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What is a good height for a bench seat?

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What is a good height for a bench seat?
A bench seat should be between 18 and 20 inches in height (46-51 cm). Though this is an average range, the height depends on its use. Bench height is also defined based on the distance from the seat to the ground. Find antique and vintage benches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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High Back Pine Settle, Fireside Pub Bench
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
High Back Pine Settle, Fireside Pub Bench This is an old Pine Settle, it has a planked back and
Category

Vintage 1920s Rustic Benches

Materials

Pine

Harvey Probber Model PUB 70½ Mahogany and Brass Bench
By Harvey Probber
Located in Lynn, MA
Rare luxurious upholstered bench with mahogany legs with solid brass accents. Cataloged as PUB 70
Category

20th Century American Benches

Materials

Brass

1 OF 4 RESTORED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SNOOKER HALL PUB BENCHES
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
stunning, fully restored extra large Victorian Snooker hall pub benches with new Italian leather upholstery
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique 18th Century English Gothic Revival Paneled Oak Pub Bench Settle Pew
Located in Dayton, OH
Extraordinary 18th century English oak pub bench / settee / sofa. A rectangular form with high
Category

Antique 18th Century Gothic Revival Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

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