Benches are a comfortable seat and storage, all in one
When you think of a bench does the image of an entryway bench or hallway bench come to mind? This style of bench is the most common because it gives you a comfortable place to sit down while putting on or taking off your shoes, but there are many more styles of bench you can add in and around your home. Garden benches, shoe storage benches, and ottoman benches are all great additions for sitting and storage.
Types of benches for the home
The simple wooden bench or wood style bench has been a mainstay in houses for hundreds of years. Although they’re simple, they don’t lack style. You can use these wooden benches as an entryway bench for sitting or as a shoe storage bench to store your shoes, umbrellas, gloves, and hats.
Benches come in different styles and different finishes. You can find benches with leather cushions, all leather benches, and wooden benches with different styles of wood stain to complement your home.
Storage bench
Benches with cubbies and other areas for storage make putting away backpacks and kid’s items easy, or you can choose a hallway bench with additional storage for books and other items.
Decorative bench
While some benches are simple in shape and style, others are designed for style. You can place decorative entryway bench in your hallway and include cushions to make sitting down to put on your shoes more comfortable. When you use this style as an accent bench, adding a throw pillow to accessorize, you can easily achieve your targeted look or room style.
Ottoman bench
Your bedroom or living room can become more comfortable when you have a bench at the base of your bed or the foot of your couch. They offer comfort and storage for extra blankets and pillows.
Outdoor bench
An outdoor bench or garden bench gives you a comfortable place to sit in the garden or backyard while enjoying nature. Outdoor benches are usually wooden benches, and they are similar in style to what you’ll find in a park or at a playground.
How to choose the right bench for you
Choosing your bench is simple when you know exactly where you’d like to put it, so your first step is to decide where you’d like to put the bench. If it’s being used for aesthetic in your living room, you’ll want to make sure it complements your existing décor.
If you plan to use your bench for storage, consider what type of storage you need and the size of the objects you’ll be storing. For example, a hallway bench is great for storing all types of items, but a shoe storage bench may be more in line with what you need if you’re only storing shoes.
Whether you’re choosing an entryway bench, outdoor bench, or simple wooden bench, you can find what you need on Bestbuy.ca. Check out our resources on benches.