Picking the Right Commercial Picnic Table

Eating outside makes ordinary meals special, and messy science projects are even more fun under the open sky. Picnic tables are perfect for cookouts, children's playtime or social breaks during the work day. Commercial picnic tables come in a variety of shapes, sizes, materials and seating arrangements, so it is important to learn about each type to find the best fit for the location. Commercial picnic tables come in plastic, wood, aluminum or concrete. Recycled plastic tables are environmentally friendly and will never mold, rot or splinter. These tables will not mildew as untreated wood sometimes will. The table is constructed from lumber that contains 90% recycled plastic materials. The color is embedded in the plastic so the table will not fade over time. Graffiti is not difficult to remove, and the surfaces can be cleaned with soap and water.

Another type of picnic table is made from thermoplastic-coated metal. Graffiti can also be wiped off easily, and the tables come in vibrant, long-lasting colors. The thermoplastic coating over the metal benches and table top make the corners rounded and safer for active children who may run into or fall against the table.

Wood picnic tables are an inexpensive addition to any park or school yard. Wood is a traditional look that can be purchased treated or untreated. Wood tables may be made entirely of lumber, or the table and bench tops can be wood with metal supports. Many wooden picnic tables are moveable so they can be store in the winter or rearranged for special events. Aluminum picnic tables are a sturdy choice because they withstand harsh summer and winter weather. Aluminum tables also hold up against vandalism well, and they are moveable.

Concrete commercial picnic tables have the longest life span of any type of table. They withstand heat and cold well and are sturdy. Once the type of table material is picked out, the size and shape must be determined. If children will be the main users of the tables, consider smaller, child-sized options. In a public setting, picnic tables must often be wheelchair- and handicap-accessible. Tables that are compliant with disability access laws will usually have space at the ends of the table for a wheelchair to be pulled up and not be blocked by support bars.

Find out if the area needs tables for large groups of people or if smaller gatherings with more tables is ideal. Commercial picnic tables are available that can seat just two people or groups of eight or more.

Picnic tables are usually rectangular, square, octagon or round. Rectangular picnic tables tend to have long benches on the two long sides, while square tables can have up to four smaller benches on each side. Some types of bench-style tables have back support. Round and octagonal picnic tables tend to have four curved benches around the tabletop, attached to the main table support. Round tables can accessorized with large umbrellas to provide shade on sunny days. Some of these picnic tables have molded seats instead of benches.

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