First of all, this bench arrived in one day (super fast shipping!) I was impressed with the quality of the wood (my husband looked at it and asked if it was teak). It looked exactly as it did in the picture. I also liked the fact that you didn't need any tools to put the bench together (everything you need is included in a package with the parts). It was so easy to put together, I never even looked at the instructions. All of the parts fit together perfectly, which is saying a lot, because I have other, more expensive benches that needed modifications in order to assemble them. This bench is not only beautiful, but very sturdy as well (it seats 3 comfortably). It looks great in my yard, and, sorry to say, looks better than all of the other more expensive benches I have bought in the past. For the price, you can't beat it. I am extremely happy with this purchase.

Years ago the first review I ever submitted to Amazon was for another brand of outdoor all-weather bench seating. I still have those and I stand by that review though it's rather pointless since it has not been available for some time now. Recently I had a need for another set of two benches. This time they would be used indoors, albeit with heavy usage because I needed them to replace a set of two upholstered 3 seat chair units in my shoe store. So, it was back to Amazon again to see what was currently offered.

After a bit of on-line research I decided on the Strathwood All-Weather 3-Seater Bench. I ordered two and, like always, they came in right away. Upon opening the box it seemed that big and heavy furniture with so many interlocking pieces (I refer here to the already installed slats) should have been packed a bit more solidly. That said, however, I felt fortunate as the bench itself was in good shape with no missing hardware.

The execution of putting the bench together was easy as everything lined up, there were the proper number of bolts, and the included allen wrench worked well. So far so good, but how did it look? Well, the finish was as good as I had hoped for and the design had generous length in the seat slats and a slightly raked backward slant to the back. I cannot stress how important these two features are...They determine the comfort of the seating and I think the Strathwood has it right as it is comfortable to the point of not requiring seat or back cushioning. The thickness of the wood, though not as robust as those unbelievably expensive "Smith & Hawken" (retail store) type benches is more than adequate if not as indestructible.

The Strathwood 3-Seater Bench is, in my opinion, a "high-value" buy in outdoor seating. Though I'd love to be told about a better buy at, or near, the pricing of the Strathwood...I'm not holding my breath. I therefore recommend this bench and hope Amazon will have this available again shortly.

Looks like an excellent bench. Ordered one. Is still out of stock after about a month. Why doesn't Amazon contact the manufacturer and get a date for delivery? Why the extended mystery? Do you still carry the bench? Maybe it should be taken off the site until Amazon can figure out what's happening.

I am very happy with this bench. It's very easy to assemble..it's a cinch even for one person. The workmanship is excellent and it is very sturdy..no wiggly joints. It's comfortable even without cushions for sitting purposes.However, I am using it as an indoor bench for now and I sometimes lie down on it...one needs cushions for that! My only complaint is that the packaging it came with was in a bad shape..leading to some minor scratches on the arm rest. I wish to get matching armchairs (not the folding ones)for it but they are out-of-stock. Overall, I very happy with the product and the service that Amazon provided.

When I got this off Amazon it was $109 with free shipping!! It arrived and 2 of us put it together in 10-15minutes!Very easy to put together. Arrived just fine. STURDY!!