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Bold Big Game Bench - Black, Steel by SmallableBold Big Game Bench - Black, Steel by Smallable, alternate view

Smallable

Bold Big Game Bench - Black, Steel

£621

Extendable Shoe Storage Cabinet with Bench - Black, Rubberwood by Homary

Homary

Extendable Shoe Storage Cabinet with Bench - Black, Rubberwood

£559.99

Fluted Entryway Shoe Storage Cabinet Extendable - Black, Rubberwood by Homary

Homary

Fluted Entryway Shoe Storage Cabinet Extendable - Black, Rubberwood

£569.99

Mongolian Bench - Mongolian Lamb by Jonathan Adler
55% off

Jonathan Adler

Mongolian Bench - Mongolian Lamb

£797.99 £1,795

Marx Corner Bench (Right) - Grey by Sterling HomeMarx Corner Bench (Right) - Grey by Sterling Home, alternate view
24% off

Sterling Home

Marx Corner Bench (Right) - Grey

£899.99 £1,199

Open Shoe Storage Bench with 7 Hook Rack - Charcoal, Oak by The Cotswold CompanyOpen Shoe Storage Bench with 7 Hook Rack - Charcoal, Oak by The Cotswold Company, alternate view

The Cotswold Company

Open Shoe Storage Bench with 7 Hook Rack - Charcoal, Oak

£524

Oblique Bench - Black Stained Ash by Ferm Living

Ferm Living

Oblique Bench - Black Stained Ash

£655

Bevel Bench - Black, Oiled Beech by Ferm LivingBevel Bench - Black, Oiled Beech by Ferm Living, alternate view

Ferm Living

Bevel Bench - Black, Oiled Beech

£655

Elkurud 2-Seater Bench with Oak Legs - Black, Fabric by Furniture in FashionElkurud 2-Seater Bench with Oak Legs - Black, Fabric by Furniture in Fashion, alternate view
33% off

Furniture in Fashion

Elkurud 2-Seater Bench with Oak Legs - Black, Fabric

£849.95 £1,274.95

Raumgestalt bench from oak slats - Oak stained black / 100cm Benches Holloways of Ludlow by Holloways of Ludlow

Holloways of Ludlow

Raumgestalt bench from oak slats - Oak stained black / 100cm Benches Holloways of Ludlow

£795

Cutter Bench - Black Oak by Holloways of LudlowCutter Bench - Black Oak by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

Cutter Bench - Black Oak

£979

Small Bench with Woven Seat - Black, Beech by Holloways of LudlowSmall Bench with Woven Seat - Black, Beech by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

Small Bench with Woven Seat - Black, Beech

£609

TK4 Bench with Webbing - Black, Lacquered Ash by Holloways of LudlowTK4 Bench with Webbing - Black, Lacquered Ash by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

TK4 Bench with Webbing - Black, Lacquered Ash

£665

Medium Bench with Laminate Top - Black, Beech by Holloways of LudlowMedium Bench with Laminate Top - Black, Beech by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

Medium Bench with Laminate Top - Black, Beech

£559

105cm Dining Bench with Webbing - Black, Ash by Holloways of Ludlow105cm Dining Bench with Webbing - Black, Ash by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

105cm Dining Bench with Webbing - Black, Ash

£665

Small Bench with Handle - Black, Steel & Wood by Holloways of LudlowSmall Bench with Handle - Black, Steel & Wood by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

Small Bench with Handle - Black, Steel & Wood

£850

J52D Dining Bench - Black Wood by Holloways of LudlowJ52D Dining Bench - Black Wood by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

J52D Dining Bench - Black Wood

£849

Bench with Wicker Seat - Black Oak, Solid Wood by Holloways of LudlowBench with Wicker Seat - Black Oak, Solid Wood by Holloways of Ludlow, alternate view

Holloways of Ludlow

Bench with Wicker Seat - Black Oak, Solid Wood

£849

120cm Bench with Webbing - Black by Heal's

Heal's

120cm Bench with Webbing - Black

£605

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Frequently Asked Questions

Beneath a window, along the back of a sofa that floats in the room, in place of a coffee table in a narrow space, or opposite the sofa as backless seating that keeps sightlines open. A bench also makes a natural landing spot in a hallway for removing shoes. Its low, linear shape fills awkward stretches of wall that a chair or table would not.

A seat height of around 45 cm suits most uses. Beneath a window, aim for about two-thirds of the window's width; at the foot of a bed, choose one 15–30 cm narrower than the bed so it does not overhang. Depth matters as much as length: 35–45 cm is comfortable to sit on, while slimmer hallway benches of 30 cm keep walkways clear.

Upholstered benches invite lingering and soften a room's hard surfaces, making them better for living rooms and bedrooms. Wood and metal benches are easier to keep clean and better suited to hallways, boot rooms and dining tables, where they take bags, shoes and spills. If the bench will be sat on daily, a padded seat or a loose cushion makes a real difference.

Yes, and it seats more people in less space than chairs. A bench should be about 30 cm shorter than the table so it tucks under neatly and clears the legs. Backless benches suit children and casual meals but can be tiring for long dinners, so many people pair one bench with chairs on the other side for comfort and visual balance.

In hallways and small homes, yes. A lift-up seat or cubbies underneath keep shoes, bags and dog leads out of sight while giving you somewhere to sit. Check the lid has a stay or soft-close hinge, and that open cubbies are deep enough for adult shoes, typically 30 cm or more. Upholstered tops are more comfortable but show dirt sooner in a busy entrance.

Keep it simple so the bench still invites sitting: one or two cushions at one end, a folded throw, or a neat stack of books. Beneath a window, a long seat cushion turns it into a reading spot. In a hallway, a basket underneath and a mirror or hooks above make it work as a practical drop zone without looking cluttered.