Home Organization: A Storage Bench for Every Room

Virtually every room in the house requires some type of seating; why not make the most of it with a storage bench? We're sure you can find one fit for every style - and every need - of the rooms of your home.

Entryway Storage Benches
Entryway storage benches are perfect for keeping hats, shoes, umbrellas, rain ponchos, and even extra sets of house keys at the ready when you're on your way out. Closed and topped with a soft cushion, a hall tree storage bench also offers homeowners a place to sit to put on shoes. Up the storage ante even more by opting for an indoor bench with an affixed mirror to check appearances on the way out or coat and hat hooks to keep things neat when coming in.

Living Room Storage Benches
In the living room, a storage ottoman can offer accent seating in addition to couches and chairs, as well as a handy place to tuck magazines, books, remotes, CDs and DVDs, and batteries and cords. Choose a backless bench with a glass or decorative top and put it to work as a coffee table, too.

Cedar Chests
Backless storage benches are perfect for bedroom corners or the ends of beds; they can keep extra blankets and linens, pillows, and seasonal clothing safe and sound until cold weather sets in. When it does, keep warm weather clothes in your cedar chest.