The late season in the Mediterranean brings a warm sea and quieter anchorages. An inflatable dock transforms the water beside your stern into a proper place to rest. When you want to expand deck space for an afternoon at anchor, a floating extension gives you a flat, stable base for swimming, sunbathing or mooring a tender. Choosing the right layout requires comparing the space you have against the way your guests spend their time on the water.
Comparing Sizes for Your Yacht Platform
Start with the space you actually have. Measure the width of your stern and the clear water behind and alongside the yacht. A floating platform must lie without touching the hull, the propellers, or other boats. You should also check the packed size and weight on each product page to ensure the product fits your onboard storage and can be handled by your crew.
- The Premium Teak Platform 2.05 m measures 205 by 205 cm. It fits neatly behind smaller vessels, forming a quiet floating deck for relaxing.
- The Premium Teak Platform 4.10 m measures 410 by 205 cm. This leaves room to stretch out after a swim or keep a SUP board nearby.
- The Premium Teak Platform 6.16 m measures 616 by 205 cm. It balances lounging space with room to moor a tender alongside.
- The Premium Teak Platform 8.20 m spans 820 by 205 cm. This expansive option suits larger gatherings and creates a long stretch of deck beside the hull.
Material Stability and the Teak Look
The foundation of every platform is drop-stitch fabric with reinforced PVC. Specifically, the platforms use 0.9 mm PVC. This construction involves two layers of fabric joined by a dense array of internal threads. When inflated to the pressure stated in the product instructions, the threads hold both surfaces parallel. The product becomes flat and firm, and feels stable underfoot.
On top, the deck features a teak-look surface. It is a teak look only, not real wood, and it needs no oiling or sanding. The materials are chosen to be UV-resistant and saltwater-resistant for long hours in direct sun. Maintenance is simple. Rinse it thoroughly with fresh water after contact with salt water and let the product air-dry.
Platforms Versus Dedicated Toy Docks
While a standard floating deck serves general leisure, dedicated toy docks offer specific shapes for watercraft. Comparing the two helps determine the best layout for your stern.
- A Premium Teak Platform provides a straight edge. It is versatile, giving guests room to rest while a tender is moored alongside.
- The Jet Ski Duo Park 4.10 m measures 410 by 300 cm. It holds up to two jet skis, featuring divided arms that keep the craft apart.
- The compact C-Dock measures 200 by 150 cm. It is made specifically for securing a single jet ski, Seabob, or e-foil board.
- The E-Foil Ramp measures 200 by 200 cm. It features a plain textured, non-slip surface without the teak look, tailored purely for launching and landing electric hydrofoils.
Single Layouts Versus Modular Systems
Rather than committing to the largest possible size immediately, you can compare the flexibility of modular systems against a single large footprint. Dockee platforms are modular, meaning several units can be joined.
- A single 8.20 m platform offers a continuous line. It requires more physical effort from the crew to unroll and pack away, and pairs best with the Air Pump 1200 W.
- Combining two smaller platforms is highly flexible. Using an AirLink Tube, you place the units side by side, inflate the connector until it is rigid, and fasten it with the integrated straps.
- Tailor-made projects are available on request. A platform can be adapted to your yacht in size, surface, or configuration, with an individual quote provided for each design.
Using and Caring for Your Inflatable Dock
All setups demand the same fundamental care. Use your floating platform in calm, sheltered water. Tie lines only to strong, suitable fixing points on the yacht and keep them clear of propellers. Always switch off engines and thrusters while anyone is in the water near the stern, and always supervise swimmers, especially children.
At the end of the season, ensure the fabric is completely dry before you fold and pack it. Store inflatables dry and out of prolonged direct sunlight.
Every platform comes with a warranty of 2 years from delivery. We offer worldwide, fully insured shipping, with delivery to your marina or your door. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for unused items in their original packaging, although tailor-made items are excluded.
