Wooden Garden Benches

For many people, the whole point of having a garden is to have garden furniture sets where you can relax alone or enjoy a barbecue with family and friends. Nowadays, no wooden garden furniture set is complete without a bench. Wooden garden benches can enhance a garden and also provide additional seating. They are available in a range of different woods such as cedar, beech, birch, mahogany, oak, and pine, although the most popular options are teak, redwood and wicker.

Teak
Teak garden benches are a great option as teak is the most weather-resistant wood available. It is also a very versatile wood, so it is possible to find benches in a range of elaborate designs. Teak comes in a range of colours that can start as a golden honey or a chocolate caramel before eventually fading to a silvery-grey.

Redwood
Good quality redwood benches are well known for being very strong. They are also very beautiful and come in lovely, warm colours. You can choose your level of comfort from a wide selection of options; for example, some have armrests and slatted backs while others are just a bench with a simple seat cushion.

Wicker
Wicker benches are a less expensive option that will still be functional and look great. Most wicker garden benches are specially treated to help them combat the elements. Although this makes them very strong and durable, it is still best to store them away or cover them during the winter months.