It's a great question we hear often! Our urban benches are specifically designed to handle the realities of public life, including occasional standing. We understand that people use public furniture in diverse ways, and our engineering reflects that.
The secret lies in a combination of robust materials and intelligent design. We use high-grade, powder-coated steel or reinforced aluminum for the primary frame—the skeleton of the bench. This provides exceptional tensile strength and prevents bending or warping under concentrated weight. For the seating slats, we select thick, kiln-dried hardwood or commercial-grade polymer composites that resist cracking and splitting.
Structurally, we incorporate multiple support legs and cross-bracing beneath the seat. This distributes any point load—like a person standing—across the entire frame, rather than letting one joint bear all the pressure. The fasteners are heavy-duty bolts, not simple screws, secured with locking mechanisms to prevent loosening from vibration or movement.
While our benches are built tough, we always recommend using them as intended—for seating. Standing on any bench can increase wear on the finish and poses a safety risk if the surface is wet or slippery. Our design prioritizes safety and longevity, ensuring the bench remains a reliable and welcoming part of the urban landscape for years, even with vigorous daily use. We build them not just for comfort, but for community resilience.