Why is cast iron used for benches?

Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.

How much does a cast iron bench weigh?

The weight of a cast iron bench depends mainly on the size of the bench and whether other materials, such as wood are used in it. Cast iron weighs 0.26 pounds per cubic inch, making it quite a heavy material, and ideal for outdoor furniture that you want to ensure can weather heavy winds and precipitation. Shop an array of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.

Cast Iron Benches 1830

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English Regency Cast Iron Park Bench, Circa 1830

Located in Gloucester, GB

English Regency cast iron park bench Circa 1830 - Ornate cast iron legs x 3 - New solid Ash

Category

Antique 1830s English Regency Benches

Materials

Iron

English Regency Cast Iron Park Bench, Circa 1830

H 33.08 in W 96.46 in D 35.83 in

Antique English Victorian Coalbrookdale Horse Chestnut Pattern Garden Seat/Bench

Located in Glasgow, GB

A Coalbrookdale Horse Chestnut pattern cast iron garden seat or bench, circa 1870. The pierced back

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique English Victorian Coalbrookdale Horse Chestnut Pattern Garden Seat/Bench

H 38.59 in W 74.41 in D 31.11 in

Karl Friedrich Schinkel Inspired Iron Garden Bench in the Neoclassical Style

Located in Miami, FL

cast iron with angels in relief along back rail, rams heads on armrest, wooden-plank seat, and resting

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Neoclassical Benches

Materials

Iron

Karl Friedrich Schinkel Inspired Iron Garden Bench in the Neoclassical Style

H 31 in W 48 in D 21 in

Mid-19th Century English Iron Garden Bench

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine early bench cast between 1830 and 1850 is in a naturalistic twig form covered sparingly

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century English Iron Garden Bench

H 33 in W 50 in D 21 in

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Questions About Cast Iron Benches 1830

Why is cast iron used for benches?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
How much does a cast iron bench weigh?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The weight of a cast iron bench depends mainly on the size of the bench and whether other materials, such as wood are used in it. Cast iron weighs 0.26 pounds per cubic inch, making it quite a heavy material, and ideal for outdoor furniture that you want to ensure can weather heavy winds and precipitation. Shop an array of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.

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