Great question! Most of the benches we offer come as easy-to-assemble kits, simply because that’s the smartest way to ship them without damaging the finish or driving up costs. But I totally get that nobody wants to spend a whole afternoon wrestling with confusing instructions. So here’s the honest breakdown.
Fully Assembled Benches – We do have a select range of smaller, more compact benches (usually around 3 feet long or less) that ship fully assembled. These are perfect if you hate dealing with tools or need a seat right out of the box. They’ll arrive in a big box, already put together, so you just lift it out and place it on the patio. The trade-off? Shipping costs are a bit higher, and the box is bigger, so you’ll need a clear path from your doorstep to your garden.
Kit Benches – Most of our larger, sturdier benches (especially those with curved seats or detailed armrests) arrive in a flat-packed box with all the pieces unwrapped and labeled. You get pre-drilled holes, a clear instruction booklet, and usually just need a Phillips screwdriver and an Allen key (included). Assembly time is roughly 30 to 60 minutes – perfect while you sip coffee on Sunday morning. And because the parts are nested tightly, shipping is safer and cheaper for you.
One Important Tip – Check the product page of the bench you’re looking at. Right next to the “Shipping Info” badge, you’ll see “Fully Assembled” or “Kit Assembly Required.” And if you’re still unsure, just drop us a quick chat; we’re happy to confirm for your specific order.
So, in short: small benches = fully assembled; big benches = easy kit. Either way, you’ll be sitting on quality wood within an hour of delivery