Keter Eden 2-in-1 Bench Storage Set: Garden seating and storage

Anyone with a garden will recognise the issue: every summer brings more items that need to stay outdoors. Cushions, a watering can, a ball, a paddling pool and barbecue accessories – before long, the patio starts to resemble a dumping ground. This is where the Keter Eden 2-in-1 Bench Storage Set comes in: a weather-resistant bench that also provides generous storage, literally swallowing up garden clutter.

A practical garden bench with concealed storage

Available from retailers including B&M, this Keter set brings together a traditional two-seater bench and a large built-in storage box. Its key feature is an internal capacity of around 265 litres. It can easily hold common garden essentials, including cushions, toys, tools, watering cans, blankets or supplies for the next picnic.

“A bench that looks like an ordinary garden bench – yet replaces half a garden shed inside.”

Families with children benefit twice over. Rather than carrying balls, sand toys and water pistols back indoors every evening, they can simply be put into the bench, leaving the lawn clear again. There is no daily back-and-forth and no tripping over scattered belongings.

At the same time, it offers a comfortable place to sit. Two people can relax side by side with a cup of tea, a book, or while watching children in the sandpit. Visually, the bench creates a dedicated spot for relaxing in the garden without taking up additional space.

Dimensions, appearance and how it sits in the garden

The Keter Eden measures approximately 140 x 60 x 84 centimetres (width x depth x height). This makes it large enough to provide meaningful storage without looking like a bulky cupboard in the middle of the patio. Its proportions are well suited to typical terraced-house gardens and medium-sized courtyards.

Keter has chosen a wood-effect finish with panel detailing. As a result, the bench fits more naturally into traditional gardens and looks less utilitarian than an exposed plastic storage box. Those with flower beds, wooden fencing or a small patio with planted containers get a piece of furniture that blends in rather than standing out.

• Width: approx. 140 cm – the proportions of a standard garden bench
• Depth: approx. 60 cm – enough storage without obstructing the patio
• Height: approx. 84 cm – a comfortable seat height with a backrest
• Appearance: wood-panel effect with a classic garden style

The seat lifts upwards to reveal the full storage compartment below. Packed sensibly, it holds a surprising amount, such as all the cushions from a small lounge set or several boxes of children’s toys.

Materials and everyday durability

Unlike a genuine wooden bench, the Keter Eden Set is made from hard-wearing resin plastic. This material is designed specifically for outdoor use, so rain, frost and strong sunlight have far less impact on it than they do on conventional timber.

One advantage is that the material requires neither painting nor oiling. There is no staining, sanding, or dealing with rotten boards after a few years. Anyone with little time for garden maintenance gets a piece of furniture that generally needs nothing more than an occasional wipe down.

“Resin instead of wood means: no fading, no splintering and no annual sanding and painting routine.”

The bench has been designed to remain outside throughout the year. This permanent solution is particularly useful in small gardens without room for an additional shed. Once assembled, it stays in position – along with the garden equipment stored inside it.

Security: a lockable compartment for garden essentials

To stop anyone from treating the bench as a “help-yourself chest”, Keter has included a locking option. A padlock can be fitted through the integrated fixture. Although a lock is not supplied, standard padlocks will generally fit.

This is a useful feature for expensive garden equipment or high-quality cushions, particularly in terraced developments or blocks of flats with shared outdoor areas. The bench is not a replacement for full burglary protection, but it does at least deter someone from quickly taking items as they pass by.

Who is the Keter Eden Bench Storage Set suitable for?

The bench is clearly aimed at households that make regular use of their garden but do not want to tidy it constantly. Typical users include:

• Families with children: Sand toys, paddling pools, balls and water pistols can simply be stored inside after playtime.
• People who spend plenty of time on the balcony or patio: Seat pads, blankets and outdoor cushions have a permanent, dry place next to the seating area.
• Keen gardeners: Small tools, gloves, hand trowels and spray bottles remain close at hand without being left on display.
• Commuters and busy households: Anyone without time for intensive garden care needs furniture that remains robust on its own.

At around £100 at B&M, the set sits in the middle of the market: it costs more than a basic plastic box but less than a high-quality solid-wood bench with storage. For anyone who needs both seating and storage, the dual-purpose design can make financial sense.

Strengths and possible drawbacks at a glance

What buyers should consider before ordering

Before buying, it is worth briefly considering your own habits. Those with only a tiny balcony and two chairs are unlikely to need this amount of storage. For a patio or small garden, however, the bench will often be sufficient as the main storage solution.

It is sensible to think in advance about precisely what will be kept inside: just cushions and blankets, or larger toys and gardening equipment as well? Running through this beforehand makes it easier to judge whether 265 litres will remain enough over time, or whether an additional box may be required.

Practical everyday uses for the Keter Eden Bench Storage Set

A common example is the barbecue season: the barbecue comes out of the shed in May, then firelighters, barbecue gloves, tongs and charcoal are left scattered around until September. These items can be collected in a separate container inside the bench, keeping everything within easy reach for an impromptu barbecue evening.

Or consider the familiar summer-holiday situation: a thunderstorm arrives just before departure and all the seat cushions get wet. Storing them in the bench in time means there is far less to worry about on rainy days, even while nobody is at home.

Combining the set with other garden ideas

The effect becomes particularly appealing when the furniture is incorporated into a small overall layout. For example, the bench could stand back-to-back with a raised bed. One side becomes a place to relax, while lettuce and vegetables grow on the other. Tools for the bed are stored directly inside the bench.

The same approach also works in tiny gardens or on larger balconies. Positioned beside a compact bistro set or a narrow lounge bench, the Keter bench acts as an additional enclosed “cupboard” while also accommodating guests. Those with lots of plants can store pots, fertiliser and compost inside, preventing the balcony from looking like a storage area.

For longer-term planning, one further point is worth bearing in mind: outdoor storage genuinely changes how a space gets used. When garden equipment and toys are always close at hand, the garden is used more often while still looking tidy. That is the understated strength of the Keter Eden Bench Storage Set: it creates order without looking like an “organisation system”, simply appearing to be a perfectly ordinary garden bench.