Le Bourget du Lac - Sevrier - Pontoon
(H)Savoie (France)

Securely Anchored Oak : A Natural Material for Durable Pontoons

Oak, renowned for its natural durability, has long been used in a wide range of development projects—both indoor and outdoor, private and public. Its strength and resistance to weather conditions make it an ideal material for structures exposed to moisture and intensive use.

For the pontoons located in Le Bourget-du-Lac and Sevrier, oak decking produced in Ducerf Group’s secondary processing facility was selected as the core material.

Why Choose Oak for Humid Environments?

The Benefits of Oak for This Type of Project

Oak possesses intrinsic qualities that make it perfectly suited to wet environments. Its natural resistance to water and climatic variations enables the creation of durable and reliable structures.

In this project, oak made it possible to design pontoons that blend harmoniously into the lakeside landscape while offering robustness and comfort to users. The noble character of the wood also enhances the aesthetic dimension while remaining true to the natural environment.

Aesthetic and Technical Design Serving the Landscape

For this project, the project manager worked with the decking by alternating smooth and grooved surfaces, preserving the natural beauty of the wood while highlighting the relief and perspectives of the site. This variation in finishes adds a graphic dimension while maintaining the simplicity and authenticity of the material.

Durable and Functional Installation

How can durability, safety, and aesthetics be combined for a pontoon?

The decking was installed using visible stainless steel screws, ensuring a solid fixing while reducing maintenance over time. The selected section (41 × 150 mm) guarantees optimal stability and resistance to loads and repeated use.

With a total surface area of 250 m², the pontoons meet both the functional needs of the community and the aesthetic and technical requirements of a sensitive natural environment.

A Solution in Harmony with the Natural Setting

The project carried out for the towns of Le Bourget-du-Lac and Sevrier perfectly illustrates how natural oak can be used to create durable, aesthetic, and environmentally respectful developments.

Here, wood becomes a true tool for enhancing the landscape: robust, elegant, and suited to public use. The refined finishes, the quality of the material, and the precision of the installation make these pontoons a successful example of integrating noble materials into natural environments.

Client : Towns of Le Bourget-du-Lac (73) and Sevrier (74)
Species : Natural oak
Decking section : 41 × 150 mm
Installation type : Visible stainless steel screws
Surface area : 250 m²
Photo credits : JY Coudurier – Le Village Créatif