Benches are the basic equipment of most green areas. The value of rest depends on their quality, Therefore, they should meet certain requirements. The garden bench should be convenient above all. Therefore, material, from which the seat is made and the back, it should be smooth and without sharp edges. The completely flat surfaces of the seat or backrest are not very comfortable, Therefore, it is recommended to form them in a manner adapted to the shape of the human body (Anatomical shape). Benches with a backrest significantly tilted back and a short distance of the seat from the ground are always more convenient, which allows the legs to be placed in an almost upright position. On this bench you can rest in a reciprocal position. Benches are placed in different places and in different surroundings; So it is required, that they harmonize with this surroundings. The overall appearance of the benches should be aesthetic, and their plastic nature properly selected for the type of object. For example, in historic gardens, the bench is appropriate, which was used in a given historical or appropriately stylized period. It is improper, however, to set typical benches in such places.
Bench shapes should be as simple as possible, adapted to its basic role. By simplifying shapes, it is possible to use a specific type of benches in different conditions. For the same reasons, the color of the bench should be as neutral as possible. Do not paint the benches too bright, and even more so -colored, Because in garden conditions it creates an adverse impression, especially surrounded by multi -colored plants. It also seems, that it is wrong to paint benches in green, making them difficult to see for people looking for a place of rest. Therefore, the most justified is painting benches in light gray. This applies to the seat and support, However, structural elements should be painted in dark gray or black, which reduces their visibility.