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Best Benches For Bedrooms
The function of the bedroom is not restricted to resting only. In fact today, the bedroom is also a place for entertainment as well as study. In these ways, bedrooms also play the role of living room & study room.
While many houses have separate main rooms known as the living room or drawing room, some houses may not have separate study rooms. Hence in such cases it almost becomes compulsory for the bedroom to play the role of study room as well. Thus all of these help to make bedrooms multifunctional, and as such, bedrooms should be equipped with items that enable them to perform multifunctional duties.
Benches are more popular for outdoor uses on patios or in gardens. But the modern concept employs the use of benches in bedrooms.
What are the uses of bedroom benches? They take into consideration the following points:
- When you have guests or family over for any length of stay, generally after some times house guest are divided in groups based on age, sex, etc. The main room is occupied by one group & other group finds it convenient to move into bedroom to use the bedroom as a ‘temporary living room’. In such cases, the bedroom benches are helpful in making the Bedroom a ‘temporary informal living room”
- You are on the bed but can not sleep, so you want to read for sometimes say 15 minutes to indulge sleep, the bedroom bench is there to serve you.
- You can put a backless bedroom bench & it can be used for getting ready for work every morning, or getting ready for bed at night. This way you can save time & make your life a little easier and comfortable.
- A bench to the side of the bed can also be used for storing your extra pillows at night.
- The bedroom bench also has one role i.e. value addition. The bedroom bench can be used to enhance appearance of your bedroom.
What are the points to take in to account while making a bedroom bench?
1. As suggested above, the Bedroom bench enhances appearance of bedroom, you must choose a bench materials that ‘match’ existing color scheme & furniture of the bedroom.
2. You may also opt for an antique finish or choose a modern backless bench style. However, you should consider the bench that matches the theme of the bedroom best.
3. Also you need to consider choosing the right wood and / or paint color, material & style of fabric for a cushion, if you use one. The fabric is available in wide patterns, solids and price ranges.
4. Also, you can choose a store-bought wooden bench. These wooden benches are long lasting & require little care generally. A regular varnishing (once in couple of years) will make the wooden bench maintenance free. And a well chosen wooden bench will definitely add excellent changes in your bedroom appearance.
5. If you want to use the bench as vanity bench, go for backless bench that looks antique & matches your bedroom. The concept of vanity benches is 5-6 decade old & you will have luxury to go back in luxurious 1940!
Benches can be used indoor in other rooms also:
- You can put a vanity bench along with a dressing table in the bathroom.
- Benches can also be placed in a living room, passage or lobby. Benches in living rooms can be used as extra seating for parties.
- A bench can be placed at entrances to be used for sitting, to remove or replace shoes.
- A storage bench in a passage way can be a place where you can store extra coats and blankets.
The uses of benches are evolving. Over time, benches will be an inseparable part of indoor furnishings.
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Blanket Chest and Bench PLANS, storage, hall, bedroom S $11.95 |
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Prepac Fremont Twin Small Cubbie Storage Bench Espresso Finish Bedroom Benche $74.76 |
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Kids Wooden Step Stool Storage Bench-Farm Animals Children’s Bedroom Furniture $74.95 |
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Bedroom Twin Maple Bed Storage Cubbie Bench, Footboard $89.00 |
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Bedroom Twin White Bed Storage Cubbie Bench, Footboard $89.00 |
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Bedroom Twin Maple Bed Storage Cubbie Bench, Footboard $89.00 |
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Black Twin Bed Cubbie Bench Storage Entry Bedroom New Cubby Cabinet PP BSC3620 $96.90 |
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Bedroom White Bed Storage Cubbie Bench, Footboard $99.00 |
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Bedroom Espresso Bed Storage Cubbie Bench, Footboard $99.00 |
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Cherry Entryway Bedroom Storage CUBBIE Shoe Bench Mudroom Books NEW PP CSC4820 $107.55 |
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Sonoma Cherry Entry Bedroom Storage CUBBIE Bench Cubby Prepac NEW PP CSC4820 $107.90 |
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White Entryway Bedroom Storage CUBBIE Bench Cubby Cabinet New PP WSC4820 $107.90 |
