Great question—yes, many of our urban benches are designed with holes underneath or in their base plates specifically for anchoring to pavement. The exact setup depends on the model you choose, but if you need a secure public-space installation, there are several options.
Surface-mounted urban benches typically use steel base plates with pre-drilled anchoring holes. These holes are located underneath the frame or in the flat metal feet, so anchor bolts can pass through into a concrete pad. Once bolted down, the bench stays stable and is much harder to move or tip. This is the most common style for sidewalks, plazas, transit stops, and parks.
Some heavier cast-iron or steel benches use an in-ground mounting system. Instead of visible base plates, the legs may have holes or pockets underneath for anchor rods or mounting posts. Those posts are set into wet concrete or epoxy-grouted into drilled holes. The underside holes are still the anchor point, but they may not accept standard bolts unless an adapter plate is used.
Freestanding urban benches are also available. These may not include pre-drilled holes underneath by default because they are designed to sit on level ground without fasteners. However, we can add anchor holes or provide an optional anchoring kit for most models. If you plan to install on pavers, asphalt, or concrete, it is best to request the hole pattern before ordering.
For outdoor installations, I always recommend using stainless steel or hot-dip galvanized anchors. Concrete wedge anchors, sleeve anchors, or epoxy-set threaded rods all work well. Make sure the pavement is fully cured, mark the hole positions using the bench base as a template, drill clean holes, and tighten the bolts evenly. If the bench has underside holes but the paving is brittle or decorative, epoxy anchoring is safer because it reduces expansion pressure.
In short, yes—many urban benches do have holes underneath for pavement anchoring, especially surface-mounted models with base plates. If anchoring is a project requirement, tell your supplier early. They can confirm the hole locations, dimensions, and the right hardware for your pavement type.