Best Benches and Stools Reviews

Benches, for the longest time, were outdoor furniture placed in parks and other public areas. They are practical because it can seat multiple people. Over the years, furniture designs have evolved. Benches have also become parts of the home. 

The most common use of the benches is one placed at the edge of the bed. It is a practical use of the bedroom bench because it is where you can tie your shoes in the morning and untie then as soon as you get home. Over the years, benches have become common furniture in other parts of the house. While most people enjoy couches in the living room, some chose the classic look of the bench. For those who do prefer couches in the living room, benches are placed in various parts of the house like the kitchen or some corners. They are also prominent on patios. 

Single-seat benches are known as stools. While they may be considered impractical as it can only seat one person, it is actually quite useful when you want extra seats because they are very easy to move around. A lot of them are also easy to keep. But there are just some designs when stools are very practical. High stools, for example, are perfect for bars, whether it is a home bar or a commercial bar. 

Stools are great at balancing spaces. If you want an extra dining table, stools are the best complementary furniture. Or you can place stools at odd spaces of the house, and when you want extra seats on your large dining table during dinner parties, then you can use those stools. Some stools also double as a small coffee table or side table. You can even use them in the bathrooms where you can put stuff on them. They are so small anyway so they hardly take up any space. 

So what kinds of benches and stools should you look for? Look for something that goes beyond aesthetics. A bench or a stool should be both beautiful and functional. Some benches and stools look good but they are uncomfortable to sit on. 

Here are some of the best benches and stools you ought to consider for your home

⭐ Serena & Lily Costa X-Base Stool

This is a great piece for small spaces. As the name implies, the stool has an X-base. The top is intricately done made from water hyacinth. The fabric is hand-braided in chunks. The design is based on French furniture from the 1940s. In the 1940s, French furniture always had a handmade component, which elevates its look. It becomes more sophisticated that way.

The top has a dimension of 22.5 by 17.5 inches. It is 18 inches high and could hold up to 300 lbs. Furniture care is simple as you only need to wipe the stool with a dry cloth. A soft cloth will be better for the stool to prevent loose fabrics.

Since the item is small, you can have it delivered to your home via FedEx Ground in three to 10 days. Rush delivery is also an option.

Pros:

• Perfect for small spaces
• Easy to store and easy to take out when additional seats are needed
• Aesthetically flexible—can be used in modern homes and classic homes
• Easy to clean
• Can accommodate 300 lbs. of weight

Cons:

• Quite pricey if you want to buy a whole set
• Stray thread could happen if you don’t take care of the stool
• May not be heavy enough to withstand heavy winds if used outdoors

Where to buy:

• Serena & Lily

⭐ Serena & Lily Dorset Bench with Nailheads

This looks absolutely like the perfect bedroom bench. It is something you can put at the end of your bed and it has an extra space under it where you can put storage boxes with various items. This chair started as a stool. The design was just classically pure that the brand expanded it and turned it into a bench. While it perfectly complements a bed, it also works as a standalone bench for the living room or wherever larger room you prefer. If you have a walk-in closet, this is an asset because you can sit on it while you try on clothes and shoes.

Another great thing about this bench is that it is customizable. You can truly make this bench your own. The frame is made of kiln-dried hardwood, which is a durable material. Seat padding is soy-based foam.

The legs of the bench are about 16 inches high giving the bench an actual height of 19 inches including the padding. The dimension of the seat is 18 by 54 inches.

Pros:

• Extremely comfortable
• A proven popular stool designed expanded into a bench
• Made from durable materials
• Customizable
• Its simplicity allows it to blend in with whatever home theme

Cons:

• Not ideal for outdoors
• Too large for small spaces
• Too large for FedEx Ground delivery so it will be delivered via White Glove Delivery which will take a maximum of two months

Where to buy:

• Serena & Lily

⭐ Serena & Lily Dip-dyed Stools

Every home should have a simple wooden stool because it is a versatile piece of furniture. It could be the humble stool in the corner of a room or a number or it could be your bar stool. This kind of stool doubles as a small coffee or side table. Because of its polished wood finish, it can work well with a modern design or a classic design.

The wooden stool is also known as the home’s favorite little sidekick. In terms of utility, this is definitely furniture you could use in various ways. You can use this stool in any part of the house. It can hold your towels in the bathroom and it can be your side table in the bedroom. It can hold fruits and vegetables in the kitchen and hold decorative stuff in the living room.

Aesthetically, this is more elevated than other stools because the legs are dipped in either white or navy hue for a pop of color.

Pros:

• Very affordable
• Made of teak wood, which means it is durable
• Easy to clean
• Versatile use

Cons:

• Natural imperfections will eventually appear
• Can only hold up to 222 lbs., which doesn’t make it an ideal step stool
• Should not have direct contact with water or it could destroy its aesthetic

Where to buy:

• Serena & Lily