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.

Spanish Iron Benches

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Iron Bench in Striped Fabric

H 18 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in

Gilt Spanish Iron Bench with Lyre-Shaped Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

A vintage 1950s Spanish iron bench, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship in its lyre-shaped base

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Gilt Spanish Iron Bench with Lyre-Shaped Base

H 19 in W 29 in D 14.5 in

Spanish Iron Bench in Muslin

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant Spanish gilt iron bench was recently made by skilled artisans and features gently

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Iron Bench in Muslin

H 20 in W 30 in D 20.5 in

Spanish Iron Bench in Striped Fabric

Located in Buchanan, NY

This beautiful Spanish gilt iron bench was recently made by skilled European artisans and features

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Iron Bench in Striped Fabric

H 17 in W 30.5 in D 17.25 in

Spanish Iron Bench in Gold Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant iron bench was recently crafted by skilled artisans and features scrolled legs and a

Category

2010s Spanish Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Iron Bench in Gold Velvet

H 19 in W 27.5 in D 16 in

Spanish Iron Bench with Scrolled Legs

Located in Buchanan, NY

This beautiful Spanish gilt iron bench was recently made by skilled European artisans and features

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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Iron Bench with Scrolled Legs

H 20 in W 30 in D 20.5 in

Pair of Spanish Iron Benches in Striped Fabric

Located in Buchanan, NY

These elegant Spanish gilt iron benches were recently hand crafted by skilled European artisans

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Spanish Iron Benches in Striped Fabric

H 17 in W 30.5 in D 17.25 in

Spanish Iron Bench in Gold Velvet with Bronze and Gold Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

This recently crafted iron bench embodies the elegance and enduring appeal of classic Spanish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Neoclassical Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Iron Bench in Gold Velvet with Bronze and Gold Base

H 18 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench

Located in Buchanan, NY

This lovely Spanish gilt iron bench features a hammered hourglass frame with scrolled legs. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench

H 19 in W 28 in D 16 in

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench in Purple Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

This Spanish 1950s gilt iron bench embodies a vintage charm that is timeless as well as modern. Its

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench in Purple Velvet

H 18 in W 31 in D 12.5 in

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Scrolled Feet

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant Spanish gilt iron bench was recently hand crafted by skilled European artisans using

Category

2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Scrolled Feet

H 18 in W 25.5 in D 16.5 in

Spanish Wrought Iron Bench W/ Embossed Leather Cushion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Spanish wrought iron "X" bench from the early 1900's. The bench has developed a beautiful patina. A

Category

Antique Early 1900s Spanish Baroque Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron Bench W/ Embossed Leather Cushion

H 23 in W 22 in D 22 in

Pair Wrought Iron Upholstered Spanish Colonial Style X Benches

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a gorgeous pair of Spanish colonial X benches. The benches feature gorgeous hand-wrought

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Wrought Iron Upholstered Spanish Colonial Style X Benches

H 23 in W 18.5 in D 18.25 in

Pair of Spanish Gilt Iron Benches in Muslin

Located in Buchanan, NY

A lovely pair of recently made iron benches with gracefully curved legs and central stretchers that

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Spanish Gilt Iron Benches in Muslin

H 19 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in

Spanish 18th Century Bench with Iron Rivets

Located in London, Charterhouse Square

A long Spanish bench with iron rivets, supported by three legs. The legs have some ageing and wear

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Wood

Spanish 18th Century Bench with Iron Rivets

H 33.86 in W 98.82 in D 15.75 in

1980s Spanish Neobaroque Style Cast Iron Garden Bench Seat

Located in Marbella, ES

1980s Spanish Neobaroque style cast iron garden bench seat.

