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Best Farmhouse Benches

Updated October 2020
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Best of the Best
WE Furniture Solid Wood Dark Oak Dining Bench
WE Furniture
Solid Wood Dark Oak Dining Bench
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A sturdy bench that looks good anywhere in the house.

Pros

The MDF design provides stability to this oak veneer bench. This is a heavy, solidly constructed bench that seats three comfortably. Measures 60 inches wide by 14 inches deep by 18 inches high.

Cons

The oak veneer is more reddish than brown.

Best Bang for the Buck
Signature Design by Ashley Berringer Dining Bench
Signature Design by Ashley
Berringer Dining Bench
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An affordable classic bench with a rustic wood finish.

Pros

This more affordable bench looks great and is well-built. Comfortably seats two and measures 42.5 inches wide by 14 inches deep by 17.75 inches wide.

Cons

Bolt holes may be misaligned, making assembly difficult.

International Concepts Unfinished Shaker Style Bench
International Concepts
Unfinished Shaker Style Bench
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A simple shaker-style bench that looks good stained or unstained.

Pros

This easy-to-assemble bench is plain, giving you the choice of staining or adding a cushion. When stained, the grain of the wood is brought out nicely. Measures 47 inches by 14.4 inches deep by 18.7 inches high.

Cons

If you're not up for a bit of sanding, you might want something that comes finished.

Zinus Farmhouse Wood Bench
Zinus
Farmhouse Wood Bench
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This painted pine wood bench is great for a rustic-style space.

Pros

A sturdy bench with a two-tone style and easy assembly. The construction is solid, and you can opt for the table and bench combo at a decent price. Measures 36.2 inches wide by 14 inches deep by 18 inches high.

Cons

Some customers noted some defects and notches in the wood.

Boraam Shaker Bench
Boraam
Shaker Bench
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A solid hardwood shaker-style bench that looks lovely.

Pros

For a price this low, it's hard to find a bench that's truly solid wood. This bench looks great and holds up well. Many customers found that it also works well as a coffee table. Measures 44 inches wide by 14 inches deep by 18 inches high.

Cons

Some customers had trouble getting the legs to screw in properly.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

33 Models Considered
24 Hours Researched
2 Experts Interviewed
189 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

A farmhouse bench offers a superb addition in an entryway or hallway. It provides plenty of space for multiple people and features superb construction from premium materials to deliver exceptional strength and durability. Some farmhouse benches even feature plush cushioning to provide maximum comfort and support. Farmhouse benches are available in a variety of sizes and finishes, and each bench is solid, sturdy and made to last. A farmhouse bench is versatile, and in some instances, can be used as a seat or table. Farmhouse benches are sold across multiple price points, too. Thus, regardless of your budget, you should have no trouble finding an expertly crafted and stylish farmhouse bench for your living space.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
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Farmhouse Bench
Signature Design by Ashley
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Becky Farmhouse Wood Bench
Walker Edison Furniture Company
Farmhouse Entry Bench Mudroom with Shelf Coat Rack
GDF Studio
Eartha Farmhouse Bench
Christopher Knight Home
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Pemberly Row
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Walker Edison Furniture Company
Farmhouse Sliding Door Entryway Bench
Great Deal Furniture
Indoor Farmhouse Wood Dining Bench
Walker Edison Furniture Company
Rustic Modern Farmhouse Metal Bench
Del Hutson Designs
Natural Reclaimed Barnwood Farmhouse Bench
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Industrial Rustic Farmhouse Dining Bench
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48-Inch Farmhouse Sliding Door Entryway Bench
Classic Brands
Rustic Farmhouse Small Bench
Better Homes & Gardens
Lane Farmhouse Bench
Kate and Laurel
Entryway Farmhouse Bench with Iron Shoe Shelf
Backyard Discovery
Garden Farmhouse Bench
Giantex
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Walker Edison Furniture Company
3-Person Farmhouse Dining Bench
Better Homes & Gardens
Autumn Lane Farmhouse Bench
Ezekiel and Stearns
Lancaster Farmhouse Bench
Walker Edison Furniture Company
Farmhouse Wood Entryway Dining Bench
Modway
Upholstered Modern Farmhouse X-Brace Bench
Walker Edison Furniture Company
Rustic Farmhouse Wood Distressed Dining Bench
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WE Furniture

Solid Wood Dark Oak Dining Bench

WE Furniture

Solid Wood Dark Oak Dining Bench

A sturdy bench that looks good anywhere in the house.
$140
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International Concepts

Unfinished Shaker Style Bench

International Concepts

Unfinished Shaker Style Bench

A simple shaker-style bench that looks good stained or unstained.
$86
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Zinus

Farmhouse Wood Bench

Zinus

Farmhouse Wood Bench

This painted pine wood bench is great for a rustic-style space.
$67
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Boraam

Shaker Bench

Boraam

Shaker Bench

A solid hardwood shaker-style bench that looks lovely.
$75
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Signature Design by Ashley

Berringer Dining Bench

Signature Design by Ashley

Berringer Dining Bench

An affordable classic bench with a rustic wood finish.
$61

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