I have an old bench outside. What else can I use it for?

Bonnie Botham
by Bonnie Botham
It's about 4 feet long and 2 1/2 feet high and finished w a reddish brown stain. It's very rough. Aside from putting plants on it is there any other use for it?


  5 answers
  • C. D. Scallan C. D. Scallan on Jun 26, 2017

    You can make a cushion for the rough seat with a bit foam and a cute tablecloth from the dollar store . Get some wire baskets to go underneath and now you have added storage .

  • CJ CJ on Jun 26, 2017

    Use as a flower stand

  • Norris720 Norris720 on Jun 26, 2017

    Bonnie Botham - Pictures would help with better suggestions. Do you have a porch or large tree you can re-purpose it as a swing with modifications.

  • Donna D Meadows Donna D Meadows on Jun 26, 2017

    Use it to set up a nice welcoming vignette. Make a welcome sign that will stand against the bench (make it vertical). Add some pretty plants, maybe a pair of colorful garden boots, gloves, a

  • Donna D Meadows Donna D Meadows on Jun 26, 2017

    spade, other garden items, a nice throw if this area is covered. Good luck!