Kitchen Benches are a great way to add flexibility into your house. They are great for big families who need a few extra seats. They also come to your rescue during the holidays when you are hosting dinner for extended family and friends. The extra seats that they provide plus the style are well worth the effort of finding one that suits your home.
It can be a pain to match your existing furniture sometimes. It may take a bit of browsing but you can be sure to find one that fits into your decor. If you have no luck whatsoever in finding one that matches, you should consider purchasing a non stained bench. You will be able to stain it or paint it the way that best fits you. You don't have to have matching wood. If you pair up your oak bench with a cherry wood table, the different grain patterns will look good. Maple and alder have less emphasized grains for those who are picky about it.
Functional and elegant
Microfiber and Wood Bench - Cherry - I bought this bench for my entryway, and I'm really happy with the purchase. I can fit 4 pairs of shoes/boots underneath it. It's comfortable to sit on, and feels sturdy. I also didn't find it too difficult to put together. I'm very happy with my purchase, and I'm glad that I decided to get this bench (together with two microfiber ottomans) instead of a shoe rack. The color of the wood is very pretty. It is not as dark as it appears in the picture, but it isn't light either.
Farmhouse bench
Farmhouse Dining Bench - Very pleased with product. I had been looking for a bench that matched a dining room set purchased almost 20 years ago. THird party interaction was seamless. Assembly of item was easy, just an allen wrench, and construction is very sturdy.
Good value solid built
Farmhouse Dining Bench - I bought 4 of the benches. They were sturdier than I thought and were a breeze to put together. I spent more time throwing away the packing materials than actually screwing the legs on. They are level and made of a heavy material so they don't tip over easily. I can push them under the kitchen table instead of having regular chair backs cluttering up the room. Plus you can squeeze an extra person in at the table without having to push chairs about. Good value for the money.