At the threshold of the house, the first thing that greets your household and guests is a comfortable bench. She is a symbol of hospitality and caring for them. When planning or updating a corridor, be sure to consider options for a bench in the hallway.
What functional tasks does it solve:
- A comfortable place to rest after the road.
- Allows you to conveniently put on and take off shoes.
- Serves as a surface on which to place heavy bags.
- Certain models are also a cabinet for storing small household items or shoes.
Benches for the hallway have always been a relevant choice, since they are not only a convenient furniture attribute, but also a wonderful accessory in the interior.
It serves not only for convenience, but is an element of decoration and complements the overall style of the apartment.
The material used to make furniture is very important. It affects the durability, strength, preservation of appearance, as well as the cost of the product.
Material
Natural wood. Beautiful and durable material. Used alone or in combination with soft upholstery in fabric or leather. Wooden benches can decorate any interior. It is permissible to use pillows and decorative mattresses with them. The price of a wooden bench will be high. Especially if the product is covered with leather or decorated with carvings and gilding.
Wooden models are considered the most popular due to their durability and wear resistance.
Forged Products. These are exclusive models made by hand by a master. There are a huge number of options. You can choose a model for any design project. Such benches are used only in combination with soft pillows. To protect the metal from corrosion and destruction, it is covered with a protective layer. Forged benches are distinguished by their beauty, sophistication, reliability, durability and high price.
Forged and wicker models can also be presented in a large assortment.
Wicker from wicker. Braid is a very original and effective solution. But, unfortunately, it is very impractical. Wicker benches quickly wear out and lose their attractive appearance. They are more suitable for country houses.
Such material is considered absolutely safe not only for the environment, but also for households.
Furniture boards: chipboard, MDF. The material is economical. Makes it possible to create multifunctional and practical designs. It is easy to process. Therefore, various and interesting models are made from it. With high-quality production and careful use, these benches will last a long time.
The most popular and inexpensive models are made from MDF and chipboard.
On a metal frame. Comfortable, practical and inexpensive benches. For protection, the metal is coated with polymer powder coating or chrome plated. The seat is made of furniture panels covered with textile or leatherette upholstery.
Very often, metal is used in the manufacture of benches: metal parts or a metal frame are made.
Plastic. The most impractical material. Easily deformed and wears out quickly. But it looks impressive. The cost of plastic furniture is minimal. Similar samples are used in summer kitchens and cottages. They are also suitable for temporary use.
Plastic furniture products of this type are also considered very wear-resistant.
On the modern furniture market there is a huge variety of types of furniture designed for sitting in the hallway.
A bench in the kitchen is a long-standing tradition
This interesting interior solution has a fairly long tradition. Just look at American spacious interiors, where wooden benches served not only as seats, but also as places to store food and other interior items. Quite long, spacious and always wooden, painted with varnish. The more natural the better.
Benches, represented in most Scandinavian styles , continued this trend. Thanks to their wooden form, they softened the severity of the white walls and bricks.
Nowadays, wooden benches take on a wide variety of shapes, and thanks to them, the interior really looks pleasant and homely. Elements of kitchen furnishings go well together, but also those that indicate a pleasant rustic, Provence or English style. It is enough to decorate the benches with checkered pillows, thin lace or simply paint them white to give the entire interior light and idyll.
Benches don't always have to be just about the garden. This interesting interior design element can also be successfully used during home improvement. In the kitchen, they provide the necessary amount of space for the household and make spending time at the table more enjoyable.
Types of structures
- Classical
Laconic model. It does not have a backrest, armrests or any other additions. Decoration can only be expensive, beautiful material from which the bench is made and a noble color.
Such products always look expensive and noble.
- With backrest
This is a classic bench, complemented by a backrest, which can be high and represent a structure with shelves or a decorative base for a mirror.
Models with a back are mini-sofas.
- With armrests
Such options are more convenient and visually attractive. Some models resemble mini-sofas.
Soft sofa benches with armrests are also not uncommon.
- With shelves
Built-in shelves (solid or lattice) are added to the classic version. They are used to store shoes. You can place decorative boxes or baskets on them.
Bench with shelves for shoes.
- With built-in drawers
A very convenient model for arranging a small space. They can be retractable or with a hinged door.
Bench with drawers for shoes and storage compartment.
- With roof rails
This is the bottom shelf, consisting of metal crossbars. It is very easy to clean and is convenient for storing outdoor shoes.
You can often find comfortable models with roof rails.
- With reclining seat
Drawers for things are hidden under the folding seats.
These models have built-in drawers and can have different numbers. When you lift the seats, all of them open at once or each of them separately.
- Shelving
This is a fairly long, original bench with a backrest. Underneath there are several compartments containing shelves and drawers. Such models are made of durable material.
Bench in the hallway with shelves and drawers.
Bench size
The size and shape of the shop depends on the size and layout of the hallway. Usually they are not made wide, sometimes even narrow. They can be straight or angular. Using the curly contours of furniture, you can benefit from and use free corners in non-standard hallways. With its help, any imperfections can be turned into a highlight of the interior.
