5 Ways to Use a Bench at Home
Versatility at its finest.
An indoor bench is your most versatile piece of furniture, but with so many spots around the home to stage it, how do you choose the right place for your bench? Our guide takes you through our top 5 ways to use a bench in your home.
Where to Place an Indoor Bench
1. Pulled up to Your Dining Table
No longer just for casual breakfast nooks and outdoor patios, benches are now the newest addition to your dining table. Indoor benches add a relaxed feel to even the most formal tables, and they provide even more seating than traditional dining chairs. An upholstered bench will give a more luxurious look and feel than a simple wooden model.
Tip: Why opt for one bench when you can have two? Try placing a bench either side of your dining table for a more cohesive look.
2. Sitting at the Foot of Your Bed
A bench situated at the end of your bed can act in the place of a footboard, especially if the bench comes with a back. A storage bench at the end of the bed is the ideal place to keep extra pillows and blankets.
If you're lucky enough to own a walk-in closet, then there's nothing more plush than an upholstered bench sitting in the centre of your space. Velvet makes for the ultimate 'Carrie Bradshaw' moment, so why not add a little Sex and the City to your closet?
Tip: A smaller closet can also benefit from a petite bench or pouf. It's the ideal spot to slip shoes on and off.
4. In Your Hallway
A bench with storage makes for the ideal addition to your hallway. Store everything inside your bench from shoes to bags and umbrellas and help keep your space clutter free and organised. Indoor benches also provide the perfect spot for people to sit when removing and putting on their shoes.
Bathrooms, they just never have enough seating. Change this by adding an indoor bench to yours. Not only are they great for adding in some additional seating for cosmetics and pampering, they're also ideal for stacking up towels. Opt for either an uplholstered bench or go Scandi with one in natural wood.
