Case Study: Waconia High School Enhances Cafeteria with Plymold Seating Solutions
March 25, 2025
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Client Profile
Industry: Education – High School
Location: Waconia, MN
The Challenge
Waconia High School, built in 2017, was looking to refresh its cafeteria seating. The original furniture was beginning to show its age, and the school needed a durable, flexible solution that could accommodate high school students while maintaining a polished and organized appearance. Key concerns included finding seating that would maximize space, withstand daily use by students, and allow for easier cleaning.
The Plymold Solution
After evaluating multiple options, Waconia High School selected Plymold for their new cafeteria seating. The decision was based on several factors:
- Cost-effectiveness: Plymold provided high-quality furniture at a reasonable price, allowing the school to purchase more seating than initially planned while staying within budget.
- Flexibility & Durability: The rolling Vista Booths offered both mobility and stability. Staff could easily move them for cleaning while ensuring they remained secure during use.
- Local Manufacturing & Availability: Being located near Waconia, Plymold allowed school staff to tour the production plant, see the materials firsthand, and take samples back to the school before deciding.
- One-Stop Shopping: The ability to purchase both booths and tables from a single vendor simplified the procurement and installation process, ensuring a smooth transition.
Results
The new seating has transformed the cafeteria environment. Key improvements include:
- Increased Seating Capacity: The double booths allowed more students to be accommodated in the same space, maximizing the functionality of the cafeteria.
- Enhanced Cleaning Efficiency: The mobility of the Vista Booths has enabled custodial staff to clean underneath more frequently and thoroughly than before.
- Long-Term Reliability: The Dur-A-Edge tabletops, selected for their durability, maintain a sleek appearance and withstand daily wear and tear.
- Improved Aesthetic & Organization: The cafeteria now presents a clean, cohesive, and modern look that aligns with the school’s overall design.
Client Testimonial
Tim Bisek, Building and Grounds Director for Waconia Public Schools, expressed his satisfaction with the experience:
“The whole experience was really good from start to finish. We appreciated Plymold’s honesty—they didn’t just tell us what we wanted to hear. They under-promised and over-delivered. The new furniture looks great, is easy to maintain, and provides more seating than we originally anticipated. We would absolutely work with Plymold again.”
Conclusion
Waconia High School’s investment in Plymold furniture has resulted in a functional, visually appealing, and easy-to-maintain cafeteria space. The combination of rolling Vista Booths and durable Dur-A-Edge tabletops provided a cost-effective, locally sourced, and long-lasting solution tailored to the school’s needs. By choosing Plymold, the school not only met its immediate goals but also ensured a high-quality environment for students and staff for years to come.