Maki Wooden Bench

Product code: MAKI

A wooden outdoor bench made of slats from sustainably managed forests with a painted metal frame – backless or with an enveloping backrest.

  • Design: MIAS Architects
  • Material: painted sheet metal, solid wood
  • Models: Maki and Maki 2 with backrest
  • Weight: 40 kg / 120 kg
  • Installation: bolts with nylon anchors
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Maki – a wooden bench inspired by a sushi mat

Maki are wooden benches that blend naturally into any setting, creating a sense of cosiness and familiarity. The series stands out for its aesthetic simplicity and timeless look. The name recalls the mat used to roll sushi. The version with a backrest carefully adapts to the shape of the body. The benches are made of wooden slats from sustainably managed forests, arranged to create an enveloping, comfortable geometry. Design – MIAS Architects.

Options

  • Maki – backless bench, 200 × 63 × 45 cm, 40 kg.
  • Maki 2 with backrest – 200 × 152 × 46/96 cm, 120 kg.

Technical data

DesignMIAS Architects, 2024
Frameelectrogalvanised steel with zinc powder primer and powder coating
SeatPEFC™ certified Nordic pine with neutral oil, or FSC® certified bolondo wood with anti-tannin protection and a single coat of oil; A2 stainless steel screws
Dimensions (length × width × height)Maki – 200 × 63 × 45 cm; Maki 2 with backrest – 200 × 152 × 46/96 cm
WeightMaki – 40 kg; Maki 2 with backrest – 120 kg
Installationthe frame has holes; Ø12 mm holes are drilled in the paving and the bench is fixed with Ø10 × 60 bolts and nylon anchors
ManufacturerDurbanis (Spain)

Where it fits

Parks, small parks, squares, and university and office grounds where you want a distinctive wooden bench that still blends naturally with its surroundings.

Tip

The light backless Maki is easy to place in rows or singly, while Maki 2 with a backrest is suited to longer rest. In your enquiry, specify which model and how many units you would like.

Bench with or without a backrest – which to choose?

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, steel or with wood – what's the difference?

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.

Does an outdoor bench need to be fixed?

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.

What wood is used and how should it be cared for?

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.

Can I choose the colour of the bench?

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.

Are there modular and curved benches?

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.

Can an outdoor table be matched with benches?

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.

Do you deliver and install benches?

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.

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