Feature Furniture prices
Institutional furniture prices rose 5.1% in the year to August 2026 while aluminum rose 27.3%
The producer price index for institutional furniture, which covers restaurant furniture and park benches, was up 5.1% on the year in August 2026.
236.92 Index, Dec 2003=100, August 2026 · 0.0% on the month · +5.1% on the year
Institutional furniture prices reached a record in July 2026 and held in August
Producer Price Index, institutional furniture manufacturing (PCU337127337127), index Dec 2003=100, not seasonally adjusted, monthly since December 2003
Outdoor furniture materials compared: aluminum, steel, HDPE, teak and resin wicker
What manufacturers, ASTM and federal price data say about the five main materials for commercial outdoor furniture, from warranty terms to raw-material prices.
What the ADA Standards require for outdoor dining tables and benches
At least 5 percent of dining seats need a surface 28 to 34 inches high with knee and toe clearance. The bench section applies in specific rooms.
Duties on imported outdoor seating and tables in October 2026
Most outdoor seats and tables carry a free general duty. Section 301 and Section 232 actions decide what an import pays, by country and material.
Flammability rules for outdoor cushions, fabrics and cabanas
The federal upholstered furniture standard covers furniture for indoor use. Fire codes set rules for dormitory decks, health care settings and tents.
How commercial outdoor furniture warranties are written
Contract warranties run shorter than residential ones and split by component: frame, finish, straps, fabric and cushions. Care rules and claim steps decide coverage.
Cleaning and maintaining outdoor furniture, by material
Manufacturers' care instructions for aluminum, steel, HDPE, teak, resin wicker, straps and cushions, and the care rules their commercial warranties depend on.
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| Date | Trend | Category | Title | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data | Institutional furniture prices rose 5.1% in the year to August 2026 while aluminum rose 27.3% Feature | The producer price index for institutional furniture, which covers restaurant furniture and park benches, was up 5.1% on the year in August 2026. |