Strathwood All-Weather Hardwood Bench

by Strathwood

Product Features

• All-weather, hardwood bench with room for 3 to sit outdoors or in
• Durable, FSC-certified Eucalyptus hardwood with warm mahogany tone
• No oiling needed unless to maintain color; slightly curved seat and back for comfort
• Coordinates with Strathwood's Gibranta, Bradford, and Anderson collections
• Measures 60 inches wide by 26 inches deep by 34 inches high; weighs 37 pounds; easy assembly; all hardware included

Product Details

Assembly Instructions [PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 43 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000G0KAG8
• Item model number: BK087/15/A
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (105 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,994 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #5 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Patio Furniture > Benches

Product Description

Size: 3-Seater

Amazon.com Product Description

Featuring a slightly curved seat and back, this Strathwood bench makes a comfortable and handsome addition to any porch, patio, deck, or yard, as well as any indoor living space. The open, slatted design is both attractive and functional. The ribs are far enough apart to allow rain water to fall through and dry out and close enough together to provide an even seating surface. The 3-seater bench coordinates with other hardwood pieces in the Gibranta, Anderson, and Bradford collections. Overall, it measures 60 inches wide by 26 inches deep by 34 inches high and weighs 37 pounds. Some easy assembly is required on arrival, and all the hardware comes included.

Crafted from durable, Earthy-friendly eucalyptus hardwood, this furniture is intended for outdoor use in all weather. A beautiful hardwood comparable to teak and with excellent weather-resistant properties, eucalyptus is dense and naturally resistant to rot and insect infestation. Certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), there is no doubt about the responsible production and consumption of this wood. The rapid growth of eucalyptus trees makes them more readily available and more easily affordable. In addition, furniture constructed of eucalyptus is light enough to move easily and requires no oiling unless to maintain a desired look.

Left untreated, eucalyptus will weather when exposed to the elements, turning a soft shade of silver/gray similar to the weathering of teak. In addition, when untreated, natural splitting or cracks will appear, but this will not affect the durability of the furniture. To guard against this weathering process and to maintain a desired look, apply coats of a hardwood oil. The frequency of necessary oil applications depends on the intensity of the outdoor elements. The furniture has already been oiled prior to packing, and it is recommended that an oil treatment be repeated at least once a year. Giving the furniture an extra treatment before exposing to rain will prolong the “new” look and ensure a longer life.

After eucalyptus furniture has weathered, it can be restored if desired by sanding down the surface, cleaning it, and then applying oil to prevent more weathering. To clean it, mix one tablespoon of bleach, five tablespoons of a gentle dishwashing liquid, and a gallon of water, and gently scrub the mixture on the surface of the wood with a soft bristle brush. Rinse the solution from the furniture, and allow it to dry completely in the sun. Developed for use in high humidity, the furniture is best not stored in centrally heated areas, as that could lead to excessive drying out of the wood.

Wood that becomes saturated with water and left over an extended period without drying out is more likely to warp and rot. The bases of furniture legs are probably the most vulnerable when it comes to water damage. If wood furniture is kept in the grass, at the poolside, or on a surface that collects rain water, the legs can become saturated. Covering the bottoms of each leg with rubberized material or small sections of cedar fencing material will help protect furniture from rotting from the bottom up.

Strathwood furniture has quality, ease of use, and casual elegance at its core. Each piece is rigorously tested for durability, and assembly instructions have been standardized for simplicity from start to finish. Strathwood furniture is sleekly designed, handsomely finished, and built to last. This classic style and reliable craftsmanship will weather ever-changing trends and regular use for years to come.

Product Description

Beautifully designed with ample depth and comfortable back, the Strathwood Three Seater Bench is as pleasing to the eye as it is comfortable. Elegantly simple yet sturdily constructed.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

56 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!, December 25, 2006

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Texas Beth (Houston) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Strathwood Basics All-Weather Hardwood 3-Seater Bench (Lawn & Patio)

I was a bit wary of ordering this without a photo -- but I'm so glad I went ahead and took the plunge! It's similar in design to the other Strathmore wood benches on Amazon -- horizontal slats across the back and seat, with wood arms and legs. Assembly was simple and the delivery was fast. We plan on giving the bench a coat of water sealer before sitting it outside in order to protect the color (which is a very pretty brownish/red). The bench is comfortable without a cushion, though you certainly could add one if you wanted. It's a "true" three-seater bench -- even if the three "seats" are big ones, however, I'd be hesitant to put three really large people on it as there is no center support brace on the bottom (I'd put the lightest person in the middle). All in all, this seems to be a great bench and the price is fantastic, especially considering that the shipping is free (or was when I got it). Not having to pick it up at a store and struggle to get it in and out of a car was wonderful.

61 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Cheap, July 22, 2008

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skategirl (Western WI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Strathwood Basics All-Weather Hardwood 3-Seater Bench (Lawn & Patio)

After pricing out a number of benches and reading the reviews, I decided on this one. I see the price is higher now, but I bought it for about $100. The pros: This bench looks just like the picture, it's very attractive looking, sturdy, and of course - inexpensive.

However, I have had some issues with this bench. First of all, it was not packaged very well. Some of the pieces rubbed together in the box, so if you look closely, you will find some scrapes and nicks in the wood. Secondly, this should have been easy to assemble. There were only 4 pieces of bench along with 8 screws. However, one of the pegs didn't line up quite right with the peg hole. I finally managed to get it set up, but I'm lucky that I didn't snap the wooden peg in half in the process. Lastly, this bench really isn't very comfortable for anyone other than my cats - even with the matching bench cushion that I purchased. Perhaps I am just spoiled by my other patio furniture which is exceptionally comfortable (cheap Walmart furniture actually - that looks as good as new after 3 years of Wisconsin winters), but I don't think I'd want to sit on this bench for an extended period of time.

Now that this bench is assembled and sitting on my porch, and considering that it was inexpensive, it doesn't seem worth the trouble to disassemble it, put it back in the box, ship it back to Amazon, and search for something else. However, I recommend to anyone who has not already purchased it -- DON'T. Pay a little more for something nicer. Go to the store and physically try out benches before making your purchase.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice bench!, March 22, 2007

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Mary Knowlton "corkyzmom" (Troy, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strathwood Basics All-Weather Hardwood 3-Seater Bench (Lawn & Patio)

This is a very nice bench -- especially for the money! It came very quickly, was easy to assemble, even alone, and seems very sturdy. I plan to put it on my front porch and sit outside as often as possible this spring and summer. I would definitely recommend ordering one!

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