Homeowners forget about decorating their gardens with furniture. Having a well landscaped garden with well furnished items is just as important as decorating your interior. It is not expensive to add a few items to the garden and it makes a bare garden look more attractive and inviting.

One of the first items of furniture you should think about buying for your garden is a bench, or commonly known as a garden bench or park bench. They can look very inviting in the garden and they have their practical uses too. They can easily be placed anywhere within the garden, there is no set place where they should be located. If you live in a very hot climate, you may want to find a shady area, perhaps under a tree.

You have the option of buying a park style bench that has a very simplistic design. Essentially, you have the four legs attached to the seat. They can be found in wood or metal. If you are looking for a bench that is more practical, you could opt for a garden storage bench. Instead of the four legs, you have a box design under the seat. Within the boxed compartment you will have ample room to store any items you wish. You can store small garden tools or even a few outside toys that is used by the kids. These benches can also be placed in any area within the garden.

When buying a new bench for your garden, make sure that the bench is designed for outdoor use. If the wood or metal is not treated for the outdoor weather, the materials will start to rust if it is metal and the wood will start to crack. It is highly recommended to buy a cheap bench cover that will help to protect the bench over the winter months when you won't be using it at all.