Commercial patio furniture is a must to provide patrons with a plush experience and to plump profits. Get the biggest bang for your buck by buying in bulk for wholesale pricing or purchasing through a trade program. If you want to boost the business at your bar, restaurant, resort pool or hotel then use this commercial patio furniture buying guide to learn how to shop for patio furniture at scale.Â
Al Fresco Dining
If you’re in the market to furnish an eatery, then it’s crucial to find the perfect restaurant patio furniture for your business’s capacity. Plan for pathways in your layout so guests and servers can move with ease. Remember that the outdoors is an extension of the business’s indoor dining room so there should be continuity in the design aesthetic.Â
Cafes and small-footprint eateries might only need some bistro sets. A commercial kitchen and restaurant would need to accommodate large group gatherings, so long rectangle tables and dining chairs would likely be needed to eat up more square footage. If your business is a buffet or trendy bar then choose commercial furniture fit to cater to a crowd. Use a bench as a sidewalk seating area to greet guests at your entrance or as a waiting area near your hostess stand.
Commercial patio furniture is engineered for extra foot traffic and to withstand the weather. Make sure you choose outdoor furniture made of materials that are resistant to spills, stains, wear and tear. If your brand values sustainability and ethical manufacturing, then composite outdoor furniture frames or eco-friendly HPDE would be excellent choices to make a positive impact on the planet with your patio purchases. Add cozy cushions as needed to enhance the dining experience. when people are chatting, connecting, and comfortable, they are likely to order more food and drinks and increase your revenue.
Climate Control
If your business is in a region that experiences seasons or perhaps in a state like California where it can get cooler in the evenings, then patio heaters are must-have items. Floor model patio industrial heaters or Tabletop space heaters work well sprinkled between hotel patio furniture to keep guests warm as they lounge in cooler temps. No rooftop bars or poolside party would be complete without a centerpiece like a propane fire pit or swanky bar-height fire table. The irresistible ambiance will be a favorite gathering spot and a bottom-line booster. Â
Keep the sun from beaming in guests’ eyes or burning their bottoms. Metal table tops and frames can heat up in direct sunlight and quickly become a hazard. Avoid unnecessary injuries with retractable patio umbrellas. Patio umbrellas can be easily positioned to protect patrons from the sun or closed completely for the people that prefer to sunbathe. Choose from a plethora of patterns, colors, and sizes to spruce up outdoor décor.
Multipurpose
Expand your possibilities by making a multipurpose commercial patio. Using transitional outdoor furniture helps to maximize your space and profit potential. A restaurant patio can transform into an event space for wedding parties or corporate conferences. Simply stack restaurant patio furniture like lightweight aluminum chairs or fold bistro tables to stash them away. Transform a hotel pool patio or courtyard into a dance floor for a bat mitzvah, quinceañera, or a sweet sixteen by sliding resin chaise lounges and accent tables to the side. Outdoor furniture that is conveniently compactable allows you to convert your space to accommodate graduations, private parties, or other special occasions. Transitional hotel patio furniture can help your business easily host a variety of events. Reconfigure synthetic wood sectional sofa pieces and add ottomans to change the ambiance or refresh your floor plan. Versatile pieces like console tables can also be suitable storage solutions. Adjust the atmosphere and aesthetic of patios, terraces, and other exterior spaces with multipurpose commercial patio furniture, and watch your business grow.Â
Maintenance
Make the most of your investment and lengthen the lifespan of your commercial patio furniture with a daily or seasonal breakdown routine. Have housekeeping staff clean commercial patio furniture regularly. Most commercial patio furniture can be easily cleaned with mild soap and water or disinfectant sprays, but always follow the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions. Opt for protective furniture covers for the off-season or everyday storage. Properly caring for commercial patio furniture ensures your guests will enjoy your exterior entertainment space and boost your business’s bottom line.
Jewell is a regular contributing author to Patio Productions. Based on the East Coast, Jewell has worn many hats: she worked over a decade as a designer and consultant in the fashion industry, was a freelance writer, and now owns and operates a holistic wellness studio with a focus on yoga practice, meditation, movement therapy, and self-care. She is passionate about Nature, outdoor living, health and wellness, and all-things product design. She extends these passions to the outdoor furniture industry here at Patio Productions.