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Espresso Entry Bedroom Storage CUBBIE Bench Cubby New Prepac PP ESC4820 $108.90 |
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Maple Entry Bedroom Storage CUBBIE Bench Cubby Full Queen Size NEW PP MSC4820 $110.00 |
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Black Entry Bedroom Storage CUBBIE Bench Cubby Sonoma Prepac NEW PP BSC4820 $110.00 |
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Living Room/Bedroom White Bench for Storage $114.47 |
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Prepac Sonoma Maple Cubby Storage Bench Bedroom Benche $118.00 |
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Prepac Monterey Cherry Cubby Storage Bench Bedroom Benche $118.00 |
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Montego Maple Twin Cubbie Bench Storage Organizer Bedroom Hallway NEW $126.99 |
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NEW Winslow White Wood Cubbie Bench Bedroom Storage NEW $128.99 |
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New Wooden 3 Bin Storage Bench Toy Kids Room Bedroom Furniture Nantucket $132.89 |
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Hallway Bedroom Laundry Storage Organizer Cubbie Cubby Bench, Black $134.00 |
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Sonoma 3-Cubbie Bench Black PIECE furniture VINTAGE storage BEDROOM Bed Seat NEW $139.75 |
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Wildon Home Brighton Microfiber Bedroom Bench with Storage and Pin Trim in Tan $145.00 |
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Black Cubby Bench Entryway Seat Wooden Hall Entry Storage Cubbie Hole Bedroom $148.99 |
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Espresso Cubby Bench Entryway Seat Wooden Hall Entry Storage Cubbie Hole Bedroom $148.99 |
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Bridal Veil Microfiber Bedroom Bench with Storage and Wood Feet in Brown 300348 $149.00 |
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Brown Cubby Bench Entryway Seat Wooden Hall Entry Storage Cubbie Hole Bedroom $149.99 |
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Wildon Home Brookings Leather Bedroom Bench with Storage and Wood Feet in Brown $154.98 |
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Wildon Home Brookings Leather Bedroom Bench with Storage and Wood Feet in Brown $155.49 |
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White Cubby Bench Entryway Seat Wooden Hall Entry Storage Cubbie Hole Bedroom $158.99 |
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Cherry Cubby Bench Entryway Seat Wooden Hall Entry Storage Cubbie Hole Bedroom $158.99 |
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Tuscan Traditional Media Storage Bedroom Storage Ottoman Footstool Bench $159.99 |
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Modus Upholstered Milano Blanket Storage Bench White Leatherette Bedroom Benche $164.94 |
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STURDY COT BED BEDROOM FURNITURE+STORAGE BENCH KIDS CHILDREN WOOD/WOODEN TODDLER $167.95 |
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Storage Bench Tan Microfiber Button Tufted Bedroom $168.00 |
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Modus Upholstered Milano Blanket Storage Bench Black Leatherette Bedroom Benche $171.99 |
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Broadbent Leather Bedroom Bench with Storage and Pin Trim in Deep Brown 300378 $175.99 |
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Modus Upholstered Milano Blanket Storage Bench Chocolate Bedroom Benche $179.00 |
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Espresso finish ottoman bedroom bench with storage and flip top seats $195.08 |
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Espresso Faux leather storage bedroom bench with 2 flip tops for storage $197.55 |
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Espresso Faux leather storage bedroom bench with accented stitching $197.55 |
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Firefighter Toy Box Bench Chest Kids Bedroom Storage $199.95 |
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Princess Toy Box Bench Girls Play Storage Toys Bedroom $199.95 |
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Rock-A-My Baby Toy Box Bench Girls Bedroom Storage NIB $199.95 |
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Tan microfiber bedroom bench with storage and wood feet $213.25 |
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Walnut finish wood bedroom entry storage bench with lift up seat storage with sh $215.75 |
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Dark brown plush microfiber tufted bedroom storage bench $220.90 |
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Espresso finish ottoman bedroom bench with storage and flip top seat trays $224.67 |
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White Bedroom Foyer Storage Bench with Cushions $229.00 |
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Tan microfiber bedroom bench with storage and pin trim $246.75 |
