Good Quality Bench

mylesm

Hi

I am looking to purchase a good quality 6ft Teak Garden Bench if anyone knows where to get one I would appreciate a recomendation

thx
mylesm

PeteFalk78

Where are you based?

mylesm

PeteFalk78 wrote: »

Where are you based?

Dublin 15

PeteFalk78

I bought this one a while ago
http://outdoorfurniture.ie/teak-curved-back-6-foot-bench.html

but if I had to go again I'd buy this
http://outdoorfurniture.ie/teak-peanut-bench.html

Not that the quality was bad but I just prefer the shape of the other one.

DaisyD2

I like the shape of 2nd one myself but just so you know they are currently closed for renovations, went for drive out that way to have a look last weekend & its closed but there were a couple of guys in hi-vis hammering on roof so there was activity & locals say its reopening next cpl of months.

Ended up in Horkans Garden Centre in Glen of the Downs, Wicklow instead, had a lot of stuff I had wanted a look at - i'm buying a Podology lounger when I win lotto

Slick50

mylesm wrote: »

Hi

I am looking to purchase a good quality 6ft Teak Garden Bench if anyone knows where to get one I would appreciate a recomendation

thx
mylesm

There is a fine garden centre out on the N3 on the right just before the turn for Ratoath/Fairyhouse. Another over on the Lucan to Celbridge road, also on the right, about two miles before Celbridge town. Both have a good sellection of furniture.... but not cheap.

lazeedaisy

PeteFalk78 wrote: »

I bought this one a while ago
http://outdoorfurniture.ie/teak-curved-back-6-foot-bench.html

but if I had to go again I'd buy this
http://outdoorfurniture.ie/teak-peanut-bench.html

Not that the quality was bad but I just prefer the shape of the other one.

I bought the 2nd one 6 years ago, still like new love it.

Hate the cheap versions, so flimsy,

A great buy.

mylesm

Thanks for replies I will give them a look

Sonnenblumen

IMO here's a more compelling option (more ergonomic, more durable and more suitable to Irish climate) to a Peanut teak bench and costing < 50%.

mylesm

Sonnenblumen wrote: »

IMO here's a more compelling option (more ergonomic, more durable and more suitable to Irish climate) to a Peanut teak bench and costing < 50%.

Thanks

Why would you say that one is more suitable to Irish Climate it looks like softwood not teak

Sonnenblumen

mylesm wrote: »

Thanks

Why would you say that one is more suitable to Irish Climate it looks like softwood not teak

Pressure treated spruce is a tough, requiring no maintenance and proven timber for wet climates. The teak must be treated annually to protect it against moisture, if not it will rot.

At half the price and the option to also paint with an appealing Cuprinol (Shades) colour, the choice is an easy one me!

BTW some softwoods are harder than some common hardwoods.

mylesm

Sonnenblumen wrote: »

Pressure treated spruce is a tough, requiring no maintenance and proven timber for wet climates. The teak must be treated annually to protect it against moisture, if not it will rot.

At half the price and the option to also paint with an appealing Cuprinol (Shades) colour, the choice is an easy one me!

BTW some softwoods are harder than some common hardwoods.

Thanks

where are the benchs you linked available

Sonnenblumen

mylesm wrote: »

Thanks

where are the benchs you linked available

Terenure (Please PM me for more details).

mylesm

Sonnenblumen wrote: »

Terenure (Please PM me for more details).

Thanks

I think I was in contact with them via web site I found it online

mylesm

Sonnenblumen wrote: »

IMO here's a more compelling option (more ergonomic, more durable and more suitable to Irish climate) to a Peanut teak bench and costing < 50%.

Thanks but I am looking for a more traditional bench

mylesm

Well I just got the new Teak Bench top class made in Limrick I would like to know if anyone can tell me how to keep it looking good I have searched online and there seems to be different ideas some say teak oil others say not to oil
any advise please

Peppa Cig

mylesm wrote: »

Well I just got the new Teak Bench top class made in Limrick I would like to know if anyone can tell me how to keep it looking good I have searched online and there seems to be different ideas some say teak oil others say not to oil
any advise please

Great looking bench.
Irish made?
Cost?

mylesm

Peppa Cig wrote: »

Great looking bench.
Irish made?
Cost?

Really Lovely Bench Made in Ireland in his own Workshop in Limrick he delivered as well fully assembled with all mortice and tenon joints very sturdy and will last years

compared to this

http://outdoorfurniture.ie/roble-st-george-6-foot-wooden-garden-bench.html

its twice the bench

I have no association with the seller he contacted me when he saw my post and I am Delighted to see you can get Irish made Quality still

If you want to know his details pm me and I will contact him not sure if he wants me putting his details on open forum