What's the lead time for ordering a set of ten benches?

When you ask, “What’s the lead time for ordering a set of ten benches?” I feel like you’re already picturing a perfect row of them—maybe in a park, a hotel courtyard, or along a school hallway. And that’s exactly why this question matters to me as a maker.

The honest answer: typically, a standard set of ten wooden or metal benches takes 4 to 6 weeks from order confirmation to shipping. But let me walk you through what really shapes that timeline, because I want you to know exactly what’s happening behind the scenes.

For a “standard” order—meaning we have the materials in stock, the design is tried-and-true, and you choose a finish we regularly use—I can usually start production within one week. The actual fabrication takes about two to three weeks, depending on whether we’re welding metal frames or finishing teak slats by hand. Then you add one week for quality inspection, packaging, and pickup by the carrier. So yes, four weeks is very realistic.

But if you ask for something custom—different wood species, powder-coated colors that need ordering, engraving, or a non-standard seat angle—that “special” time adds about two more weeks. I need to source the materials, create a sample seat, and get your approval before I cut ten identical pieces. I’ve had some custom orders stretch to eight weeks, but I always keep you updated.

The season also plays a role. If you call during spring, when many projects kick off, my workshop might have a queue. Suddenly that 4-week order becomes 5 or 6. I’ll be honest with you upfront, though—I’d rather tell you “six weeks for sure” than promise four and disappoint.

So, here’s my advice: if you need the benches for a specific date like a grand opening or a wedding, please let me know as soon as you can. Drop me your zip code and preferred style, and I can give you a precise lead time—sometimes even faster if I have a similar order in progress and can piggyback materials.

In short: standard ten benches = 4-6 weeks. Custom ten benches = 6-8 weeks. But I’m here to work with your schedule, not against it. Just ask, and I’ll tell you exactly where I stand.