Bench

A long seat for several persons, with or without a back and often made of wood.

Most types of benches are intended for outdoor use, though there are some which can be used inside the home. Here we look at the many types of benches in circulation today.

Indoor Bench

Indoor benches are often sold in conjunction with dining tables and used as an alternative to dining chairs. They work well for children, especially if you have a large family, because you can fit several small children onto a bench in a space that would only have fitted two full-size dining chairs. These bench types also have options for 3 seats to 4 seats, but the standard bench dimensions are a 2-seat bench with 42 – 52 inches wide, 15 – 20 inches deep, and 30 to 36 inches high (with a backrest).

Indoor benches are generally made from wood and can have a pad fitted to the top for additional comfort. Indoor benches are not just reserved for use in the dining room and also make excellent window seats or additional seating in hallways.

Storage Bench

A storage bench will have four solid sides and a base instead of legs beneath the seat, which provides an ideal space for storing items. The seat will be fitted with hinges that enable it to be lifted up and down to access the items being stored.

Storage benches can be bought for indoor or outdoor use. Indoor storage benches are ideal in children’s bedrooms because they can be used to house toys and other clutter in a space where it can’t be seen, and it also doubles up as a nice place for children to sit and read or do some coloring.