Livabliss Esmarca Upholstered Bench vs Solid Wood Upholstered Storage Bench

Buy the Esmarca if the bench is going in a styled, modern or transitional room and you want a designer look that stays out of the way. Buy the solid wood storage bench if you need seating for two or three people and a place to stash shoes or blankets. The Esmarca is lighter and easier to move, but its veneer and foam seat are less rugged than the solid wood build of the larger bench. Owners of upholstered benches in this class report the fabric and finish show wear first, so match the material to how hard the bench will be used.

• Choose the Esmarca if you want a slim, designer-upholstered bench for an entry, bedroom foot or dining table in a modern or eclectic room.
• Choose the solid wood storage bench if you need a longer seat for two or three people plus an open shelf for shoes or blankets.