Pull up a pew and enjoy the great outdoors with these super-stylish garden benches for all tastes and budgets The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on ...

There's no shortage of materials for garden benches. Each has its own aesthetic and practical advantages. However, two materials often come to mind here: concrete and wood. To figure out which one is ...

Longer and summery nights promise quality time in the garden with family and friends - so why not show it some love? If you've tried dusting off the outdoor table or ...

A well-placed bench in a garden is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s an invitation. It asks visitors to slow down, pause for a moment and take in the beauty that surrounds them. It also can ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

Answer: As you discovered, most plastic lumber sags easily. Manufacturers warn that real wood, not plastic lumber, should be used for the support structure on deck boards, and they advise spacing the ...

BOSSES at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) have axed controversial plans to replace rotting wooden memorial benches with plastic alternatives after the proposal was criticised by visitors.

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. They say prevention is always better than cure. While we’re ...