What is the best wood for rustic furniture?

The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.

What is the best wood for an outside bench?

Many types of wood can be used for an outside bench — it is really a matter of preference. Generally, hardwood is considered the best option since these varieties are durable, rot-resistant and have the best chance at a long life outdoors.

What is the best wood for a garden bench?

The best wood for a garden bench is one that is durable and naturally weather-resistant. The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage garden benches.

Wood Rustic Bench

Bench Mid Century French

Entryway Bench

Wabi Sabi Bench

Wood Beam

Category

Antique 19th Century English Console Tables

Materials

Pine

Rustic Pine Wood Worker s Bench

$8,500

Rustic Bench

Located in Washington, DC

Chinese peasant's bench, handhewn and weathered. Constucted in the traditional mortice and tenon

Category

20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rustic Bench

$750

Rustic White Twig Bench

Located in High Point, NC

Rustic Folk Art made white painted bench made from twigs and found wood very graphic with a high

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Painted Furniture

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Rustic White Twig Bench

$1,200

Rustic low profile work bench- reworked

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W42 D22 H19 Vintage low profile workbench with some great vintage charm. Item has been reworked by our in house carpenters and now serves at great coffee table height. Item is struc...

Category

1990s Rustic Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic low profile work bench- reworked

$1,020

Rustic Elm Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rustic elm wood bench seats two people comfortably for extra seating or use as a coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Furniture

Rustic Elm Bench

$1,050

Rustic Baroque Oak Bench / Stool

Located in San Francisco, CA

A great looking Baroque Oak bench with turned legs, shaped apron and an interesting patina

Category

Antique 19th Century End Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Baroque Oak Bench / Stool

$2,250

French Rustic Wooden Backless Pearling Bench from the Mid-19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

This French rustic wooden pearling bench from the 1850s features a long and narrow two-plank seat

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Rustic Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

French Rustic Wooden Backless Pearling Bench from the Mid-19th Century

$1,950

Mayan Carved Wood Bench

Located in New York, NY

This rustic wood bench was crafted in a Pre-Columbian Folk Art style, with two jaguar heads on

Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mayan Carved Wood Bench

$1,300

Vintage Round Wood Work Bench Stool

Located in Oakland Park, FL

Vintage round wood work bench stool X long screw rod stretcher. Size: 12” W x 12” D x 18” H 11

Category

Vintage 1940s Belgian Rustic Stools

Materials

Metal

Vintage Round Wood Work Bench Stool

$263

Rustic French Wood Bench Painted Green

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautifully rustic French painted bench features original green paint and a lovely patina. The

Category

20th Century Benches

Materials

Wood

Rustic French Wood Bench Painted Green

$3,800

Rustic Bench in Teak Wood

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great addition to any patio. This is a vintage carved Indian bench. Made from teak wood, decorated

Category

Vintage 1980s Indian Other Benches

Materials

Metal

Rustic Bench in Teak Wood

$1,875

Rustic Narrow Bench, Chinese

Located in Pasadena, CA

Understated but sophisticated, this rustic Chinese bench is composed of elm wood and features a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Rustic Benches

Materials

Wood

Rustic Narrow Bench, Chinese

$875

Rustic Twig Bench

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful twig bench in a desirably weathered green patina. Sturdy pieces of craftsmanship with

Category

20th Century Benches

Materials

Wood

Rustic Twig Bench

$3,450

Early 20th Century French Rustic Farm Bench

Located in Chicago, IL

• Patinaed wood finish • Early 20th century • France Dimensions • 106"W x 11"D x 18.5"H

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Benches

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century French Rustic Farm Bench

$1,195

Rustic Brown Painted Bucket Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our rustic brown painted bucket bench was made in America, circa 1930. This simple New England

Category

Mid-20th Century American Benches

Materials

Wood

Rustic Brown Painted Bucket Bench

$1,150

Vintage Rustic School House Bench

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage School House Desk, purchased at auction, is a rustic and charming piece. Made of hand sewn

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Benches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Rustic School House Bench

$112

Rustic Primitive Bench with Faded Red Paint

Located in New York, NY

An incredible and unusual Primitive bench with a thick seat, simple legs and a wonderful faded red

Category

Early 20th Century Thai Benches

Materials

Wood

Rustic Primitive Bench with Faded Red Paint

$2,500

Extra Long Wood Bench

Located in Lábatlan, HU

Rustic long wood bench from Hungary circa 1890 The patina of this bench is outstanding.

Category

Antique 1890s Hungarian Folk Art Benches

Materials

Pine

Extra Long Wood Bench

$1,425

Vintage French Iron and Wood Garden Bench, circa 1930

Located in Houston, TX

. A simple iron and wood French garden bench, circa 1930 having tubular legs and slatted wood supports

Category

Vintage 1930s French Rustic Benches

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Iron and Wood Garden Bench, circa 1930

$1,082

Antique Distressed Painted Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fabulous antique Farm style bench crafted out of maple wood with eye-catching paint color with a

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Rustic Benches

Materials

Paint, Wood, Maple

Antique Distressed Painted Bench

$3,275

19th Century French Wooden Bench

Located in New Orleans, LA

19th century French wooden bench used for shaving and shaping wooden shoes.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Benches

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Wooden Bench

$495

Custom Built Live Edge Long Bench

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Rustic style long bench, 90 inches, handcrafted by an artisan in North Carolina, USA. Rough hewn

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Benches

Materials

Rope, Wood

Custom Built Live Edge Long Bench

$2,395

Custom Built Live Edge Extra Long Bench

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Rustic style extra long bench, 105 inches, handcrafted by an artisan in North Carolina, USA

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Benches

Materials

Rope, Wood

Custom Built Live Edge Extra Long Bench

$2,695

Rustic Brown Painted Bucket Bench Shelf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This rustic brown painted bucket bench shelf was made in America circa 1930. The simple New England

Category

Mid-20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Rustic Brown Painted Bucket Bench Shelf

$850

Rustic Naga Table or Bench, Hand Carved Wabi Sabi Style, Ancient Solid Wood no.2

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

bench. Legs are not removable, as it's carved of one piece. The wood should be jackwood, it's from the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Naga Table or Bench, Hand Carved Wabi Sabi Style, Ancient Solid Wood no.2

$4,156

Rustic Naga Table or Bench, Hand Carved Wabi Sabi Style, Ancient Solid Wood No.1

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

bench. Legs are not removable, as it's carved of one piece. The wood should be jackwood, it's from the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Naga Table or Bench, Hand Carved Wabi Sabi Style, Ancient Solid Wood No.1

$4,156

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Wood Rustic Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal wood rustic bench for your home. Each wood rustic bench for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. Find 179 options for an antique or vintage wood rustic bench now, or shop our selection of 14 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a wood rustic bench — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A wood rustic bench is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art, Industrial and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one wood rustic bench that is appealing in its simplicity, but Dos Gallos Studio, Alabama Sawyer and Zelonky Studios produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Wood Rustic Bench?

Prices for a wood rustic bench start at $210 and top out at $26,331 with the average selling for $2,300.

Finding the Right Benches for You

Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.

Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.

Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.

For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.

Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.

Questions About Wood Rustic Bench

What is the best wood for rustic furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.
What is the best wood for an outside bench?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
Many types of wood can be used for an outside bench — it is really a matter of preference. Generally, hardwood is considered the best option since these varieties are durable, rot-resistant and have the best chance at a long life outdoors.
What is the best wood for a garden bench?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
The best wood for a garden bench is one that is durable and naturally weather-resistant. The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage garden benches.

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