Reclaimed Teak Simple Bench (India)
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This reclaimed teak bench is a great way to add seating to your home. The bench is constructed from wood that has been sandblasted and features nail holes and other details that are filled in with wood plugs to create a unique, stylish piece....more
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Add a distinctive touch to your home decor with a simple bench from India. Handcrafted from reclaimed teak in India, this durable bench is made to last for generations.
- Made entirely from reclaimed teak, which has been salvaged from the timbers of old buildings
- The wood has been sandblasted and sanded smooth which makes a luxurious, smooth feel while maintaining its obviously long history
- Old nail holes and other details are filled in with wood plugs to create a truly unique piece
- With simple assembly and solid construction the bench is made to last generations
- A simple clear coat is applied to seal the wood, and enhances the natural tone of the teak
- Measures 57 inches wide x 18 inches tall x 14 inches deep
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Story Behind the Art:
This product was created in Northwestern India. Once the British removed its armed forces from the region in the late 40s, a majority of the industries available for the local economy disappeared with them. People went back to the traditional crafts and furniture manufacturing that they had known for generations. Several hub cities of industry have flourished, creating numerous, sustainable, and stable jobs for the people of the surrounding villages.
What is Worldstock?
The handcrafted touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.
This item may display patches, due to the tools used in its creation. Any knotholes, cracks, natural inclusions or visible marks are results from the natural wood. This does not compromise the structural integrity of the piece, but is part of its design.
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- Dimensions:
- 57.0x14.0x18.0
- Materials:
- reclaimed teak
- Model No:
- o1284145009
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Most Helpful Reviews
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teak bench rocks
I ordered two of these benches to use as cocktail tables. They are easy to assemble (all tools and hardware provided with benches) and they are very sturdy and pretty heavy. I can stand on them and they don't bend or anything like that. They are very nicely proportioned. The description indicates that a clear coat finish is applied and this concerned me, because I was hoping for a rustic, bare wood look. And that's exactly how they appear. Whatever coating might be on these is invisible. The wood surface has a uniform but rough texture, as if sandblasted almost. You will not get splinters or anything like that. The grain of the wood is highly figured and kind of dramatic. In my opinion, while these were not cheap, they look more expensive than they are. I would recommend them. I think they are more appropriate for indoor use, or in a covered outdoor area, than regular outdoor use. Very nice semi-rustic but modern look.
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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Solid Bench
Couldn't be more pleased with this bench. Not sure of some people complaining of the unfinished nature of the bench...it is perfect. You're not going to get splinters or anything of the sort and there is a light matte finish on the wood as well. Very solid piece. I may buy another.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? Perfect
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. Solid and as described
- How accurate was the sizing? perfect
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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Really nice piece of furniture
This bench looks so cool- kind of rugged and worn in. Very sturdy (both my kids have been climbing all over it). Plus I like the idea of reclaimed wood. Highly recommend it.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? Yes
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. Wonderful quality
- How accurate was the sizing? Very accurate
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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just as described
I was apprehensive about blemishes and having to spend c $40 to ship them back. They're just fine. Assembly is so easy, instructions aren't even needed. Tip: allign the tops before tightening the bolts. You'll have a sturdy, crafty, handsome piece. My compliments to the Indian carpenters...and in appreciation, I reccomend for prosperity: 1. color match the wood filler 2. get one of those gadgets that makes exact fit cut-outs and plugs
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. better than expected
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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No quality control?
I was so excited about this bench. I thought I had found the perfect bench for my mudroom. I loved the idea of reclaimed wood. However, when the bench arrived, I noticed in one of the planks that makes up the bench seat, a 3 inch by 3 inch cut "patch" of non-matching wood glued with putty in the middle of otherwise solid planks. It was wedged in there very nicely - I'm not complaining about that - and there's no chance of the patch of wood falling out. There are similar patches on the sides of the bench, but this one is right one top and there's no missing it. There was absolutely zero effort to match the grain of the wood. It is several shades darker than the surrounding wood and looks comical. We are tempted to keep it, as an absurdist/conversation piece but I would not have paid the > $200 price for something that looks WORSE than something I could have made myself. I am so disappointed. It is almost as if there is zero quality control. I think I will be extremely wary of buying any furniture from Overstock in the future, sight unseen. It's not worth the aggravation or the cost of shipping this gigantic thing back.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? More or less
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. Not worth the price
- How accurate was the sizing? Fine
- Would you recommend this to a friend? No
Most Recent Reviews
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Why build it when you can buy it?
My hubby and I were planning on building some benches for a house we are in the process of building. I decided to take a look online to see if there was something similar to what we were interested in making available for purchase. Overstock.com had the bench, and at a price which made it silly for us to build. So, I purchased three of the benches. The bench is rustic, so those who are looking for perfection should not purchase this bench. For us, it was exactly what we were looking for! The bench is heavy and well built. The bench is held together by two large screws on either side of the bench (four total screws). I'm happy with the purchase! Bravo Overstock.com!
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? Yes
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. This bench is of good quality. The bench does have some holes with filler.
- How accurate was the sizing? Fine.
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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Love this bench!
Love this bench! It is in our mudroom for the family to sit on while taking their shoes on and off. Exactly as described. Quality is more that I could have hoped for.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? Yes
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. Excellent Quality
- How accurate was the sizing? Perfect.
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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Don't bother
I saw the negative reviews, but thought people were too picky. I had to have a handy man sand them to get rid of the splintered wood so my grand daughters didn't get hurt and stain them. I am going to have to order custom cushions to cover the seats.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? not really
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. rough patches, splinters and splits
- How accurate was the sizing? good
- Would you recommend this to a friend? No
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lovely simple sturdy-- definely recommended
I love these benches! A great deal for the price. I have one on a covered porch, and two lining in a sunny corner of my bedroom, in lieu of the built-ins I'm saving for. They are classically simple, each with lovely and unique wood grain. The wood is a lovely brown grey, with some variations. They ARE heavy. Still, this fairly fit 45 y/o petite female was able to put them together on my own. They are not perfectly smooth, but sort of a matte suede-like texture, if that makes sense--- definitely ok for a casual seating. I would avoid sitting on them in very expensive knits, but that's not our style. The only thing that kept me from rating them 5 stars was that one leg section on 2 of the benches didn't come together quite perfectly, as noted above. (This is the kind of thing you see all the time with furniture in this price range from a variety of big box stores. However, they typically also run the gambit from boring to tacky, are wobbly, etc.) I'm planning to buy one or two more for my porch when they are back in stock.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? Fairly close, but not quite as warm, a bit more toward the greyish browns. The lovely grain and pattening are as shown. It works visually.
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. Solid sturdy wood, strong joints. On 2 of my 3 benches, a leg section doesn't sit quite flush along the horizontal, 1/16 to 1/8 inch off. Still for the price, great.
- How accurate was the sizing? RIght on.
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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Perfect!
We used this bench in our entry way for our guests to put on and take off their shoes, it's perfect for that purpose.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? Yes, the color is just like website picture, unfinished wood color.
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. The quality of the bench is pretty good.
- How accurate was the sizing? Size is accurate.
- Would you recommend this to a friend? Yes
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