How to Choose a Bench for the Entry or the End of the Bed

Choosing a bench for an entry or the end of the bed comes down to two numbers: seat height and width. Sherrill Furniture, available through Sutter & Vale, offers real range across both in its bench collection, with every piece made to order so the fabric and finish fit your room rather than a showroom floor.

What Size Bench Works in an Entry or at the Foot of the Bed?

Seat height and width determine whether a bench feels right in the space. Seat height should let you sit and rise without effort. Most people find 17 to 20 inches comfortable. End-of-bed benches benefit from matching the mattress height so the transition feels natural. Entry benches can sit slightly lower.

Width follows the placement:

• Entry: leave at least 6 inches on each side of the bench within the wall or console behind it. A 26 to 31 inch width suits most entries without blocking traffic.
• End of bed: the bench should be narrower than the bed frame. For a queen, 42 inches or under is the standard rule. For a king, stopping around 60 inches keeps proportion.

Which Sherrill Benches Suit a Narrow Entry?

Compact frames with a clean silhouette work best where space is tight. The 1769 Bench is 27 inches wide and 18 inches tall, landing right in the practical range. It comes standard in Brown Mahogany with optional nail trim if the room calls for detail. The F438-00 Bench, at 26 inches wide and 17 inches tall, includes roller casters as standard, making it easy to pull out when someone needs a seat.

Which Sherrill Benches Work at the End of the Bed?

Wider frames with a deeper seat look right against a bed. These three models cover the range from a full to a king:

The 1812, at 42 inches wide, works well at the foot of a king or queen without crowding the sides. It comes standard with rollers, so repositioning for bed-making is straightforward.

Can You Customize the Fabric and Finish?

Yes. Sherrill's Build-Your-Own program lets you specify fabric and finish on a frame until it fits the room. Standard finishes are Brown Mahogany or, on select frames, no finish. Fabrics such as Rayburn Oatmeal ship as the standard option, but available choices go further. Every bench in this collection is made to order.

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep should an entry bench be?

A depth of 18 to 22 inches is practical for sitting without projecting too far into a hallway. Most of the Sherrill frames here fall in that range, keeping circulation clear.

Do these benches come with casters?

Several models, including the 1732, 1781, F438-00, and 1812, come standard with rollers. Casters are especially useful in a bedroom where you move the bench regularly for bed-making.

How long does a made-to-order bench take?

Lead times vary by frame and specification. Your Sutter & Vale representative can confirm the current production window when you place an order.

The Sutter & Vale Team