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Deep brown leather bedroom bench with storage and pin trim $250.75 |
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Black vinyl storage bedroom bench with arms $252.40 |
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Espresso finish wood bedroom bench with upholstered seat and storage with shelf $256.93 |
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Warm oak finish wood cedar storage bedroom bench chest $282.12 |
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Wenge finish wood bedroom entry storage bench with lift up seat storage with dou $292.25 |
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New Large Storage Bench Ottoman Bedroom- Fabrics Vinyls $299.00 |
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New Large Storage Bench Ottoman Bedroom- Fabrics Vinyls $304.00 |
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Black finish wood cedar storage bedroom bench chest $310.85 |
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New Large Storage Bench Ottoman Bedroom 6 Plush Fabrics $318.00 |
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Walnut finish wood storage bedroom hope chest bench with flip top seat for stora $366.53 |
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3 pc Espresso finish bycast leather bedroom bench storage ottoman with flip top $371.91 |
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Black finish wood country style bedroom hall bench with storage baskets $384.75 |
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White finish wood country style bedroom hall bench with storage baskets $384.75 |
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Black Bedroom Foyer Storage Bench with Cushions $394.00 |
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Mission style Oak finish wood bedroom entry bench with storage basket and drawer $425.75 |
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Pearl White Princess Girls Childs Bedroom Storage Bench $488.14 |
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Mission style Oak finish wood bedroom entry bench with storage basket and drawer $601.75 |
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3pc Bedroom Maple Platform Storage Full Bed/Headboard/Bench Set – Made In Canada $670.00 |
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3pc Bedroom Maple Platform Storage Full Bed/Headboard/Bench Set – Made In Canada $670.00 |
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5pc Bedroom Queen Size Platform Storage Bed/Headboard/Nightstand/Bench Set $894.00 |
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Prepac Sonoma 3-Cubbie Bench, Black $72.45 Sonoma Black Finish Storage Cubbie Bench This practical storage design is well suited for any front hallway or mudroom, or as the perfect companion to the Sonoma Double / Queen Headboard for the foot of the bed. Under the bench are three storage compartments which are ideal for storing blankets, shoes, baskets and books. Constructed from a combination of high quality, laminated, composite woods wi… |
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Foldaway Suitcase Stand-Hardwood-Walnut Finish (Walnut) (20H x 26 1/2W x 18 1/2D) $34.96 With its classic curved legs and walnut finish, this handsome hardwood luggage rack will make each guest feel like a VIP in a fine hotel. Handy for packing and unpacking, the luggage stand folds flat for storage and features sturdy nylon straps to support suitcases, towels or other supplies. This bedroom luggage rack is made of beechwood, and comes in a rich Walnut finish. Holds luggag… |
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New Very Dark Espresso Bicast Leather Dining Bench $76.91 This is a new dining bench. The seat is made of a leather like bicast material. It has a very dark espresso seat and finish, it is almost black. It is great for use at the dining room table. Other uses are at the foot of the bed, in the entry hall, in the living room for extra seating, think of the possibilities! Dimensions: 48″ Long x 18″ Wide x 19″ Tall In this listing you will receive the dinin… |
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Cumberland Bay Bed Bench – Old Adirondack 78 $368.00 The versatility of our bench is quite amazing. It can be a place to sit while dressing, or to lay out your clothes for the coming day or to leave extra blankets on a chilly night. Use it as a plant stand, put it in front of a sofa for a coffee table, take off your wet boots in the mudroom and slide them underneath it, place it by the fireside for an extra bit of warmth on a cold winter evening, or… |
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Kikkerland EZ Fold Short Step Stool Plastic step stool, folds flat and holds up to 300 lbs. Great step up in the kitchen for children, RV’s and more…. |
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Alaterre Shaker Cottage Coat Hooks with Storage Keep your coats, gloves and hats organized with this practical wall hanging unit. Hang this unit inside a door in you Mud Room above the Cottage Bench or Cottage Storage Bench from Alaterre…. |
