Sustainability isn’t just about what a product is made from. It’s about how long it lasts, how often it needs to be replaced, and how much waste it generates over its lifetime.
One Premier Polysteel plastisol-coated commercial picnic table covers the same 20-years with minimal maintenance and zero replacement. Multiply that across an entire park system or school district and the waste reduction is significant.
A standard powder-coated commercial picnic table typically lasts 5-7 years before corrosion, peeling, and structural fatigue force replacement. Over a 20-year span, that’s 3-4 tables manufactured, shipped, installed, removed, and disposed of per location.
Premier Polysteel’s approach to sustainability is simple: Build commercial outdoor furniture so durable that it stays in service for 20+ years instead of cycling through landfills every 3-5 of requiring replacement every 3-5 years.
LESS REPLACEMENT means LESS WASTE, and LESS COST.
We believe the most sustainable product is the one you don’t have to replace. While the outdoor furniture industry trends toward recycled plastics and composite materials, we’ve taken a different path. Our plastisol-coated steel construction delivers a longer usable lifespan than recycled plastic alternatives, which can warp, fade, and degrade under heavy commercial use.
A product that lasts 20+ years with minimal maintenance creates less total environmental impact than one that needs replacing every 5-7.
Our furniture NEVER needs painting, staining, or chemical treatment to maintain its appearance or structural integrity. No repainting means no chemicals. No paint cans, no solvents, no runoff.
The sealed plastisol surface is easy to clean with just soap and water, eliminating the need for harsh cleaning agents in public spaces.
Our furniture stands the test of time which means less waste and an overall lower impact on the environment.
Our plastisol coating process bonds a durable, UV-stable, antimicrobial layer permanently to the steel — no repainting, no chemical treatments, and no ongoing maintenance chemicals needed after installation.
compared to others in the industry who rely on overseas imports.
that reduces defective units and material waste.
through direct control over materials, waste, and production practices.
Our plastisol coating is independently tested to ASTM standards.
| Property | Spec | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Non-Leaching | ASTM G21-90 |
| Tensile Strength | No less than 1,800 psi | ASTM D412 |
| Elongation | No less than 200% | ASTM D412 |
| Tear Strength | No less than 300 lb/in | ASTM D624 |
| Hardness | 90 ± 5 Durometer, Shore A Instant | ASTM D2240 |
| Flammability | Pass | FMVSS 302 |
Get a quote on furniture that won’t need replacing and see what the total cost of ownership looks like over time.
