Greenhouse Bench Tops
DURA-BENCH Plastic Greenhouse Bench Tops
DURA-BENCH Plastic Greenhouse Bench Top is a smoother and longer lasting growing surface for your plants. Designed to replace traditional wood, wire, and expanded metal bench top, DURA-BENCH panels are made from durable, non-porous polypropylene plastic. The DURA-BENCH Plastic Greenhouse Bench Top eliminates problems like corrosion, rust, and sharp edges typically seen from expanded metal or wire tops. The panels will not crack, rot, or splinter like traditional wood products. In addition, the smooth panel allows trays, flats, and pots to slide across the surface with ease. DURA-BENCH Plastic Greenhouse Bench Top products are available in many different sizes and styles to fit your specific need.
Durability
- Constructed from High Grade Plastic Material
- Extended Lifespan
- Reinforced Stress Points
- Superior Impact & Wear Resistance
Performance
- Attached to Wood or Metal Frames
- Increased Airflow
- Easier Cleaning
- UV Protection
- Cost Effective
- Rot / Rust / Corrosion Proof
- Non-Porous / Moisture Resistant
- Light Weight / Rigid Designs
- No Rough Edges, Splinters
Products
DURA-BENCH ULTRA Four Foot (4′)
The DURA-BENCH ULTRA is 2′ wide by 4′ long panel with connections on all four sides. This flexible design allows for the creation of 1′ – 8′ wide benches. The DURABENCH ULTRA utilizes four nylon clips along the 4′ side allowing the parts to be adjoined. The 2′ side of the panel includes a four tab system that inserts into the opposite end connecting the parts together.*
Model: DBU24X48 B
Size: 24″ X 48″ (60.96 cm x 121.92 cm)
Surface Opening: 1.1″ X 2.1 Rectangular Holes
Weight: 4.5 lbs. (2.04kg) *Mounting Clips Sould Separately
DURA-BENCH Four Foot (4′) – Non-Interlocking, Non-Overlap
The Dura-Bench 4′ design is 2′ wide by 4′ long. All four sides of the DURA-BENCH 4′ sections sit flush against the adjacent panel. This design requires a support every 24″ or 16″. Designed for speed of installation.
Model: DB24X48 (Non-Overlap)
Size: 24.125″ X 48.25″ (61.28 cm x 122.56 cm)
Surface Opening: 1.1″ X 1.1″ (2.79 x 2.79 cm) Square Holes
Weight: 5.93 lbs. (2.69 kg)
DURA-BENCH Original Five Foot (5′) – Non-Interlocking, Non-Overlap
The DURA-BENCH 5′ design is 2′ wide by 5′ long. All four sides of the DURA-BENCH 5′ Bench Top sit flush against the adjacent panel. This design offers the flexibility of a 5′ wide bench where no connection is needed. This design requires a support every 20″. Designed for speed of installation
Model: DB24X60
Size: 24″ X 60.25″ (60.96 cm x 153.04 cm)
Surface Opening: 1.1″ X 1.1″ (2.79 x 2.79 cm) Square Holes
Weight: 7.52 lbs. (3.42 kg)
DURA-BENCH Original Four Foot (4′) – Interlocking, Non-Overlap
The DURA-BENCH Original Non-Overlap is 2′ wide by 4′ long with interlocking tabs along the 4′ side. The Non-Overlap design is primarily used in 4′ wide benches where no connection is needed on the 2′ side of the panel. This design requires a support every 24″ or 16″.
Model: DB24X48 ST (Non-Overlap)
Size: 24.63″ X 48.44″ (62.56 cm x 123.04 cm)
Surface Opening: 1.1″ X 1.1″ (2.79 x 2.79 cm) Square Holes
Weight: 6.27 lbs. (2.84 kg)
DURA-BENCH Original Four Foot (4′) – Interlocking, Overlap
The DURA-BENCH Original Overlap design is 2′ wide by 4′ long panel with connections on all four sides. This design utilizes four interlocking tabs along the 4′ side allowing the parts to be adjoined. The 2′ side uses an overlap connection only requiring one cross support. This design requires a support every 24″ or 16″.