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Vintage 1980s Spanish Benches

Materials

Iron

1980s Spanish Neobaroque Style Cast Iron Garden Bench Seat

H 31.5 in W 50.01 in D 19.69 in

Mid 20th C. Spanish Iron & Leather Bench Stools

Located in Southampton, NJ

An unusual pair of Spanish Colonial style leather & Iron benches or stools embellished with large

Category

Vintage 1970s American Spanish Colonial Benches

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid 20th C. Spanish Iron & Leather Bench Stools

H 17 in W 22.5 in D 18.5 in

Small Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Scrolled Feet

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant small scale iron bench was recently handcrafted by skilled European artisans using

Category

2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Iron

Small Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Scrolled Feet

H 17 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in

Pair of Spanish Gilt Iron Benches in Striped Fabric

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant pair of Spanish gilt iron benches was recently handcrafted by expert European artisans

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Spanish Gilt Iron Benches in Striped Fabric

H 21 in W 31 in D 13.5 in

Small Hand Forged Spanish Gilt Iron Bench in Muslin

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant small scale Spanish gilt iron bench was recently crafted by skilled European artisans

Category

2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Iron

Small Hand Forged Spanish Gilt Iron Bench in Muslin

H 17 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in

Vintage Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Ornate Twisted Frame

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant vintage 1950s Spanish gilt iron bench features an ornate, elaborately twisted hand

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Vintage Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Ornate Twisted Frame

H 18.5 in W 33 in D 12.5 in

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Scrolled Feet in Muslin

Located in Buchanan, NY

This magnificent Spanish gilt iron bench was recently handcrafted by skilled European artisans and

Category

2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Scrolled Feet in Muslin

H 18 in W 25.5 in D 16.5 in

Spanish Mid Century Modern Iron Bench with Arched Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

This exquisite Spanish gilt iron bench, dating from the 1950s, is a testament to the enduring

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Mid Century Modern Iron Bench with Arched Base

H 19 in W 26 in D 15 in

Pair of Small Spanish Gilt Iron Benches with Twisted Stretchers

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant pair of small scale Spanish gilt iron benches was recently handcrafted by expert

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Small Spanish Gilt Iron Benches with Twisted Stretchers

H 17 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in

Vintage Mid Century Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Ornate Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

This magnificent mid century Spanish gilt iron bench was hand forged by skilled artisans and

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mid Century Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Ornate Base

H 19 in W 32.5 in D 18 in

Pair of Small Hand Forged Spanish Gilt Iron Benches in Muslin

Located in Buchanan, NY

These beautiful Spanish gilt iron benches were recently made by skilled European artisans and

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Small Hand Forged Spanish Gilt Iron Benches in Muslin

H 17 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in

19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Bleached Chestnut and Iron Bench

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a hallway or entry with this elegant antique bench. Crafted in Spain circa 1880 and built

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Bleached Chestnut and Iron Bench

H 33.25 in W 58.5 in D 21.25 in

STUNNING FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE HAND LEATHER STITCHED SPANISH IRON WINDOW BENCH

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

and very rare hand dyed vintage circa 1960's Spanish leather stitched woven bench or window seat

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

STUNNING FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE HAND LEATHER STITCHED SPANISH IRON WINDOW BENCH

H 24.81 in W 49.22 in D 22.05 in

Spanish Antique Ebony Barley Twist Bench Ottoman with Wrought Iron Stretchers

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Exquisite ebony Spanish bench with turned wrought iron stretchers, a perfect addition to any

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Spanish Antique Ebony Barley Twist Bench Ottoman with Wrought Iron Stretchers

H 20 in W 44 in D 17 in

Spanish Baroque Walnut and Iron Hall Bench, mid 17th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

constructed entirely of solid walnut and trimmed with wrought iron details, two large planks used

Category

Antique 1650s Spanish Baroque Benches

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Baroque Walnut and Iron Hall Bench, mid 17th century

H 34.5 in W 71.75 in D 20.5 in

Gilt Iron Bench

Located in Buchanan, NY

A lovely 1950s Spanish gilt iron bench with an hourglass frame, stretcher and finials. Add a

