Welcome back! Yesterday, we rhapsodized about our love of teak in general, and teak shower benches in particular. It’s not too surprising, since teak has become one of the world’s most popular types of wood for furniture. But why this particular wood, and what qualities does it have to vault it into the upper echelons of wood popularity?

Yesterday, we gave 5 reasons to pick teak benches, and today, we’ve got another 5.

1. Teak is one of the densest and heaviest varieties of wood. As a result, that makes it a great choice as a highly stable furniture material. People who have difficulties with their mobility can use a shower bench that’s so stable, they never need worry about it tipping over.
2. It’s not uncommon to see a shower bench designed with a handy shelf placed below the seat. This shelf is a useful spot for shampoo, soaps, conditioners, and all of your necessary shower accessories. Plus, it keeps the shower more organized and prevents mildew growth and water pooling.
3. Buying birthday or holiday gifts can be difficult and frustrating. But practically everybody showers, so a shower bench is a gift that’s practical. Along with that, teak is a wood that’s eye-catching and sophisticated, and it adds a touch of class to any area it occupies.
4. A teak bench isn’t just designed for bathrooms. It can be used outdoors at the pool, patio, or at the garden, since its natural waterproofing attribute makes it the perfect wood to endure the elements.
5. Wood is a design choice that is frequently warm and soothing. With its minimalistic and modern beauty, placing a teak bench in any area of your house will create a subtle touch of class.