Hey there! Great question — and it’s one that comes up a lot when people want something truly unique for their space.
If you're opting for a non-standard paint finish on your outdoor benches, the lead time typically ranges from 4 to 8 weeks, depending on a few key factors. Let me break that down for you in a friendly, realistic way.
First, "non-standard" means the paint color isn’t one of our pre-mixed stock options. That’s awesome for standing out, but it does add some extra steps. Here’s what can affect the timeline:
1. Color Matching & Approval (1–2 weeks): We’ll need to mix a custom batch to match your specific swatch, Pantone code, or material sample. This involves sending you a physical color chip or a painted sample to confirm. The back-and-forth can take a little time, especially if you want adjustments.
2. Material & Coating Type (depends on the finish): If you’ve chosen a special texture (like a matte, textured, or metallic outdoor-grade powder coat) versus a standard gloss, the prep and curing process can take longer. For example, a two-stage epoxy or UV-resistant coating might require an extra 5–7 days for proper curing to ensure it holds up against rain, sun, and heavy use.
3. Production Queue (2–4 weeks): Once the color is approved, your order goes into our custom paint schedule. Because non-standard colors require cleaning the spray lines and equipment thoroughly to avoid contamination, we usually batch these together. That means if we’re already running a custom run, your benches might slot in sooner — but if we’ve just finished one, the wait could be a bit longer.
4. Shipping Add-On (1–2 weeks, depending on location): After production, benches need time for final inspection, packaging, and loading. If you’re ordering a large quantity, this might also affect the total lead time.
Real-talk advice: If you’re planning a project with a tight deadline, I’d strongly recommend finalizing that custom color at least 6 weeks in advance. Also, consider ordering a pre-stocked color if you need benches in 2–3 weeks — those are ready to go with no extra painting step.
To get a precise timeline for your specific project, just send over the following:
- The color reference (hex code, RAL number, or a physical sample)
- Quantity of benches
- Your preferred finish type (e.g., smooth, wrinkle, sand-texture)
- Delivery zip code
We’ll quickly compute a realistic lead time for you — and trust me, the result is always worth the little extra wait when those custom colors pop under the sun!
Hope that helps — feel free to ask if you want to dive into any part of the process deeper!