What to Look for When Buying Park Benches and Picnic Tables
Play Mart doesn’t just make equipment for playgrounds and schools.
Our benches and tables are also ideal for hiking and biking trails, outdoor break areas for offices and factories, or any other application where low maintenance and longevity are important. Transform your park, trail, or break areas into a haven for relaxation and community bonding with the perfect park benches and picnic tables! We offer a wide range of high-quality outdoor commercial benches that can truly make a difference in the park experience for both kids and adults.
Finding the right bench or table for your park may seem simple, but it requires careful consideration to ensure long-lasting satisfaction. Fortunately, Play Mart is here to guide you! Here’s what to look for in quality park furniture:
Durability
Our structural plastic formula is specifically designed to withstand outdoor conditions and provide superior durability. Unlike wood, our benches are made from Recycled Structural Plastic™ (RSP) that is resistant to cracking, splintering, and rot. We also use rust-proof stainless steel hardware, attachment plates, and smooth stainless steel welds to eliminate jagged edges that can chip and rust. Learn more about the advantages of RSP.
Not only does our recycled plastic last longer, but it also does not fade, tear, peel, or splinter like other materials commonly used in park equipment. Our two-tone sheet plastic maintains structural integrity and color consistency. The color of our RSP™ remains vibrant and fresh for years, making it a wise investment for your park.
Solid recycled plastic park furniture is heavy-duty to avoid unauthorized movement. Our benches and tables can be in-ground installed for pieces that are not allowed to be moved at all.
Weather-Proof
Recycled plastic has been extensively researched for many purposes because of its water-resistant properties. It’s even being utilized in housing panels! Our proprietary RSP formula has been extensively fine-tuned after meticulous rounds of trial and error to ensure it can withstand water and other elements.
Unlike metal tables and benches that are prone to rust, our RSP™ products are resistant to corrosion and will never need repainting or staining. Moisture, oils, brines, acids, salt water—none of these elements can harm our RSP™ playground equipment. With their weather-resistant and non-porous properties, our RSP™ products remain in perfect condition, even when outdoors all year long.
Low-maintenance
Avoid labor-intensive park maintenance with our recycled plastic park furniture. With virtually no maintenance required, our recycled plastic furniture can be easily cleaned with a wet cloth and light detergents.
Graffiti is a common problem in public areas such as parks, trails, and rest areas, but our RSP™ technology makes removing it a breeze. Simply use a cloth and mild soap solution to erase marker and spray paint. Plus, stickers won’t stick to our RSP™ material. Small scratches on the furniture even “self-heal,” and larger ones can be easily smoothed while maintaining color integrity.
Accessibility
Make your park inclusive for every child (and adult) with Play Mart’s ADA-compliant picnic tables. We understand the importance of ensuring that kids of all abilities feel safe and included while using our products. Our picnic tables are meticulously designed to meet or exceed ADA regulations, guaranteeing accessibility for children and adults alike. They feature an extension at one end (or both ends) for easy access to wheelchairs and other assistive devices.
The website ada.gov provides a valuable resource specifically for seating. ADA compliance guidelines for tables include:
- Table surface height: 28-34 inches
- Space between table’s underside and floor: at least 27 inches for knee space
- Clear route to the accessible table
- Accessible seating area with a clear floor space of 30×48 inches
- Clear floor space extending 19 inches under the table for knees
Standard picnic tables with metal frames can’t meet ADA-compliant guidelines. However, our ADA-compliant picnic tables create space for wheelchairs. Remember to maintain a clear path to these tables on your property when incorporating them into your site furnishing plan.
Installation and Assembly
Play Mart has several options for the installation and assembly of our park picnic tables and benches.
Assembly
When a Play Mart product does not require permanent installation, the product is either delivered fully assembled or requires a small amount of assembly.
Fully Assembled
Designated products are delivered fully assembled and do not require any installation or mounting.
Assemble-in-Place
Most products in our catalog are built to be assembled on-site. These items are sturdy enough to stand alone without permanent installation. Many assemble-in-place items can also be anchored to solid surfaces for security.
Installation
There are two options for installation:
- In-Ground: Designated products can be installed in-ground.
- Surface-Mount: Most products can be surface-mounted to solid surfaces (concrete, asphalt, or wood) with appropriate brackets unless otherwise stated. We offer brackets at an additional cost.
Customization
Play Mart’s picnic tables and benches are offered in a number of styles that are fully customizable. Some options include:
- Shade roof (Ergo-EcoBench)
- Side armrests
- Cup holders
- In-ground mount or portable
- Several color options
We also offer custom engraving, which is perfect if a picnic table in your park is being dedicated or donated by a specific person or organization.
Choose Play Mart for Your Park Furniture Needs
Play Mart’s park benches and picnic tables come in many styles, including:
Benches
- Ergo-Eco Bench (Adult)
- Flat Bench (Adult)
- Ergo-Eco Kids Bench
- Flat Bench (Preschool)
- Octagon Bench (available in 48″ diameter bench, 60″ diameter bench, or 72″ diameter bench)
Picnic Tables
- 4ft ADA Accessible
- 6ft ADA Accessible
- Picnic Table 4ft
- Available in three heights: Toddler 16″ H, Preschool 20″ H, Elementary 26″ H
But we don’t stop at benches! Play Mart offers a comprehensive selection of recycled plastic site amenities to spruce up your park even more. Add bike racks, trash cans, and more to create a space that is both functional and visually appealing.
Browse our catalog of RSP park and playground equipment to get your park fully outfitted with beautiful furniture the whole community will love!
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