What's the turnaround time for a custom order of twenty benches and ten planter boxes?

Ah, a question that gets straight to the heart of what we do! Thank you for asking, and I’m delighted to give you a transparent, human answer—because every custom order is a little story, and yours deserves a clear timeline.

First, let’s get the headline number out: For a batch of twenty benches and ten planter boxes, crafted to your unique taste, our standard turnaround is 6 to 8 weeks. This is not a robotic guess; it’s the rhythm we’ve perfected after years of working with clients who value quality over speed—and I’ll show you why.

What happens inside those weeks?

Week 1 and 2 are all about *you*. We finalize your design details—wood species, finish, dimensions, any special carvings or planting compartments. We’ll share a mock-up and ask for your blessing. This is where your vision gets real, and we want to get it right before a single plank is cut.

Week 3 and 4: Material sourcing and cutting. Our wood supplier knows us by name, and we personally select each board. For twenty benches and ten planter boxes, that’s roughly 30 units of joinery—so we need time to let the wood acclimate to our workshop’s climate, ensuring no warping later.

Week 5 and 6: Assembly, sanding, and finishing. Each bench is assembled by hand (no mass-production robots here!), and the planters get a double coat of weatherproof oil. We also do a quality check: sit on every bench, fill every planter with soil to test drainage—yes, really.

Week 7 and 8: Final inspection, packaging, and shipping. We custom-crate each piece so they arrive as pristine as when they left our hands.

But what if you need them sooner?

If your event or project has a crunch deadline, I can offer a *partial rush*. Maybe 12 benches and 6 planters in 4 weeks, with the rest following in 6 weeks. Or we focus on a simpler design that shaves a week off. It’s about communication—tell me what’s driving your deadline, and I’ll find a creative solution that respects your timeline without sacrificing the soul of the work.

A real example from last spring: A local cafe ordered exactly twenty benches and ten planter boxes for their opening. We hit the 7-week mark because they wanted a custom stain color that needed two test batches. They said the wait was worth it—the benches get compliments daily, and the kale grows beautifully in those planters.

So, to give you a straight answer with a human touch: expect 6 to 8 weeks for a full custom run, but let’s have a quick chat about your specific needs. I’ll send you a timeline graphic, and we can lock in date milestones. After all, this isn’t a factory order—it’s a partnership. Ready to bring your outdoor space to life? I’m right here.