Custom Boat Cradles: Strong, Safe Support for Your Vessel
- Aaron Mandel
- Oct 3
- 2 min read
Boats aren’t just investments—they’re passions. Whether you own a fishing boat, sailboat, or commercial vessel, proper storage and maintenance are essential to protect your craft. That’s where custom steel boat cradles come in. At Structural Welders, we design and fabricate custom cradles that safely support boats of all sizes across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
What Is a Boat Cradle?
A boat cradle is a steel support structure that holds your boat when it’s out of the water. Unlike generic stands, a custom cradle is built to fit the exact dimensions, weight, and hull shape of your vessel.
Why Choose a Custom Steel Boat Cradle?
Perfect Fit – Designed to match your boat’s hull for maximum stability.
Heavy-Duty Strength – Built from structural steel to support thousands of pounds.
Long-Term Durability – Powder coating, galvanizing, or marine-grade paint for corrosion resistance.
Safety – Prevents tipping, shifting, or hull stress while on land.
Easy Storage – Designed for quick assembly, disassembly, or transport.
Our Custom Fabrication Process
Measurements & Design – We measure your boat’s hull, weight distribution, and support points.
Steel Cutting & Welding – Frames are cut to spec and welded with reinforced joints.
Padding & Contact Points – Custom-fitted bunks or padded supports protect the hull.
Finishing – Anti-rust coatings extend the life of your cradle.
Delivery & Setup – We deliver and install the cradle at your storage site or marina.
Types of Boats We Build Cradles For
Sailboats – Long, deep hulls with keel supports.
Fishing Boats – Wide-body support for heavy rigs.
Commercial Vessels – Reinforced frames for extra weight.
Yachts & Cruisers – Custom bunks and pads for luxury vessels.
Case Example
A client in Connecticut needed a custom steel cradle for a 28-foot sailboat. Our team:
Designed the cradle with keel and side supports.
Fabricated reinforced cross-beams and pads.
Coated the cradle with marine-grade paint to withstand harsh winters.
The result was a safe, stable cradle that allowed year-round maintenance and storage.
Custom Boat Cradles Near You
If you need a safe and reliable way to store your boat, trust the experts at Structural Welders. We build cradles tailored to your vessel for strength, safety, and peace of mind.
📞 Call Structural Welders today at 844-9-WELDER (844-993-5337)
🌐 Visit: www.structuralwelders.com
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