Why More Businesses Are Choosing Poly Outdoor Furniture
Poly outdoor furniture‘s popularity has been sky-rocketing since the 1990s. Outdoor poly furniture isn’t just popular in the backyards and patios of American homes, poly has caught on with businesses too!
Poly offers a modern and customizable look while adding the qualities of being sustainable, durable, and easy to maintain! These reasons make it a fantastic choice for commercial outdoor seating. Businesses today are more environmentally conscious than ever before. Not only is poly a stylish outdoor seating option, but it’s like a badge of honor that shows your company is taking eco-friendly steps.
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What is Poly Outdoor Furniture Made From?
When we say poly lumber, we are referring to high-density polyethylene (HDPE). It is made from recycled plastic milk jugs and containers and compressed to create a durable wood-like material.
The Benefits of Poly Furniture for Commercial Dining Spaces
Durability and Weather Resistance
We have plenty of resources on our site that cover the durability and weather resistance of poly lumber. The fact that it won’t rot, crack, warp, or become home to hundreds or thousands of little bugs make it an upgrade over wood outdoor furniture. If you seek the appeal of the wooden look, poly lumber can be made to resemble wood too!
Poly resists moisture, mildew, UV rays, and all sorts of extreme weather. You don’t have to re-finish or seal it! Cleaning poly is as easy as water and soap! Businesses also like poly lumber over wood because it lasts up to five times longer. That’s a much better return on investment.
Low Maintenance
A little soap and water is all you need to keep your outdoor poly furniture clean. Read our post on How to Clean Outdoor Poly for an in-depth guide!
Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Appeal
Made from recycled plastic, outdoor poly furniture helps reduce excess landfill waste. Businesses who fancy themselves as sustainable can hang their hats on the fact that they are doing the environment a service by saving some old milk jugs and plastic containers from the dump.
Comfort and Customization
Our poly outdoor furniture is available in a wide selection of vibrant colors to match any restaurant or cafe’s theme. Our top poly manufacturers lead the market in quality construction and reputation. They offer top-quality cushions, armrests, and ergonomic styles.
Cost-Effectiveness Over Time
Quality poly furniture can come with a higher upfront cost, but the minimal maintenance required to keep it looking bright and shiny and the long-term durability make poly a better long-term investment. There’s a reason most of our commercial outdoor poly furniture comes with a five-year commercial warranty.
Why Restaurants and Hotels Are Making the Switch to Poly Outdoor Furniture
Restaurants, hotels, lodges, and even baseball stadiums use outdoor poly for their commercial outdoor dining or seating spaces. Poly is eco-friendly, looks great, and can withstand heavy commercial usage!
Here are just a few examples of notable businesses/entities that have become satisfied customers at DutchCrafters.
- The Detroit Tigers
- The University of Michigan
- Walt Disney World
- CBS
- Duke University
- The Smithsonian
- Sony Pictures
Read about more of our happy B2B customers at DutchCrafters B2B Profiles page.
Choosing the Right Poly Outdoor Furniture for Your Business
If you are looking for more information on how to set up a proper layout for your commercial outdoor furniture or you want to learn more about the different types available, read our Commercial Outdoor Furniture Guide.
Shop our Commercial Outdoor Furniture online or contact one of our trained furniture specialists to get help finding the right poly outdoor furniture for your business!
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Seth Carter has been with DutchCrafters since 2020. Seth has won multiple awards for his work in Amish furniture while with DutchCrafters. He has advised and partnered with more than 150 Amish wood shops on furniture presentation, design, industry trends, product options, and the development of exclusive products. He is originally from Indiana and even lived in Amish country (LaGrange, Indiana) for an extended period of time while working with DutchCrafters. He contributes to the Timber to Table Blog and has written content throughout the DutchCrafters website. Seth has a B.S. in Business Administration from IU-East and has owned Carter Family Insurance, LLC. since 2014.
