Product code: ESC-SOCRATES
A backless concrete bench of pure geometry, made in three lengths and available with LED lighting.
Sócrates is a cast-stone prism of pure geometry, made for a brief rest – much like sitting on a stone by the path or on a doorstep. A recessed plinth gives it a floating appearance, and the bench becomes a landmark that organises the space around it. All models can be fitted with an LED lighting kit.
| Material | concrete |
| Surface and finish | etched or polished surface with waterproofing; colours from the standard Escofet colour chart; LED versions include a kit with driver and a polished concrete access cover |
| Dimensions | 60 × 60 × 45 cm; 240 × 60 × 45 cm; 360 × 60 × 45 cm |
| Weight | from 351 to 2230 kg depending on the model |
| Installation | free-standing on the paving; two anchoring points prevent displacement, can be fixed with screws |
| Designer | Jordi Garcès and Enric Sòria (1990) |
| Manufacturer | Escofet (Barcelona, Spain) |
Squares, school and university courtyards, shopping centre approaches and pedestrian areas that need a place for a short rest which also structures the space.
The LED versions outline the bench after dark and improve safety. The longer models are very heavy and are placed with lifting equipment, so plan the location in advance.
For seating areas, parks and courtyards, benches with a backrest are a better fit – they are more comfortable for longer stays. In transit areas, at bus stops and near schools, backless benches are usually enough; they take up less space and can be sat on from both sides. For longer sitting, models with armrests or a higher backrest are more comfortable for older people.
Concrete benches are heavy and stable, suitable for squares and busy places. Steel benches with a galvanised and painted frame are lighter, so they are fixed to the base. Wooden slats on the seat are warmer and more pleasant than metal or concrete.
Heavy concrete benches usually stand stably without anchors. In public places it is recommended to fix steel benches to the base so that they are not moved around or carried off – anchors are included for some models. When placing on sand or gravel, small concrete footings are first poured under the legs.
Seats use impregnated and painted black alder, spruce, pine or other softwood, as well as weather-resistant acacia. For some models, composite can be chosen instead of wood. Clean the wood regularly, and when the coating wears, renew it with protective paint or oil.
The frames of steel benches are powder-coated, in most cases in the RAL palette. For concrete benches you can choose stone chips in different shades, and the wood is painted or oiled. Check the available options when ordering.
Yes. Modular benches allow you to create a seating line of the desired length or shape, and curved segments a circular seating area around a tree or flower bed. There are also benches with an integrated bike rack, which suit school or office entrances.
Yes, it is worth choosing a table together with benches from the same series – the surroundings then look coherent and the dimensions match each other. Like benches, outdoor tables must be sturdy, moisture-resistant and easy to maintain. You can also choose a waste bin from the same line for the seating area.
Yes, we deliver and install throughout Lithuania – contact us on +370 652 32015, info@viskasmiestui.lt. Heavy concrete benches are delivered and positioned with lifting equipment.
