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<\/a>Photo:\u00a0The Residences at Mandarin Oriental\/Flickr<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\nBenches are the unsung heroes of home decor. Their versatility allows them to be used in an entryway, at the foot of the bed, under a window, at the dining table or in the living room as a coffee table. Here are 10 benches in a variety of styles that you\u2019ll be eager to take a seat on.<\/span><\/p>\n This schoolhouse staple is a great addition to any space. The mixed media bench is crafted\u00a0<\/span>of acacia wood and stained a light matte brown. It features a steel frame and exposed hardware.<\/span><\/p>\n Sleek, stylish and sophisticated — that\u2019s the impression this piece gives off. With trendy quatrefoil upholstery and a geometric frame in a gold plated finish, it\u2019s sure to make a statement in your master suite or living room.<\/span><\/p>\n We make far too many references to Mad Men when writing about mid-century modern, but here\u2019s another one! This practical bench would be the perfect spot for Sally, Bobby and Gene to lace up their saddle shoes.<\/span><\/p>\n Photo: overstock.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Need seating and storage? This modern industrial bench features three colorful baskets for storing all the crap that accumulates around the front door. They can be easily removed and put back into place, which makes cleaning up a cinch.<\/span>5.\u00a0Homestyle bench from The Land of Nod<\/a>, $299<\/strong><\/p>\n A new twist on the classic Windsor design, this wooden bench from children\u2019s furniture retailer The Land of Nod boasts two roomy drawers that are lined with a sunny pop of color.<\/span><\/p>\n Seek out positive vibes with this colorful boho bench, featuring hairpin legs and a cushioned seat covered in a southwestern print.<\/span><\/p>\n If it\u2019s shabby chic you seek, then this upholstered bench is for you. With tufted, sea mist-colored cotton velour and a distressed oak frame, this piece will lend a vintage feel to an entryway, living room or bedroom.<\/span><\/p>\n Choosing a bench with a subtle pattern adds visual interest without distracting from the rest of your decor. This mid-century design has a cushy top and is finished with solid wood legs.<\/p>\n This angular bench is available in grey and\u00a0chartreuse. It features splayed walnut-finished legs and a tufted linen seat — perfect for establishing the entryway of your home or adding character to your\u00a0bedroom.<\/p>\n A timeless spindled design looks fresh and new with a coat of mint paint. This ultra affordable bench blends seamlessly into country or urban decor.<\/span><\/p>\n Use them in an entryway, at the foot of the bed, under a window, at the dining table or in the living room as a coffee table. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":145981,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","apple_news_api_created_at":"","apple_news_api_id":"","apple_news_api_modified_at":"","apple_news_api_revision":"","apple_news_api_share_url":"","apple_news_coverimage":0,"apple_news_coverimage_caption":"","apple_news_is_hidden":false,"apple_news_is_paid":false,"apple_news_is_preview":false,"apple_news_is_sponsored":false,"apple_news_maturity_rating":"","apple_news_metadata":"\"\"","apple_news_pullquote":"","apple_news_pullquote_position":"","apple_news_slug":"","apple_news_sections":[],"apple_news_suppress_video_url":false,"apple_news_use_image_component":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11269],"tags":[],"coauthors":[8647],"apple_news_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\n1. Principle bench from <\/b>CB2<\/b><\/a>, $499<\/b><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: cb2.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n2. Chloe upholstered bench from <\/b>Joss & Main<\/b><\/a>, $179.95<\/b><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: jossandmain.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n3.\u00a0Draper storage entryway bench from Wayfair<\/a>, $379.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: wayfair.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n4.\u00a0Metal wood storage bench from Overstock<\/a>, $234.99<\/strong>
<\/a><\/h2>\n<\/a>Photo: landofnod.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n6.\u00a0Upholstered hairpin bench from World Market<\/a>, $149.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: worldmarket.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n7.\u00a0Safavieh Ramsey bench from Overstock<\/a>, $314.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: overstock.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n8. Printed upholstered bench from <\/b>Urban Outfitters<\/b><\/a>, $369<\/b><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: urbanoutfitters.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n9. Linen entryway bench from Wayfair, $299.99\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: wayfair.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n10.\u00a0Sydney bench from Joss & Main<\/a>, $171.95<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: jossandmain.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n