Commercial Outdoor Picnic Tables and Benches for Businesses and Multi-family Housing

With so much of our time spent indoors, a welcoming outdoor seating area is a breath of fresh air!

Commercial outdoor tables and benches are transformative for any business or office building. These furnished outdoor spaces also foster a sense of community for apartment complexes and condo developments, enticing residents with an open-air sanctuary to gather and get to know their neighbors.

While we love designing fun and educational playgrounds for children, we don’t limit ourselves at Play Mart! Our comprehensive line of recycled plastic commercial patio furniture and amenities will turn a dull and unused outdoor space into a fundamental feature of your business. Here we outline everything you need to know about furnishing your outdoor seating area:

Why add commercial seating and furniture to your outdoor spaces?

Considering retrofitting your establishment with an outdoor dining space? This is a great investment that will bring a number of benefits to your apartment complex, manufacturing facility, or office building:

1. Increased seating capacity: Expand your customer base by allowing more people to sit comfortably outside your establishment. If you operate a restaurant, outdoor seating allows for greater capacity than indoor seating alone. For an office or other facilities, it adds space for taking a break, having conversations, and catching up in a relaxed environment.
2. Improved foot traffic: Attract passersby in busy areas during the pleasant spring and summer seasons when sitting outdoors is particularly appealing. This will give them more time to linger outside your business and potentially patronize your establishment.
3. Freedom of design: Customize the look and atmosphere of your patio, rooftop deck, or courtyard. Unlike some indoor spaces, outdoor seating spaces provide flexibility in adjusting furniture arrangements to accommodate different party sizes.
4. Multiple dining experiences: Cater to diverse customers, such as families and pet owners who prefer to be outdoors. Commercial patio furniture allows you to offer unique experiences like live music performances in the outdoor area while maintaining a quieter ambiance indoors.
5. Additional revenue streams: Quality picnic tables allow you to rent out the patio space for private events, giving you more opportunity for a significant ROI.

Where to Place Commercial Patio Furniture

When considering a patio for your business, pool area, or apartment complex, it’s important to look at the available space and create a layout first. This will determine the type of environment and services you can offer. Here are some areas to consider adding Play Mart’s sturdy recycled plastic benches and tables:

1. Sidewalks: Transforming sidewalk space into patios is a great option for businesses in commercial areas. It attracts people passing by, allowing them to easily assess your products or services. This helps you efficiently attract new customers. Many municipalities have codes that will allow you to take advantage of this space.
2. Entryways: Customers and employees alike appreciate comfortable seating outside the doorway. Entryway benches aren’t just for smokers; they can be used for those waiting for a ride or making a phone call.
3. Courtyards: Courtyards provide a more private venue with the option to create an attractive space with beautiful landscaping. A commercial picnic table in a courtyard is a great place for employees to enjoy their lunch outdoors on a sunny day.
4. Rooftops: If you want the aesthetic of a balcony but need more space, consider utilizing your available rooftop space. Rooftop patios and seating areas are gaining popularity due to their efficiency and design potential. This option is particularly beneficial in cities with limited or no sidewalk or balcony space.
5. Pool Areas: If you want the pool at your recreation facility or apartment complex to draw in the crowds, you need more than chaise lounges. Picnic tables and benches allow parents and other non-swimmers a place to read or supervise young ones.

In addition to considering your available space, the design of your patio should align with its intended use. A general seating area will require different furniture than an outdoor dining area. For instance, restaurant dining areas must accommodate space for servers and staff to navigate between tables efficiently.

Why Choose Play Mart for Commercial Outdoor Furniture

We know that you have many options when shopping for outdoor tables and benches. That’s why Play Mart goes above and beyond to create products that outshine the competition. Here are just a few reasons to choose Play Mart for your commercial patio furniture:

Expert Design

Just like our playground equipment, our commercial outdoor furniture is expert-designed for style and comfort. When your employees leave their ergonomic office chairs, they’ll get the same lumbar support lounging outside in our exclusive Ergo-Eco benches. Plus, our picnic tables offer the same convenience as other outdoor restaurant furniture without the hassle of separate patio tables and matching dining chairs that are easily moved out of place.

Unbeatable Durability

Play Mart’s proprietary Recycled Structural Plastic (RSP)™ benches and tables are engineered to triumph over heavy use in the outdoors. Unlike traditional materials that succumb to wear and tear, our recycled plastic maintains its integrity and vibrant colors without fading, tearing, peeling, or splintering. Fragile wicker or wood outdoor patio furniture is prone to cracking, splintering, and decay.

Most metal patio furniture is also prone to rusting and corrosion. Each Play Mart bench and table is crafted with rust-proof stainless steel hardware and seamless welds that prevent corrosion. Our solid recycled plastic seating is intentionally hefty to resist unwanted relocation. For absolute immobility, opt for benches and tables with in-ground installation. Our RSP furniture is so tough that you do not have to bring it inside or protect it during winter, which will save you space and effort.  Your Play Mart benches and tables will be waiting to spend the first nice day with you!

Virtually Maintenance-Free

Our Recycled Structural Plastic is extremely low-maintenance compared with wood or metal outdoor furniture. Play Mart’s commercial-grade benches and tables are easy to clean with regular soap and water—no sealing, covering, or storing required. RSP is especially resistant to marking and graffiti. If the plastic ever gets scratched, it can be easily buffed out with light sanding.

Inclusive Options

You want your outdoor patio space to be welcoming to all. That’s why our outdoor picnic tables come in 7′ and 8′ ADA-accessible options. These tables have an extended surface, allowing for easy wheelchair access. All of our inclusive patio furniture meets ADA regulations for accessibility, so it’s perfectly suited for restaurants that want to feature outdoor seating.

Wide Variety of Styles

Whether you’re looking for outdoor benches and tables for an apartment complex, business patio space, restaurant dining area, or other commercial outdoor setting, we have a wide range of styles to suit every need. Take a look at our options for outdoor restaurant furniture:

Commercial Park Benches

• 4′ Backless Flat Bench
• 6′ Backless Flat Bench
• 4′ Ergo-Eco Bench with Backrest
• 6′ Ergo-Eco Bench with Backrest
• 4′ Ergo-Eco Bench with Backrest and Sunshade
• 6′ Ergo-eco Bench with Backrest and Sunshade

Commercial Picnic Tables:

• 6′ Picnic Table
• 7′ ADA Accessible Picnic Table
• 8′ ADA Accessible Picnic Table

Additional Outdoor Furniture:

• Bike Racks (Available in 1-, 3-, or 5-loop, light or heavy, in-ground or surface-mount)
• Trash Cans
• Sign Panels
• Outdoor Bulletin Boards

Customization

Much of our commercial patio furniture is customizable with several color options to blend seamlessly with your decor. Our mounting options offer flexibility whether you want a portable picnic table or one anchored for security. Benches can be ordered with cupholders, armrests, or custom engraving. Personalized engraving is ideal for memorial benches or adding your company name or logo. When customizing your commercial outdoor furniture from Play Mart, the sky is the limit!

Create a Welcoming Outdoor Seating Atmosphere with Play Mart

Your residents, customers, and employees shouldn’t have to head to the nearest park to be able to relax in the fresh air. With recycled plastic commercial patio furniture from Play Mart, people can enjoy your establishment’s outdoor space in luxury. With our premium recycled plastic, your commercial patio furniture will remain as pleasing to look at as it is to sit on! Peruse Play Mart’s wide selection of commercial outdoor furniture and amenities to find the perfect products for your business. Have a seat and relax with Play Mart!