The benches can have a rugged and roughly assembled appearance for an area with the thick plantations. The wood and stone benches may be intricately carved and shaped artistically. The metal benches may be of different contemporary and traditional styles. The presence of back and arm rests depend upon the usage, style, placement and art work.
Wooden benches with carvings and excellent polish are more suitable and meant for the covered areas. Teak and redwood may be used for outdoor setting. The rugged ones are usually kept in open spaces. The stone, metal and concrete benches are durable in any settings.
The materials like Pine won't last long for the outdoor decor. Superior choices are cypress cedar, redwood and teak being one of the finest and most expensive of all outdoor wooden furniture. Metal benches are outstandingly durable, solidly constructed with heavy materials, but are less comfortable. Stone and concrete are the most durable of all, but are habitually the least comfortable.