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Milano Leatherette Upholstered Storage Bench in Chocolate $179.00 ML0893F Features: -Storage bench.-Feet are removable to create a sleek, low profile look.-Luxurious felt-lined storage compartment.-Versatile bench adds a designer touch to any room of the house.-It is a great place to store toys, gaming accessories, magazines and other household clutter.-Durable safety hinge holds top in place when open.-Stylish contemporary design. Construction: -Constructed fr… |
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KidKraft Modern Toddler Cot $135.99 Dimension: 63.62L x 31W x 18.25H Finish: Natural Material: Medium-density fibreboard (MDF) Kid’s Natural Modern Toddler Cot Bed/Bench Our Modern Toddler Cot has a simple, modern look and helps make the transition from a crib to a regular bed as painless as possible for the young ones in your life Features: Bench at the foot of the cot can be used for storage or addit… |
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KidKraft Limited Edition Toy Box – Espresso $129.98 Our Limited Edition Toy Chest keeps rooms tidy with style. This chest would be a great addition to any kid’s room. **Personalization available – call for details. Additional service fee applies and additional processing time to complete the service. Visit www.kidkraft.com/personalization and then call our customer service for more information before you place an order…. |
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Disney Fairies 3 Tier Toy Organizer with Roll Out Toybox $54.99 Disney Fairies 3-Tier OrganizerWith the Disney Fairies 3 Tier Toy Organizer with rollout toy box by Delta, toy areas and bedrooms are easy to keep tidy. With the charming and engaging fairy theme, this is a cheerful addition to any décor. The bottom tier is a toy box to roll out, hinged with a child-safe lid, capable of holding lots of toys. The second tier supports three fun printed bins. A usef… |
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Monterey Cubby Bench $101.99 Monterey Cubbie Bench |
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Sonoma Cubby Bench $88.84 storage trunk, |
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Soild Wood Storage Bench $315.99 This multipurpose cottage bench features storage drawers. This bench is great in entryways, bedrooms, dining rooms and kitchens. |
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Manhattan Large Off-white Storage Bench $271.25 Manhattan storage bench enhances your home decorLuxurious furniture keeps remotes, magazines and other stuff handy, but out of sightWorks as stand-alone living room furniture or bedroom bench |
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Striped Storage Arm Bench Ottoman $265.99 This casual contemporary storage arm bench has stylish design that perfectly complements your hallway, living room, or bedroom. The bench is covered in multi colors of brown and black stripes fabric. |
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Manhattan Off-white Small Storage Bench $217.79 Manhattan storage bench enhances your home decorLuxurious furniture keeps remotes, magazines and other stuff handy, but out of sightWorks as stand-alone living room furniture or bedroom bench |
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Winslow White Twin-size Small Cubbie Bench $90.22 Update your child’s bedroom furniture with this functional, stylish storage pieceBench constructed of durable composite wood and mdfVersatile white finish enhances any home decor |
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Montego Maple Twin Cubbie Bench $93.99 Practical storage design is well suited for any front hallway or mudroomConstructed from a combination of high quality, laminated composite woodsHighlighted by a versatile maple finish to update your home furniture collection |
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Broadway Black Twin-size Small Cubbie Bench $88.27 Update your child’s bedroom furniture with this functional, stylish storage pieceBench constructed of durable composite wood and mdfVersatile black finish enhances any home decor |
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Faux Leather Bench/ Trunk $146.05 Enhance your home decor with this beautiful faux leather bench/trunkVersatile furniture perfect for sitting, resting your legs or storageTrunk-style bench works well in the den or bedroom |
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Montego Maple Cubbie Bench $101.02 Practical storage design is well suited for any front hallway, mudroom, or bedroomConstructed from a combination of high quality, laminated, composite woods Highlighted by a stylish maple finish |
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Broadway Black Cubbie Bench $100.99 Practical storage design Ideal for any front hallway, mud room, or bedroomBench features three storage compartments ideal for storing blankets, shoes, baskets, and books |