Model: DB24X48 STO (Overlap)
Size: 24″ X 49.5″(60.96 cm x 125.73 cm)
Surface Opening: 1.1″ X 1.1″ (2.79 x 2.79 cm) Square Holes
Weight: 6.52 lbs. (2.96 kg)
Specs
DURA-BENCH Models
| Model | Size (W x L) | Surface Opening | Weight | |||
| in. | cm | in. | cm | lbs. | kg | |
| DBU24X48 B | 24″ x 48″ | 60.96 x 121.92 cm | 1.1″ x 2.1″ | 2.79 x 5.33 cm | 4.5 lbs. | 2.04 kg |
| DB24X48 (Non-Overlap) | 24.125″ x 48.25″ | 61.28 x 122.56 cm | 1.1″ x 1.1″ | 2.79 x 2.79 cm | 5.93 lbs. | 2.69 kg |
| DB24X60 | 24″ x 60.25″ | 60.96 x 153.04 cm | 1.1″ x 1.1″ | 2.79 x 2.79 cm | 7.52 lbs. | 3.42 kg |
| DB24X48 ST (Non-Overlap) | 24.63″ x 48.44″ | 62.56 x 123.04 cm | 1.1″ x 1.1″ | 2.79 x 2.79 cm | 6.27 lbs. | 2.84 kg |
| DB24X48 STO (Overlap) | 24″ x 49.5″ | 60.96 x 125.73 cm | 1.1″ x 1.1″ | 2.79 x 2.79 cm | 6.52 lbs. | 2.96 kg |
Installation
DURA-BENCH Installation
DURA-BENCH OVERLAP ASSEMBLY: WOOD
1.) #10 2″ Stainless Steel Phillips Head Wood Screws
2.) DURA-BENCH Plastic Greenhouse Bench Top
3.) 4′ x 8′ Wooden Greenhouse Table made from 2″ x 6″ Pressure Treated Lumber
DURA-BENCH ASSEMBLY: WOOD
1.) #10 2″ Stainless Steel Phillips Head Wood Screws
2.) DURA-BENCH Plastic Greenhouse Bench Top
3.) 4′ x 8′ Wooden Greenhouse Table made from 2″ x 6″ Pressure Treated Lumber
4.) 3/8″ x 4″ Stainless Steel Hex Head Bolts, Carriage Bolts, 3/8″ Hex Nut, and 3/8″ Washer
6′ X 8′ BENCH OVERLAP DESIGN: METAL
Use Poly Spacers at Front Edge of the Bench Only
DURA-BENCH OVERLAP END: METAL
Use two Poly Spacers per 2′ wide
DURA-BENCH panel to attach the panels firmly to the bench substructure
6′ X 8′ BENCH OVERLAP DESIGN: WOOD
Use Poly Spacers at Front Edge of the Bench Only
DURA-BENCH OVERLAP END: WOOD
Use two Poly Spacers per 2′ wide DURA-BENCH panel to attach the panels firmly to the bench substructure
DURA-BENCH Ultra
Panel: Overhead View
2′ x 4′ Dura-Bench Ultra panel, overhead view
Panel: Perspective View
2′ x 4′ Dura-Bench Ultra panel, perspective view
Assembly Clips
Dura-Bench Ultra assembly clips
- perspective view (front), 2. front view,
- side view, 4. back view, 5. perspective view (back)
Side-By-Side Assembly
End-To-End Assembly
Attaching Clips: Step 1
Side-by side connection with Dura-Bench Ultra assembly clips
Attaching Clips: Step 2
Side-by side connection with Dura-Bench Ultra assembly clips, with clips securely in place.
Mounting to Metal Bench
Metal Substructure
Stainless Steel Tek Screws
Mounting to Wood Bench
Wood Substructure
No. 10 Wood Screws
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FAQs
Q.What size pots can I put on the bench tops?
A. This really depends on the style used and the distance between the supports. Some of our panels, when properly supported, can easily support the weight of the average person.
Q.Can the bench panels be cut?
A. The Dura-Bench Plastics Greenhouse Bench Tops can be cut with any tools that can cut wood.
Q.What screws do I need to use?
A. We recommend a #10 x 2” long screw. Stainless screws are recommended due to the harsh environments seen in many of the applications.
Q.What chemicals can I use the clean the panels?
A. The Dura-Bench panels can be cleaned with any chemical typically used for this application.
Q.Are the bench clips required?
A. We do recommend using the Dura-Bench Ultra clips with the Dura-Bench Ultra in every place that the two clip receivers meet.
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