Hey, thanks for asking. I get this question a lot, and honesty is the best policy, so here it is: it depends on the model and the volume of your order.
For our standard, high-volume park benches—the ones we keep in stock—we source some components from overseas. It’s a practical decision to keep costs competitive for municipalities and large community parks that need to stick to a tight budget. However, I want to be crystal clear: every single bench, regardless of where its raw materials come from, is fully assembled and quality-checked right here in our local facility. We don't ship out a flat-packed box from a foreign country to you. We bring in the parts, we put it together, we inspect every weld and every slat, and then we ship the finished product from our warehouse.
But for premium, custom-designed benches—the ones with unique hardwood, engraved plaques, or specific powder-coat colors—those are 100% locally crafted. We partner with a family-run metal shop just 20 miles from our headquarters. They cut, bend, and weld the frames by hand. The wood is from regional sawmills that practice sustainable forestry. This local approach gives you a higher level of craftsmanship, shorter lead times, and the satisfaction of supporting your neighbors’ livelihoods.
So, in short: we use a hybrid model. Overseas sourcing for cost-effective base materials, but local assembly, quality control, and full-scale local manufacturing for anything custom or premium. If you’re worried about “shipped from overseas” meaning cheap or flimsy—don’t be. We have stringent QA protocols for every single unit that leaves our dock, whether it uses an imported steel beam or a locally milled piece of ipe wood.
What matters most to you: budget, speed, or supporting local artisans? Tell me your priority, and I’ll point you to the exact bench that fits your values.