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Benches

Materials

Upholstery

Gilt Iron Bench

H 19 in W 26.5 in D 16 in

18th century Spanish Pine Wood Bench from a Church with Iron Nails

Located in Marbella, ES

18th century Spanish Pine Wood Bench from a Church with Iron Nails

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Wood

18th century Spanish Pine Wood Bench from a Church with Iron Nails

H 34.26 in W 82.68 in D 19.3 in

Gilt Iron Bench in Mauve Striped Fabric

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant Spanish gilt iron bench was recently made by skilled European artisans using

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Gilt Iron Bench in Mauve Striped Fabric

H 17 in W 30.5 in D 17.25 in

Vintage Spanish Baroque Carved Mahogany Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Upholstery, Iron

Category

Vintage 1950s American Baroque Benches

Materials

Iron

Vintage Spanish Baroque Carved Mahogany Bench

H 21 in W 54 in D 20.75 in

Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Bench, Savonarola, Throne

Located in Miami, FL

Stylish wrought iron Curule bench made in the neoclassical taste. Featuring an X-form design with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Bench, Savonarola, Throne

H 25.4 in W 25.4 in D 15.75 in

Spanish Baroque 17th century walnut Flip-Bench or Low Table

Located in Troy, NY

The multifunctional bench can be used open or closed for seating or as a low table. Of bold stature

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Baroque 17th century walnut Flip-Bench or Low Table

H 35 in W 44 in D 19 in

New Black Wrought Iron Bench with Arms and Back

Located in Miami, FL

A wonderful French wrought iron Baguès style bench with lattice seat and scrolled arms. Cushion

Category

2010s Spanish Belle Époque Benches

Materials

Iron

New Black Wrought Iron Bench with Arms and Back

H 37 in W 55.9 in D 16.53 in

Iron Brass Leather Curule

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Spanish iron leather curule with large brass finials and accents.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Iron, Brass

Iron Brass Leather Curule

H 27.5 in W 21.75 in D 15.75 in

Boomerang Bench, Black by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Boomerang bench, black by Pepe Albargues. Dimensions: W 152, D 72, H 79, seat 43 Materials: Paint

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Boomerang Bench, Black by Pepe Albargues

H 31.11 in W 59.85 in D 30.32 in

Trampolín Bench, Blue by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Trampolín Bench, Blue by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W135, D49, H83, Seat 44 Materials: Chrome

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Trampolín Bench, Blue by Pepe Albargues

H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 53.15 in

Set of Boomerang Bench & Chair, Black by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of boomerang bench & chair, black by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W152, D72, H79, Seat 43 (Bench

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Set of Boomerang Bench & Chair, Black by Pepe Albargues

H 31.11 in W 59.85 in D 30.32 in

Set of 2 Trampolín Bench, Blue by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 Trampolín bench, blue by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W135, D49, H83, Seat 44. Materials

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Set of 2 Trampolín Bench, Blue by Pepe Albargues

H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 53.15 in

Spanish Leather and Iron Chair with Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Spanish chestnut leather and wrought iron chair set, including a bench or ottoman, showcases a

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Chairs

Materials

Iron

Spanish Leather and Iron Chair with Bench

H 39.3 in W 19.6 in D 19.6 in

Small Ornate Spanish Gilt Iron Bench

Located in Buchanan, NY

A unique Spanish gilt iron bench with an ornate base. Add a vintage touch to your space with this

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Art Nouveau Stools

Materials

Iron

Small Ornate Spanish Gilt Iron Bench

H 15 in W 16.25 in D 12.5 in

Vintage Four-Seat 1970s Spanish Iron Cinema Bench

Located in Marbella, ES

Vintage four-seat 1970s Spanish iron cinema bench.

