VIFAH Balthazar 5-ft. Wood Garden Bench

Create a more welcoming garden, yard, or patio with this spacious bench. Up to three people can sit together for casual conversation or to simply admire the surroundings. This bench features a backrest with an appealing crisscross pattern, and seat that is subtly curved for ergonomic comfort. Crafted from shorea wood, which comes from the teak family. A natural earthy finish makes this bench a fitting choice for any outdoor setting.
A clear sealant is applied to the bench to preserve the natural wood color and protect the bench from rain, insects and mildew.
Assembly is quick and easy. It takes approximately 10-15 minutes to assemble.

About Shorea Wood
Shorea is possibly the best wood choice for outdoor furniture. Related to Burma teak, this hardwood grows naturally and plentifully in the Pacific Rim countries, making it considerably less expensive than teak. Because shorea is dense, heavy, and hard, and contains an abundance of natural oils, it is highly resistant to rot, bug infestation, weather, and marring.

Shorea is strong and weather-resistant enough to be left untreated. If left untreated, each piece will weather to a nice shade of gray. The weathering process will change the color, but the grain will still be smooth. You may treat each piece with Teak Oil to prolong weathering. Each piece is durable, classic, and elegant.

An Eco-Friendly Choice
We realize the importance of preserving our environment. Regulations on harvesting shorea wood promote the sustainability of the species and encourage responsible practices for the sake of conservation. Shorea trees are not allowed to be harvested until they reach a certain size, which allows younger trees to grow and reproduce. When you purchase furniture made of shorea wood, you're not only getting a piece of great quality and durability, but you're also contributing to the wise use of natural wood resources.

A light clear sealer is applied to the wood to help maintain the natural coloring and to provide some protection from the elements. We recommend reapplying the sealer once or twice a year, other wise the wood will weather to a silvery gray. Sealer can be purchased at your local hardware store.