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Benches at Adore the Decor
A bench adds seating without taking up the space of a chair. This collection includes upholstered benches in faux leather, linen, cotton blends, velvet and boucle, storage benches with flip tops, shelves or drawers, tufted styles, live edge and solid wood dining benches, and small entryway stools. Colors range from cream and gray to saddle brown, black and blue.
A storage bench at the foot of the bed keeps extra blankets close. For related pieces, see ottomans, dining chairs and coat racks.
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How to choose the right bench
Where the bench goes decides its size, height and material.
- Foot of the bed: choose a bench about two-thirds to three-quarters the width of the bed, with a height close to the top of the mattress or just below it.
- Entryway: a storage bench with a flip top or shelves holds shoes and bags. Keep the depth shallow enough to leave a clear path.
- Dining table: a dining bench should sit about 10 to 12 inches below the tabletop and be short enough to tuck under between the legs.
- Living room: a backless upholstered bench works under a window or opposite a sofa where a chair would block the view.
Faux leather wipes clean and suits entries and dining rooms. Linen, cotton blends and boucle feel softer in bedrooms but benefit from a fabric protector and regular vacuuming. Tufted tops add detail; flat tops are easier to sit on and stack items on. For more on entries, read entryway ideas or browse bedroom furniture.
A bench adds seating without taking up the space of a chair. This collection includes upholstered benches in faux leather, linen, cotton blends, velvet and boucle, storage benches with flip tops, shelves or drawers, tufted styles, live edge and solid wood dining benches, and small entryway stools. Colors range from cream and gray to saddle brown, black and blue.
A storage bench at the foot of the bed keeps extra blankets close. For related pieces, see ottomans, dining chairs and coat racks.
