weather conditions. 

How To Maintain a Swim Platform for Lake

Repairing

Inspect your aluminum and swimming platforms for corrosion, bending, splintering, cracks, rust, weak boards, sharp corners, or bug infestation.

Treatment

Treat wooden swim platforms and seal them with eco-friendly sealers regularly. 

Repaint and Re-Stain

Use non-toxic, water-safe paint on surfaces and re-stain solar-faded lumber regularly. 

Cleaning

Clean to prevent corrosion and to discolor with little soap and a power washer, and spray aluminum and wood with fresh water to avoid salt corrosion. 

At AccuDock, we specialize in designing and building swim platforms for lakes for residential and commercial use tailored to meet your needs. Contact us today for a free estimate.