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Four-Seat 1970s Spanish Iron Cinema Bench

H 29.14 in W 76.78 in D 17.72 in

Pair of Spanish Style Iron Leather Curule Stool Benches

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Gorgeous pair of mid-century modern wrought iron stools or benches featuring greco-roman style

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Spanish Style Iron Leather Curule Stool Benches

H 14 in W 16 in D 16 in

Spanish Bench or Low Console Table with Drawers, Lyre Legs and Iron Stretcher

Located in Miami, FL

19th century Spanish bench or low console table with carved lye legs in two side of both legs

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Baroque Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish Bench or Low Console Table with Drawers, Lyre Legs and Iron Stretcher

H 21.46 in W 55.12 in D 15.36 in

Spanish Work Bench Console Table

Located in Barcelona, ES

Child Workbench as Console Table, Spain, 1930s Child size carpenter's workbench console. Brutalist

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Industrial Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish Work Bench Console Table

H 26.78 in W 38.59 in D 15.75 in

Contemporary Spanish-Style Oak Dining Table and Bench with Wrought Iron Stretche

Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR

This exceptional set, composed of a large table and its matching bench, are characterful pieces

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Contemporary Spanish-Style Oak Dining Table and Bench with Wrought Iron Stretche

H 29.92 in W 70.87 in D 35.43 in

New Large Iron Hall Bench for Outdoor and Indoor with Epoxy Finished

Located in Miami, FL

New large iron hall bench for outdoor and indoor with epoxy finished You can request it with anti

Category

2010s Spanish Industrial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

New Large Iron Hall Bench for Outdoor and Indoor with Epoxy Finished

H 31.5 in W 122.05 in D 17.72 in

New Park or Garden Bench in Iron Structure with Wood Slabs, Indoor and Outdoor

Located in Miami, FL

New park or garden bench in iron structure with wood slabs. Indoor and outdoor.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

New Park or Garden Bench in Iron Structure with Wood Slabs, Indoor and Outdoor

H 47.24 in W 98.42 in D 23.62 in

Contemporary Ceramic Coffeetable Bench Glazed Stoneware Yellow Green Iron Oxide

By Xavier Mañosa, Apparatu

Located in Rubi, Catalunya

Handmade stoneware coffee table manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The piec...

Category

2010s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware

Contemporary Ceramic Coffeetable Bench Glazed Stoneware Yellow Green Iron Oxide

H 8.08 in W 45.28 in D 10.04 in

Worm Bench VII by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Worm bench VII by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 180 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood, foam CMHR

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Worm Bench VII by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 25.6 in

Worm Bench i by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Worm bench I by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 130 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood, foam CMHR

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Worm Bench i by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 51.19 in D 25.6 in

Worm Bench III by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Worm bench III by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 104 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood, foam CMHR

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Worm Bench III by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 40.95 in D 25.6 in

Worm Bench II by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Worm bench II by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 154 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood, foam CMHR

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Worm Bench II by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 60.63 in D 25.6 in

Worm Bench iv by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Worm bench IV by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 230 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood, foam CMHR

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Worm Bench iv by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 90.56 in D 25.6 in

End Module Worm Bench by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

End Module Worm bench by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 65 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

End Module Worm Bench by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Straight Module Worm Bench by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Straight module worm bench by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 50 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Straight Module Worm Bench by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 25.6 in

Blue Worm Bench VI by Pepe Albargues

By Pepe Albargues

Located in Geneve, CH

Blue worm bench VI by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: D 65 x W 230 x H 50 cm Materials: Plywood, foam

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Blue Worm Bench VI by Pepe Albargues

H 19.69 in W 90.56 in D 25.6 in

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Spanish Iron Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Spanish iron benches for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Spanish iron benches — often made from iron, metal and wood — can elevate any home. We have 118 antique and vintage Spanish iron benches in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of Spanish iron benches available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Spanish iron benches are generally popular furniture pieces, but Baroque, Art Deco and Neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs.

How Much are Spanish Iron Benches?

Spanish iron benches can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,500, while the lowest priced sells for $595 and the highest can go for as much as $14,900.

Finding the Right Benches for You

Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.

Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.

Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.

For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.

Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.

Questions About Spanish Iron Benches

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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