Recycled Plastic Benches

Recycled Plastic Park Benches – Setting the standard for "green" living. 

In a time when more and more people are carefully considering their impact on the environment, why shouldn’t your commercial or municipal seating options set a positive example? With the help of recycled plastic benches, you can promote the impact of recycling in your local community while providing patrons with comfortable, low-maintenance seating. From portable backless park benches to beautiful Mission-Style designs, commercial recycled plastic park benches can serve as the perfect match for bus stops, bike trails, restaurants, public gardens, and other commercial areas.

Wooden Benches versus Recycled Plastic Benches.

Wooden benches are the traditional outdoor seating choice, offering a classic look with a comfortable, natural feel. Wooden benches are often crafted from sturdy materials like teak, cedar, or other hardwoods that require regular upkeep, including sanding and staining to avoid weather damage. On the other hand, recycled plastic benches are a popular, eco-friendly choice for outdoor seating that resembles traditional wood. They are constructed from post-consumer materials such as recycled milk jugs, yogurt containers, and water bottles that are processed into usable lumber. Recycled plastic benches are durable, lightweight and require virtually no maintenance, but they may lack the natural feel of traditional wooden benches. Plus they can cost more initially but require less investment over time as they don't need to be replaced, stained, or painted.

Lastly, while many of our recycled plastic benches are designed to look like cedar wood, they are also available in several other colors, including green, gray, and brown. 

What are commercial recycled plastic benches made out of?

At Furniture Leisure, our outdoor recycled plastic benches are made from milk jugs and other select plastic products to create a sturdy seating option that looks just like natural wood. By using recycled products, these benches make use of materials that would otherwise be thrown away and add to landfill waste. Best of all, the benches themselves can be recycled when they reach the end of their lifespan, further helping the environment!

How do I maintain a recycled plastic bench?

Recycled plastic garden benches are also surprisingly easy to maintain. Recycled plastic does not need to be stained, finished, painted, or repaired, making it the ultimate low-maintenance bench. These benches aren’t susceptible to common issues that can damage wood benches, such as splintering, wood rot, or pest infestations. Our benches use a special UV protection process to prevent fading and sun damage. Combined with a powder-coated metal frame that resists rust and corrosion, you can have peace of mind knowing that these outdoor furniture pieces will maintain a high-quality appearance for years to come.

Why choose recycled plastic benches over traditional wooden benches?

Recycled plastic benches are a lightweight, cost-effective seating solution that requires little maintenance and can often come in a range of colors to match the aesthetic of the space. Additionally, they are an eco-friendly choice, helping to reduce global waste and promote 'green' practices. By contrast, wooden benches can be costly over time as they require regular upkeep. To avoid damage from the elements it is common to sand, stain, or repaint yearly and replace boards that have fallen apart due to wood rot. For these reasons, recycled plastic benches may be a better option for busy commercial venues or parks with limited time and budget.

If you’d like to learn more about how recycled plastic benches can help you create an environmentally-friendly community, feel free to contact the team at Furniture Leisure today.