Free Pickup vs. Delivery: Transporting Your Melbourne Picnic Table
- Melbourne Picnic Tables
- Jan 5
- 3 min read
The Final Hurdle: Getting Your Fully Assembled Table Home
You’ve chosen your size, picked the perfect finish (Black, White, or Merbau Look), and invested in a heavy-duty table built to last a lifetime. The only question left is: How do you get your fully assembled picnic table from our workshop to your backyard or venue?
Because our tables are built using 140mm x 45mm structural timber, they are designed to be extremely heavy and stable, meaning they can’t be flat-packed. This guide breaks down the cost and convenience of your two transport options—free pickup versus professional delivery—helping you choose the best solution for your order size.
Option 1: The Cost-Saving Choice (Free Factory Pickup)
If you are purchasing 1 or 2 tables for residential use, our free pickup option from our Lilydale workshop is often the most cost-effective choice, allowing you to save money on delivery fees.
What You Need for Pickup
Our tables are fully assembled and ready to use, meaning you must have a suitable vehicle for transport.
Vehicle Requirement: A standard trailer or a dual axle trailer, ute tray, or small truck is required. The tables are too wide and heavy to safely fit inside most enclosed vehicles.
Essential Assistance: Our heavy-duty tables are designed to prevent blow-overs and resist theft, but this means they require a minimum of two capable people (or more, depending on your table size) to safely load and unload.
Table Dimensions
To ensure a comfortable fit on your trailer, here are the lengths of our fully assembled tables:
1.8m Table: Length 1800mm x Width 1560mm (Seats 6 people)
2.1m Table: Length 2100mm x Width 1560mm (Seats 8 people)
2.4m Table: Length 2400mm x Width 1560mm (Seats 10 people)
You can easily secure your table to a standard trailer or ute tray for safe transport. Contact us to arrange a pickup time.
Option 2: The Convenience Choice (Professional Delivery)
Professional delivery is available for all quantities (including 1 or 2 tables) and is generally the most convenient option, especially for multiple units or commercial orders.
When to Choose Delivery
Large Orders: Delivery is recommended for commercial clients or any order of 3 or more tables, as handling the bulk weight and size is safer and more efficient for our logistics team.
Time Saving: Delivery saves you the time and effort of driving to Lilydale, coordinating a suitable vehicle, and managing the heavy lifting yourself.
All Inclusive: All tables are delivered fully assembled and ready to be positioned on your deck, patio, or beer garden the moment they arrive.
Cost and Logistics
Our delivery costs for residential orders are calculated at checkout based on your postcode. For commercial quantities, simply contact us directly for a custom quote. Note that due to the heavy structural timber used, we require clear access for delivery. Please ensure you have assistance on hand to move and position your table once it is offloaded!
Final Decision: Maximise Your Savings
The choice between pickup and delivery comes down to your convenience and budget.
If you have a suitable trailer and assistance, free factory pickup for 1-2 tables is the best way to maximise your savings.
If you prefer maximum convenience, professional delivery ensures your fully assembled, heavy-duty table arrives ready for immediate use.
