What to consider when choosing a garden bench?

After a long walk or doing garden work, a garden bench provides an opportunity to sit down and relax, and they are also useful for garden parties and gatherings. What should you consider before buying a garden bench? Read on and find out!

Size

Garden benches are specified by their depth, width, and height in centimeters. The depth of almost all benches is practically the same (+/- 60 cm), but the width varies significantly. Wider garden benches allow more people to sit comfortably (on average, each person should have about 50 cm of wide bench space). The height of the bench determines whether it will be convenient to use it with a specific table. And the higher the bench, the easier it will be for older people to sit down (and get up from the bench).

Material

Garden benches are made of wood, metal, or plastic. Each of these materials has its advantages:

• Wood - wooden garden benches are the most common solution, and for a good reason - they look very elegant and fit in almost any garden. However, it is important to take care of wooden furniture, especially if it is outdoors. To better preserve wooden benches, it is recommended to lightly sand and treat them with oil once a year, and during the winter months - keep them indoors or under a roof;
• Metal - metal benches usually stand out with luxurious ornaments and are very stable in windy weather due to their relatively heavy weight;
• Plastic - the main advantage of these benches is their high resistance to adverse weather conditions and easy maintenance. Plastic garden benches also have a lighter weight, making them easier to move.

Regardless of the material you choose for your bench, it is important to take care of it accordingly - each material needs to be cleaned and maintained differently. For example, use a cleaning agent specifically designed for plastic benches, and as mentioned before, it is recommended to sand and oil wooden benches once a year.

Backrest

Garden benches are available with or without a backrest. If the bench will be placed against a house or cottage wall, a bench without a backrest will be suitable, but in other cases, a bench with a backrest will be much more comfortable.

Storage Box

Why not take the opportunity to combine two garden furniture pieces (a bench and a storage box) into one? Garden benches with storage boxes are designed so that there is a box under the seating area where you can store necessary items (covers, blankets, cushions, tools, or anything else). Before purchasing such a bench, make sure that the size of the storage box is large enough to accommodate the necessary items.

Color and Design

When buying a garden bench, you definitely want it to look stylish and fit in your garden. If the bench is intended to be placed on a terrace or next to a house/cottage, choose a similar color and design. Apply the same principle if you plan to place the bench next to a table.

Garden benches can be found in many gardens, and for a good reason - they allow you to relax after doing garden work, are useful for family meals or parties at the garden table, and they simply look elegant. If you are also looking for a garden bench, buy it from PROF.LV - we are the largest building materials store in Latvia, and if needed, we will deliver the bench right to your doorstep!

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