When assembling a football dugout, much attention is often paid to dimensions, color, and placement. However, the choice of seating is at least as important, because the comfort of players, staff, and substitutes directly influences the experience and image of your facility. Will you opt for a robust wooden bench or luxurious seats? In this blog, we list the possibilities so you can make the best choice.
Benches or seats: what's the difference?
Most football dugouts are equipped with either a bench or individual seats. The difference is not only in appearance but primarily in comfort, maintenance, and price.
- Benches are generally cheaper, easy to install, and suitable for intensive use. They offer sufficient seating for teams that prioritize functionality.
- Dugout seats offer more comfort, a professional look, and often extra options such as backrests, armrests, or even club logos.
The choice therefore depends on the available budget, the desired appearance, and the type of user: amateur club or professional club.
Different types of bench materials
Those who choose a bench for their football dugout usually have a choice of three different materials:
- Spruce wood: the most affordable option. Lightweight and functional, ideal for clubs with a limited budget. Note: requires periodic maintenance.
- Meranti wood: a hardwood with a natural look and high wear resistance. More resistant to weather and vandalism than spruce wood.
- Artificial grass planks: a low-maintenance and sustainable choice, made from recycled artificial grass. Water-resistant, splinter-free, and modern in appearance.
Combining comfort and appearance with dugout seats
Do you want a dugout that matches a professional appearance? Then seats are the best choice. SKOR offers various models:
- Plastic shell seats: the most popular option. Comfortable, weather-resistant and available in any desired RAL color. Optionally with seat numbering or club logo.
- Business seats: luxurious, ergonomic seats with a high backrest and deep seating. Perfect for professional football organizations and clubs that want maximum appeal. Also available in leather or with an embroidered logo.
Comfort versus budget: what suits your situation?
When choosing seating options, it's important to find the right balance between comfort and cost.
- Associations and municipalities often choose benches or plastic seats due to their durability and value for money.
- Professional football organisations (BVOs) or higher-level amateur clubs are more likely to invest in business seats for greater comfort, luxury, and appearance. These stadium dugouts are usually also custom-made.
Additionally, it's good to consider the expected intensity of use, the number of seats, and the available maintenance budget.
Get advice from SKOR
Do you want to buy a football dugout that meets your wishes and appearance? SKOR is happy to help you with tailored advice. Thanks to in-house production, almost anything is possible, from material selection to colour, fastening, and finishing.
Contact us for personal advice or a customized quote. Call us at +31 88 008 1100 or email us at info@skor.nl.
