Multitasking bench

A bench is one of the simplest furnishing elements in a house. It can be used in wide or narrow spaces, and in internal or external areas. Yet, it is not only a rustic object that reminds sensations of mountain places or dining outside. To not get lost among the various proposal available in the market, it’s useful to distinguish the characteristics and the use of the bench that we are looking for. If is meant to be used on an external area, it’s very important that it have been realized using a properly treated resistant wood. Another possibility that must be taken into account is to choose powder coated metals. The addition of cushioning or upholstered parts gives an inviting and comfortable aspect at the bench. It’s important to consider removable covers or sun-resistant and waterproof fabric. When used in internal areas, an upholstered bench with or without the backrest is perfect for living rooms and bedrooms. When used in corridors or passage spaces, a bench can enhance the space, giving them characters.

Certain finishes transform the informal nature of a bench into a sophisticated piece of furniture. For example, cover it in rough flax or leather or to use a metal frame or a lathe finish wood frame completely change the attitude of the bench. If the chosen shapes are more essential, than the bench is suitable for the entrance, and it can be also being easily used as a coffee table. It’s a versatile object: it can be placed under a desk and then, when is needed, be used to host the guests of a dinner with friends, mixing it with chairs around a table. It could also represent an added shelf, a place to leave books and magazines neatly placed. Some benches have also an internal space to store objects and tablecloths. In conclusion, a bench is a slender object that creates an accent in the space in which it is placed, and an object that can be actively used to furnish the house.