Bleacher Buying: All About Aluminum Bleachers
Among the different types of bleachers available, aluminum bleachers stand out for their durability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. Whether you're searching for a budget-friendly solution or a long-term investment, aluminum bleachers offer the perfect balance. Throughout this blog, we’ll explore the many reasons why aluminum bleachers are a popular choice for spectator seating by discussing the costs, benefits, and various options available.
How Much Do Bleachers Cost?
If you're considering buying bleachers or grandstand seating, you may be wondering, "how much do bleachers cost?" The answer depends on a few factors, starting with the number of seats you need.
To calculate the cost of bleachers and grandstand seating, it is best to factor in the number of seats. The price for a set of elevated or non-elevated bleachers is anywhere from $100 to $500 a seat. If you want to install full VIP seats with armrests, the price can be upwards of $1000 a seat for larger stadiums and grandstands.
To get a more accurate estimate for your specific bleacher needs, we encourage you to reach out to one of our experienced sales professionals. They can provide you with detailed information and assist you in understanding the actual cost for your unique bleacher requirements. Whether you're constructing a new stadium or replacing old bleachers, we take pride in being a trusted and industry-leading bleacher manufacturer.
Get in contact today with one of our sales professionals to better understand the actual cost for your bleachers.
What Are the Types of Aluminum Bleachers for Sale?
Aluminum bleachers are available in many different sizes and model options. The type of bleachers you choose will depend on the specific needs of your venue, the kind of events hosted, and the budget available for your seating solution. To give you an idea, we have listed our different options for aluminum bleachers for sale at National Recreation Systems.
Bleacher Models - Our Aluminum Bleachers For Sale
Standard Models
“Standard” suffix STD on the end of our model # refers to the bleacher system having single mill finish 2"x10"aluminum foot plank on rows 2- 3, double mill finish aluminum 2"x10” foot planks and mill finish aluminum 1"x6” riser plank on rows 4 & up, double mill finish aluminum 1"x6” riser plank on top row only. Guardrails are also included on 4 row bleachers, but not required or included on 4 row low rise bleachers. Guardrails are included on all systems with 5 rows of seating or more.
Preferred Models
“Preferred” suffix PRF on the end of our model # refers to the bleacher system having double mill finish aluminum 2"x10” foot plank on all rows and mill finish aluminum 1"x6” riser plank on rows 4 & up double mill finish aluminum 1"x6” riser plank on top row only. Guardrails are also included on 4 row bleachers, but not required or included on 4 row low rise bleachers. Guardrails are included on all systems with 5 rows of seating or more.
Deluxe Models
“Deluxe” suffix DLX on the end of our model # refers to the bleacher system having double mill finish aluminum 2"x10” foot plank on all rows, mill finish aluminum 1"x6” riser plank on all rows double mill finish aluminum 1"x6” riser plank on top row only, and aisle with anodized aluminum handrail. Guardrails are also included on 4-row bleachers, but not required or included on 4-row low rise bleachers. Guardrails are included on all systems with 5 rows of seating or more.
Whether you are building a new stadium or replacing old used bleachers we can help! After all, we are the best in our industry and we are the trusted bleacher manufacturer.
Bleacher Sizes - Our Aluminum Bleachers For Sale
3-Row Bleachers
Our standard 3-row aluminum bleachers for smaller crowds. We’ve designed them to seat at least 15 spectators and up to 54 spectators with our longest set. They can be ordered in 7, 12, 15, 21, 24, 27 feet increments depending on your seating capacity needs. Our 3-row bleachers are manufactured entirely our of aluminum or can be developed with a galvanized steel frame. These bleachers can be designed for ADA accessibility and are perfect for public parks and sports complexes.
5-Row Bleachers
Our standard 5-row bleachers for smaller crowds. We’ve designed them to seat at least 50 spectators and up to 100 spectators with our longest set. They can be ordered in 15, 21, 24, 27, 30 feet increments depending on your seating capacity needs. Our 5-row bleachers are manufactured entirely our of aluminum or can be developed with a galvanized steel frame. This set of Bleachers can be designed for ADA compliance is a larger than our 3-row model but is still perfect for smaller areas. They can be utilized in public sports complexes and parks and are great to use for football, baseball, and soccer games.
8-Row Bleachers
Our standard 8-row bleachers for medium-sized to larger crowds. We’ve designed them to seat at least 80 spectators and up to 160 spectators with our longest set. They can be ordered in 15, 21, 24, 27, 30 feet increments depending on your seating capacity needs. Our 8-row bleachers are manufactured entirely our of aluminum or can be developed with a galvanized steel frame. These bleachers are designed for public parks and sports complexes and are perfect for spectating football, soccer, and baseball games.
10-Row Bleachers
Our standard 10-row bleachers for medium-sized to larger crowds. We’ve designed them to seat at least 100 spectators and up to 200 spectators with our longest set. They can be ordered in 15, 21, 24, 27, 30 feet increments depending on your seating capacity needs. Our 10-row bleachers are manufactured entirely our of aluminum or can be developed with a galvanized steel frame. This is our largest set of bleachers without going into our high capacity bleacher seating. They are perfect for high school, middle school, and elementary school public sports complexes.
Buying Used Bleachers
Bleachers, especially galvanized steel and aluminum, can last an extremely long time. It’s possible to find and purchased a set of used bleachers, but there are some considerations to make. A used set of bleachers might need to be updated to meet current safety code and compliance. It’s also smart to get regular maintenance to make sure your set of bleachers meet safety regulations for your spectators. If you have old sets of bleachers or purchase an old set of bleachers, we offer bleacher renovation services to update your set of bleachers and bring them up to code!
Basic Bleacher Definitions
When buying bleachers, it helps to understand some of the more common phrases. Below is a list of commonly used terms and phrases used in bleacher specifications.
“Single Foot Plank” or “Single Foot Board” is a term used to describe (1) 2"x10” mill finish aluminum foot plank per row to rest your feet on when seated. You’ll normally find single foot planks on smaller sets of bleachers, or Tip ‘N Roll Series. Consumers choose a single footboard to either save weight on transportable bleachers, save money, or space.
“Double Foot Plank” or “Double Foot Board” is a term used to describe (2) 2"x10” mill finish aluminum foot planks per row to rest your feet on when seated. You’ll find double footboards on larger sets of bleachers and especially on permanent grandstands. Consumers choose double footboards to make their bleachers more comfortable, safer, and easier to walk on.
“Riser Plank” is a term used to describe a “mill finish” aluminum plank that is mounted vertically under the seat and behind your feet to close the opening to meet building and safety codes.
“Rise” The vertical measure from the top of a bleacher seat to the top of the bleacher seat in the next row.
“Run” The horizontal measure from the front of a bleacher seat to the front of the bleacher seat in the next row. The run will change if you choose single or double foot planks.