Are you waiting for spring to update your garden? A bench is always a good alternative to incorporate, since in addition to an aesthetic function performs a practical function in the garden: they allow us to sit comfortably and hang out. Have we convinced you? Now you just have to choose the most appropriate one for you from the different types of garden benches.
Due to the wide variety of garden benches it can be difficult to make a decision. However, there are several criteria that you should look at that can help you make the decision: style, comfort, and the type of material with which they have been made. And on this last criterion we focus today to discover the advantages and disadvantages of each of the alternatives.
Types of benches for the garden according to the material
The garden bench you choose should have the necessary quality to resist inclement weather with minimal maintenance. And these are precisely the factors that we can influence by choosing one or another material, in the resistance to the elements, the durability and the maintenance required so that it does not lose its original appearance.
Of stone
The stone benches stand out for their great resistance and durability. They hardly need maintenance and it could be said that their appearance improves over time when, thanks to the inclement weather and the vegetation, they acquire a unique charm.
The only disadvantage of these banks is that they are very heavy, so you'll want to make sure you won't need to move it from where you decide to put it. Its cost is also high, although not as much as that which can be derived from its transport and handling. Keep that in mind!
Iron, wrought iron, and aluminum
Iron, steel, aluminum… All of them are common materials in the manufacture of garden benches and, as you can imagine, each of them has advantages and disadvantages. Iron gives gardens a romantic touch, but it is heavier than other metals.
La steel forgingFor its part, it also brings a certain romanticism to the gardens thanks to its filigree, but it is lighter. Its maintenance is also simple, since it is only necessary to wipe it with a damp cloth with soap and paint it when the surface begins to get ugly.
Benches with a steel structure and aluminum slats tend to have more modern and minimalist designs. Visually they are light and perform well outdoors. Steel stands out for its anticorrosive properties and great resistance. Aluminum is not as resistant but offers greater lightness and a better price. Up to you!
Of wood
A wooden bench brings warmth to the garden, however, it must be treated if we want it to remain free from moisture and fungi with minimal maintenance. And as important as its treatment is the choice of the type of wood, I feel the teak wood the one that offers the best results in the long term.
Even choosing a bench made of teak wood or other highly resistant tropical woods, you will need to dedicate a little time each year to its maintenance each spring. Cleaning them well and applying the appropriate oils will help you to protect them from the weather. And it will also cover it properly in winter.
A combination of metal and wood
It is very common to place garden benches in the garden with a metal structure and a seat and back made of wooden slats. So you prevent the legs, in contact with the earth rot over time. And you reduce maintenance. Ultimately, you get the best of both materials.
Resins and PVC
Benches for gardens made of PVC or resin are a less widespread option but very interesting due to their great weather resistance. They are also very light and also cheaper than the previous ones. Ideal in modern and minimalist spaces, they do not look so good, however, in rustic or romantic gardens.
Wedge of these garden benches do you think is the most suitable for yours? Which one would you like to decorate your outdoor space next spring? Get hold of the past winter and remember to have some cushions ready to make spending long periods of time sitting more comfortable.