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The demands of public spaces can be tough on street furniture, particularly in areas with a high level of foot traffic, or perception of low supervision. Street Furniture Australia has supplied furniture for the public realm for more than 37 years. Our engineering team has tested all kinds of design forms, materials and finishes to maximise durability. If damage does happen, our factory is equipped to quickly supply spare parts for standard products. Here are our top tips for repelling and repairing vandalism to street furniture: 1. Choose tough materials and finishes For battens and frames, the Textura powder coat is an anti-mar, premium textured finish that is also very easy to clean. Repels stickers, graffiti and is more difficult to scratch than regular powder coating. Textura is available in …

Thoughtfully designed and well-built street furniture, with durable materials and a consistent maintenance program, have lasted 30 years – or longer – in the public realm. Here are our top tips for street furniture that stands the test of time. 1. Select a timeless design Go for an aesthetic that will not date easily. Avoid trends that do not prioritise comfort, ergonomics and durability. 2. Select responsible, durable materials In our 35 years of designing, manufacturing and supplying street furniture, we have refined our selection of responsible and durable materials. We use only responsibly-sourced materials that can be recycled in our products and packaging. Durable materials retain their strength and integrity – they do not bow, sag, rust, stain or leach over time. Our selected eco-certified hardwood, aluminium (both anodised …