Outdoor Storage Bench For Seating
When looking for an Outdoor Storage Bench For Seating, several options will be available. Your choice will be resin for the best bench for a dual purpose. Most will have a lid that lifts up, so if you add a cushion to your seating that you can store it below to keep it fresh and out of the weather when not in use. The styles and colors that are available will let you choose the proper storage for your outdoor space.
Look for a resin bench if you are wanting something that will be weatherproof, as most wooden ones will not have some kind of seal and items will still be in the weather.
Suncast Hybrid Deck Box
This storage box will have a dark brown resin floor and lid. The lid will be supported with piston closures to keep the lid from slamming down on fingers. The lid is supported by three hinges. The sides are made of Cedar planks that will either weather over time or you can stain or paint to match other items in your outdoor space.
The Cedar planks are pre-drilled for easy assembly. Drill, Drill bit, Adjustable Wrench, and Phillips Screwdriver are required for Assembly.
This storage box will hold 120 gallons of your stuff in a container that is 54.5 inches wide, 27.5 inches deep and 27.5 inches tall.
It contains provisions for a padlock to secure your goods inside.
Pros
- Can be locked
- Cedarwood finish
- PIston to hold the lid open
Cons
- More parts to assemble
- Not all plastic construction
Suncast Patio Seat
This single-seat storage box can be set on a front porch or BBQ area for seating or storage. If you are waiting for a package, have it put in this box for safekeeping until you get home. The beige color will be just at home in the garden or patio area to store small tools.
Assembly requires no tools, just follow the instructions in the order in the manual.
The outside dimension is 30.625 inches wide, 20.75 inches deep, and 29.875 inches high. Internal dimensions are 16.5 inches wide, 26.5 inches long, and 16 inches high. If you want to add a cushion make it 24 inches by 16.5 inches. It weighs about 22 pounds empty and can be easily moved.
Pros
- Takes up small space
- No tools required for assembly
Cons
- Only seating for one
- No lock provision
Suncast 50 Gallon Deck Box with Seat
If you are looking for storage and seating for two and the 99-gallon deck box is too big, this 50 gal Deck Box with a Seat may fit your outdoor space.
Easy to assemble without tools. Can seat two adults maximum weight of 300 pounds. This box does not have any provisions for locking.
External Dimensions are 41 inches wide, 21 inches deep and 23.25 inches tall. Internal dimensions are 37.125 inches wide, 17 inches deep, and 19 inches high.
Pros
- Smaller than big containers
Cons
- Two butts will be a tight fit
- No locking provision
Suncast 99 Gallon Deck Box With Seat
This Taupe color, 99 gallon Deck box with seat will add to storage and seating to any patio or deck area. The large storage area will hold cushions, yard toys or pool toys in a weather-tight environment. The lid does have the ability to be locked, will not accept a padlock, you will have to use a small chain with a lock. The top will be weather-tight to keep out insects and little creatures.
Outside dimensions are 53 1/2 inches wide, 27 1/2 inches deep, and 26 1/2 inches high. Inside dimensions are 50 inches wide, 23 inches wide, and 20 inches high. The seat will support two grown adults without any trouble. Easy to assemble without any tools.
Pros
- Great for bigger items
- Fits even the largest butts
- No tools needed for assembly
Cons
- It Maybe too big for some areas
Where to get your Outdoor Storage Bench For Seating
Conclusion
The size of storage and seating capacity is something you will want to consider before the purchase of your outdoor storage bench for seating. As you have read and seen in this article there are some differences in each one. If you need something to lock, store small or large items, be weatherproof and seat more than one adult your choice will be easier.
If you have any questions or comments use the form below and I will get back to you shortly.
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Thanks for reading,
I love being outdoors. Benches and seating make it much more inviting. Thanks for your recommendations 🙂
this is very well done. I have been looking for something like this for July. I will be getting one soon now. Thanks so much. Great review and extremely helpful.
AJ.
AJ,
Storage Benches have a duel use which makes them very desirable for homeowners looking to make storage decisions.
John
Hi,
These bench / storage units are a great idea to combine the two. This would look great in our back yard and it will help with the kids toys at the same time.
Thanks for giving so many great ideas on this topic!
Vicky
Vicky,
Look at the water proof storage also. Not all of the bench storage units are waterproof.
John
So handy to have a place to store outdoor items and be able to use it for a seat. My husband and I love sitting on our patio, and having something as handy as the Suncast 50 Gallon Deck Box with Seat, will make our time outside all the more pleasant. Thank you for your recommendations.
Cheers
Laurine
Laurine,
There is so much more to put into your outdoor space that just a bench. You can get all kinds of furniture with storage. Having outdoor furniture with dual purpose saves some space if you have a small patio or deck area.
John
Your post on “What to look for in Resin Outdoor Storage Bench For Seating” is a great idea. I have just recently bought a deck box for storage and find it great for keeping things dry until I need them on sunny days.
Your combo boxes for storage and seating would also make great use of space in other areas in my yard. Like you said, I could fit one into place by measuring up the size I need and purchase it to fit right in.
Travis,
These resin outdoor storage benches will make fro great storage solutions and have some appeal for seating. Need to have a cushion to make them really comfortable.
John
Hello John, I’m going to have to keep my wife away from this site (lol). She has been looking for some outdoor dining arrangement ideas for the patio and lately has been showing me all sorts of different types of funiture. I actually will send her over to see what you have. Thanks for all the info!
Kory,
Most of the items on this site are going to make your outdoor space more enjoyable all year long. Please let me know what other items that you would like to see here.
John