concrete benches Two friends on a concrete bench. Concrete benches are super durable and nearly impossible to steal. They stay where they are placed

When people think of concrete benches, they probably conjure up an image of a rectangular cement slab sitting on two concrete blocks.

That's not necessarily the case.

Concrete benches actually come in an incredible array of styles and designs. They are also manufactured in a variety of configurations - some that use recycled plastic bench slats or others that might use treated lumber like a traditional bench.

In essence, concrete benches don't have to be boring.

Stone benches were used for centuries. Concrete benches resemble stone benches. Here's one famous example.

But remember, they are resilient. And nearly impossible to remove. Concrete benches are ideal for landscapes where the weather is harsh or vandals tend to hangout and either steal or damage your benches.

Variety of concrete benches

Here are some of the many concrete bench options to consider:

concrete bench with back Concrete benches with back

Concrete benches with backs - these benches actually have a comfortable feel to them with a full back panel and armrests. That large back panel is also the perfect place for a memorial plaque or logo.

 

 

 

concrete benches with concrete planks Concrete benches with concrete plank

Concrete benches with concrete planks - this is a product which can have the look of a traditional wooden bench, but has the durability of concrete. The base is solid concrete and the planks are reinforced with steel so they don't bend or break. A bench like this is perfect for coastal areas where conditions are harsh and also in areas where there is no supervision and a standard wood bench can be easily damaged. These benches also have color options for the base and slats.

 

 

concrete benches with metal thermoplastic coating Concrete benches with metal thermoplastic coatin

Concrete benches with thermoplastic seats and backs - this is a great combination for a bench. You have the sturdy support of cement legs with a durable and attractive metal, thermoplastic-coated seat and back. Thermoplastic is a powerful coating that repels rain, UV rains and graffiti. In addition, with an expanded or perforated steel bench, liquids and water cannot pool and fall right through. The beauty of a thermoplastic coating is that it comes in a large variety of standard colors or even custom colors if desired.

 

 

concrete benches with recycled plastic planks Concrete benches with recycled plastic plank

Concrete benches with recycled plastic planks - here's an eco-friendly combination - concrete is a plentiful resource (certainly more than wood) and when you add planks made from recycled plastic, then you have an environmentally-friendly bench that will last for years.

 

 

 

concrete benches with wooden planks Concrete benches with traditional wooden plank

Concrete benches with treated lumber - wood has always been the traditional material for park benches. This organic substance has always been a perfect fit with the surrounding trees and grass. But wooden benches are subject to wear, vandalism and theft. Combine concrete bench legs and a frame with wooden bench slats and you have a bench that is here to stay.

 

 

concrete curved benches Concrete curved benche

Curved benches - one of the other great attributes of concrete is that it can easily be molded into different shapes. So for certain landscapes, a curved bench is best to conform to the landscape without jutting out and impeding passageways.

In addition, concrete benches can be put in molds with uplifted ends to create pagoda style benches or smooth downward curves at the ends for a modernistic appearance. You can also be creative and create spherical shaped legs for the base.

 

Here's another misconception about cement benches. The finish does not have to be dull like the color of a concrete sidewalk.

With today's technology, there are a myriad of finishes to choose from that provide a sparkle to any bench.

For example, add a touch of recycled glass embedded in the concrete. Some of the exciting color options include amber, charcoal, champagne, emerald and blue ground glass.

The concrete can also be mixed with colors, mostly natural tones such as cream, gray, buff, sand brown or brick red.

There are options to add an exposed aggregate finish which has a chunky glass appearance or a weatherstone type finish which has fewer specs of glass.

Concrete may be old-fashioned but it is still the most prevalent building material on the planet. That's because it is inexpensive yet incredibly strong. In addition, for almost all concrete benches a forklift is required for installation.

Place it and forget it. That's a great feeling for any park and facility manager.

Note: The Park and Facilities Catalog has an extensive selection of different high-grade concrete benches for sale. Call a knowledgeable representative to help you select the right bench for your location.

We also have some concrete benches in stock, that can be shipped in just 3 days from our warehouse.