There’s a lot to consider when it’s time to refresh your community centre furniture. Follow our guide to help you decide on the perfect tables and chairs for your needs.
What to look for in furniture for your community centre
Lightweight and versatile
With plenty of local club and community events taking place in your centre, it’s important to ensure that the furniture you chose is both practical and flexible. First and foremost, your chairs need to be comfortable as they are going to get a lot of use and no one wants to spend any length of time sitting on an uncomfortable chair. Chairs with built in cushions are a very popular choice for this type of hall. Whatever you decide on, you are sure to find what you need with our range of stacking chairs.
When choosing the chairs for your hall, you again need to think about what they are to be used for. The weight of the chairs is an important consideration, as your furniture will need to be stored away after each use. Lightweight, foldable tables and stackable chairs are a must too. Think about the size of the groups, the activities they may be taking part in and the different configurations the furniture may need to be set up in - for example, theatre style, cafe style, banquet style, committee meetings, etc.
Round tables are a popular option as they seat more people than rectangular tables and encourage group interaction but depending on your space and use of the hall, rectangular tables may be better, particularly as they can be placed together to create bigger tables. At Trent Furniture we have a range of folding tables which are easy to pack away when needed but also good quality and aesthetically pleasing.
Community Centre Furniture Aesthetics
Whilst practicality is key, the way your furniture looks is important too. You want to choose furniture which is inviting. Consider who will most often be using the community centre hall; are there a lot of children or do you cater to an older crowd? Whether you go for something neutral or opt for a more colourful scheme to brighten up the place, choosing furniture that creates an inviting atmosphere will be appreciated by everyone who hires your hall.
Buy Quality Furniture for Community Centres
With the amount of use your new furniture is likely to get, the quality of it is a crucial factor to consider. As well as looking good for years to come, it needs to be durable, especially if it is going to be moved around often. Purchasing furniture designed for use in a commercial or community centre setting should mean that the pieces are designed for longevity and frequent use and handling.
If you have any questions about furniture for your community centre or want some help to find the right pieces for your space, get in touch and our team will be happy to help.