Versatility

Float pods are designed with versatility in mind, plus ease of construction.

We were delighted to find them as we sailed into a little bay in the province of Mulga, Turkey where float pods provided a solution for both mooring and a walkway to the beach and restaurant. It was an hilarious challenge to keep our balance venturing across the surf, but the restaurant made it worthwhile!

Back home in New Zealand we have used them in a variety of locations for many purposes. They are so quick to assemble, like toy plastic blocks and we love delivering and assembling them. Here are some examples.

Versatility in action.

Simplicity

Our Pontoonz pods are perfect for DIY houseboats, recreational fishing, floating tiny houses. You can create and build quickly and relatively cheaply. Some of you have grand visions, others more straightforward. Simplicity is the key.

Here is a lovely example - our current favourite!

The Creativity of Lockdown

Interesting! It seems that, during this time, with time on our hands, many of our customers and fans have been developing unique ideas using Pontoonz floating systems… here are some examples:

• A jet ski being the power source and a way of docking it into a pontoonz raft

• Using pods as outriggers to a dinghy or other boat to provide stability

• Main boat pods used as boat lifts, and

• many more!

However the most frequent idea is for floating tiny houses. Some just want to get away on the water and live quietly and safely out of this chaos and unprecedented pressure. Most ideas are uniquely creative.

We are open for business - although it may be that shipping is a challenge. Talk to us. Go crazy.

Containers as floating tiny houses?

We receive numerous enquiries about building a floating home using shipping containers.

On the surface of it - the concept is attractive - already constructed, sturdy, done!

Now consider these 3 vital elements:

1. Apart from cost and stability, Weight is the most important consideration. A 40 foot container weighs around 4 tonnes. To float this you would need a minimum of 25 Pontoonz pods before you even consider motors, fittings, furniture.

2. Insulation and corrosion proofing - sea water can be the enemy of steel.

3. Lack of flexibility - a tiny house needs outdoor space and therefore clever thinking around decking.

A better solution is to use motor home technology or Structurally Integrated Panels (SIP) insulated with foam and cladding such as aluminum or wood. Easy to configure, cost effective and easy to build with.

Or, be like us - use a tent!