YOU’RE BENCHED! (AND IT’S A GOOD THING)

IMAGE ABOVE FEATURES: Margaret Bench: Shown in Backbird

We’d like to introduce you to Margaret, the houseguest you’ll never want to leave. The beautiful and versatile American-made Windsor bench is built to order just for you, and perfect for whatever you want her to do!

This is truly one piece of furniture that stands out among all the rest. We are so in love with the bench that we are dedicating an entire story to show you just what you’ve been missing without Margaret.  

MAKE A STATEMENT

IMAGE ABOVE FEATURES: Margaret Bench: Shown in Ale, Mixed Berry, Porch, Spice, Wheatgrass, China Blue, and Wave.

Nothing says “welcome to our beach house” like the warm welcome of a colorful bench. No matter where you place Margaret, people will gravitate toward the lovely and comfortable place to rest, whether it’s taking off or tying their shoes, reading a book, or sharing a meal. 

As for color, you can never go wrong with classic Black or neutral Oyster, but if you want to make a bold statement for your beach house, choose a vibrant color like Ale (yellow), Sprout (green), or French Blue.

MAKE AN ENTRANCE 

IMAGE ABOVE FEATURES: Margaret Bench: Shown in Marine

A bench placed in your entryway is a subtle way to signal to your guests that this is a great place to “take your shoes off and stay awhile.”  If you choose Margaret as an entryway bench, you can be confident it will last for (and be loved by) generations. The handcrafted bench design makes it sturdy and the versatile styling works well with any décor, from modern to traditional. 

MAKE AN IDEAL DINING SPACE

IMAGE ABOVE FEATURES: Margate Dining Table: Show in Milk with a Maple Top, Margaret Bench: Shown in Vast Sky, Windsor Arm Chair: Shown in Marine, Windsor Dining Chairs: Shown in Marine

Margaret’s clean lines and spacious seating pair well with many rectangular dining tables like our Margate Dining Table. The keys to its success as a dining room bench are that it slides easily under most tables and comfortably seats a surprising number of people. It’s open, airy design blends perfectly in any space, allowing you to place it on either side of the table or against the wall.

MAKE A CLEAN MUDROOM 

IMAGE ABOVE FEATURES: Margaret Bench: Shown in Marine

Don’t let Margaret’s slim legs, clean lines, and sleek profile fool you. This bench is as strong as it is beautiful. Whether you call it a mudroom bench or boot bench (or any other name!), we put all of our benches to the test for durability, and they all came out with flying colors. 

A BENCH OF MANY COLORS

I hope we’ve painted the picture that a bench can serve many purposes in your home, from extra seating in the living room, family room, and dining room to a useful accent piece in the bedroom. In addition to our beloved Margaret bench, Maine Cottage offers an array of unique benches featuring our signature colors and coastal-inspired style.