Decorative benches can be placed in any interior, be it classic or modern.
Seats can occupy the entire length of the bench, or only part of it. On the second half there is a built-in cabinet, a phone stand or a small table. Can be combined with a hanger. Often benches are an element of modular furniture.
When choosing a bench, special attention should be paid to its configuration.
Bench seating options
The seats can be hard or soft. The comfort of a bench with a soft seat depends on the filling and type of upholstery. The material used must be durable and wear-resistant, not absorb moisture, dirt and dust. Leather is the most beautiful, stylish and expensive upholstery option. For budget models - use leatherette and upholstery fabric. Decorative mats and pillows are used on hard benches.
If you have the eternal problem of having nowhere to put your shoes, then give preference to benches with one or more shelves for storing things.
Design elements
There are endless options for design ideas in furniture production.
The back and armrests can be openwork, carved, with curves and waves, smooth or asymmetrical, solid or lattice-shaped, forged, decorated with textiles or even decorative stone. Additional elements are often used - compact tables, carved figures, decorative ornaments, effective lighting. When choosing colors, remember that you cannot combine more than three colors in one composition. The main thing is not to forget about the harmony and compatibility of all elements.
Luxurious models of benches without a back with forged elements and expensive textiles will be an ideal addition to any classic hallway interior.
Popular colors
Wood and metal retain their natural color. Decorative pillows come in different colors.
It is recommended to follow the design rule - there should be no more than three colors in one space. When choosing colors, you need to combine them with the color of the surrounding interior.
The aristocratic interior offers benches made of wood and leather. Elegant details enhance the favorable impression. An example would be sofas with soft seats.
Choosing a bench to suit your interior style
- The classic interior features wooden, lacquered furniture with leather upholstery. Correct geometric lines, discreet details, discreet design and high functionality distinguish classics from other styles;
- Retro style involves curved lines, voluminous details, carvings and stylized painting. Legs and armrests can be made in intricate shapes;
- A country bench is an ordinary wooden bench without soft seats. It can be supplemented with a shelf for shoes. Options for boxes made from natural materials are possible - birch bark, bamboo, willow twigs. But no more.
- The Provence style requires furniture to be light and delicate, not cluttered with details. A low, light wooden or wicker bench with bright pillows will look here;
- Stylish metal or plastic benches are suitable for high-tech. Clear shapes, neutral colors and no embellishments. Rigor and functionality are the main principles;
- Vintage loves luxury and comfort. A soft couch with armrests or a cozy armchair will fit perfectly into this setting. Decorated with monograms, with forged parts and rich textile or leather upholstery - this is what a real vintage bench looks like;
- The Scandinavian bench is made from natural, untreated wooden boards using metal parts (legs, armrests). Light, natural colors and simplicity of execution are the hallmark of this style. You can complement the look with wicker drawers and shelves;
- The loft style is emphasized by small forged benches with exquisite motifs.
Color range
Benches for hallways can be chosen in any color scheme.
As a rule, the most common and popular option is that the furniture frame is made in a standard neutral color, but the color of the upholstery of the back, seat or pillows is chosen depending on the preferences of the home owner or in the same color as other furniture.
It is worth noting that if you choose a bright color for the seat, then a bright element will appear in the hallway, setting the tone for the entire room.
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When choosing soft benches for sitting, you should pay attention to the upholstery material.
It should be durable and functional: after all, bags are often placed on such benches or used as a stand to look onto the mezzanine.
What to look for when choosing
Before purchasing a bench for the hallway, you first need to decide a few questions for yourself, in addition to choosing the style and design:
- Bench size. It depends, first of all, on the area and layout of the hallway. Therefore, before purchasing, it is necessary to take accurate measurements and analyze the capabilities of the room.
- Think through all the necessary functions that your bench should have. There are three main ones. This is a place for sitting, for placing hand luggage and storing small but important everyday items. The rest depends on your wishes.
- It is better to choose a practical upholstery color, and a durable source material. The ability to easily clean all furniture surfaces, including textiles, is important. In this matter, it is worth considering the number of family members, the age of the children and even the presence of pets.
- Remember - closed cabinets prevent dust and dirt from getting on things. It is more practical and aesthetically pleasing not to store outdoor shoes on open shelves. But there must be ventilation holes in places where it is stored.
- When purchasing, carefully check all working mechanisms - doors, drawers, folding surfaces. Nothing should dangle, creak, or slow down. Pay attention to studying the quality of the material and assembly of parts. Check all surfaces for scratches, cracks, chips. Avoid kinks and holes in the upholstery.
A correctly selected bench will last a long time, will be a good helper for you and a worthy decoration of your home.
Bench for shoes in the hallway
A shoe bench in the hallway is not only stylish furniture, but also very functional. Some models have drawers. They can be used to store shoes, accessories for cleaning and caring for them, as well as other items that may be useful before going out. A hallway bench itself is also a piece of furniture on which you can place your bag or prepare your clothes for going out. You can store your keys on the bench when you return home.
