Simons Maison
Porto Bench With Storage
The Porto Bench With Storage is a wooden entryway bench that provides open cubby storage for shoes and everyday items. It features an engineered wood and melamine structure, measures 34.25 inches wide by 15.75 inches deep by 17 inches high, and requires assembly. This space-efficient storage bench is made in Canada.
- Material
- Engineered wood and melamine
- Category
- Furniture > Benches > Storage & Entryway Benches
Color
Size
Specifications
A wooden vestibule bench with storage for shoes and everyday items, designed for entryways and small spaces.
Includes storage for shoes and everyday items.
- Material
- Engineered wood and melamine
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 34.25x15.75x17 in
- Category
- Furniture > Benches > Storage & Entryway Benches
Additional Attributes
- storage
- assembly required
- made in canada
- engineered wood
- melamine structure
Product Insights
The Porto Bench With Storage is a compact entryway bench designed for smaller spaces, with a 17-inch seat height that suits children and shorter adults and a 34.25-inch width that seats one adult comfortably or two tightly, requiring 46 inches of total hallway depth (15.75 bench plus 30 clearance). Its melamine surface resists scratches from shoes and bags and wipes clean, but deep scratches expose a particleboard core that swells permanently if wet, and the particleboard’s screw-holding (600-700 N) strips permanently if over-tightened. Solo assembly is manageable with just a #2 Phillips screwdriver using cam-lock and dowel joinery, and supplier-direct packaging reduces missing hardware or damage—though of three color options (Black, Hazelnut, Assorted), only Assorted is randomly assigned from stock.
- Ergonomic fit
15.75 depth supports thighs; 17 height suits children and shorter adults.
Why this is supported
The Porto bench's seat depth of 15.75" is within the ergonomic ideal:
A seat depth of 14-18 inches allows you to sit with your thighs supported without the edge cutting into the backs of your knees.
ashdeco.comand its 17" height aligns with the comfortable standard:
The standard comfortable seat height is 17-19 inches from the floor to the top of the seat surface.
ashdeco.comPlacing it at the low end makes it more accessible for shorter users and children.
- Seating capacity
34.25 width seats one adult comfortably or two tightly.
Why this is supported
At 34.25" wide, the bench seats:
A 36-inch bench seats two people tightly; 42 inches gives two people comfortable space.
ashdeco.comThis bench, slightly narrower than 36", fits one adult comfortably or two cozily.
- Footprint
15.75 bench depth plus 30 clearance requires about 46 of hallway space.
Why this is supported
The bench requires clearance for comfortable access:
Leave at least 30 inches of clearance between the front edge of the bench and the opposite wall or door.
ashdeco.comCombined with the 15.75" bench depth, the total hallway depth needed is about 46".
- Seat height
17-inch seat height lets shorter individuals and children sit with feet on the floor.
Why this is supported
The bench’s seat height of 17 inches places it at the entry point of the standard comfortable range (17–19 inches), as defined by interior design references.
The standard comfortable seat height is 17-19 inches from the floor to the top of the seat surface.
ashdeco.comAt this height, shorter individuals and children can sit with their feet on the floor, avoiding leg-dangling—a key ergonomic advantage for multi-height households.
making it accessible for average-height adults and particularly well-suited to shorter individuals or children
How it fits in small Canadian entryways — 17_seat_height_and_user_rangeThe bench’s 15.75-inch depth also aligns with the ideal seat depth range of 14–18 inches, further ensuring comfortable support for a range of body sizes.
A seat depth of 14-18 inches allows you to sit with your thighs supported without the edge cutting into the backs of your knees.
ashdeco.comThe bench's 34.25-inch width is 13.75 inches narrower than typical 48-inch mudroom benches, freeing up wall space. Its 15.75-inch depth combined with the standard 30-inch clearance in front
Leave at least 30 inches of clearance between the front edge of the bench and the opposite wall or door.
ashdeco.comresults in a total hallway depth of roughly 46 inches that fits most narrow city entryways.
- Depth clearance
Total depth needed is 46 inches (15.75 bench + 30 clearance).
Why this is supported
The bench itself is 15.75 inches deep. Standard clearance guidelines require at least 30 inches in front, bringing the total to 45.75 inches, typically rounded to 46. The quoted guideline states:
Leave at least 30 inches of clearance between the front edge of the bench and the opposite wall or door.
ashdeco.comThis means the product needs 46 inches of free depth to be usable.
- Width clearance
Width matches the recommended 36 inches for compact entryways.
Why this is supported
The bench's 34.25-inch width is close to the 36-inch recommendation for benches in small entryways (3–5 feet wide). The quoted guideline says:
A 36-inch bench seats two people tightly; 42 inches gives two people comfortable space.
ashdeco.comThis indicates the bench fits comfortably in standard compact spaces, and it is 14 inches narrower than typical 48-inch mudroom benches, freeing up wall space.
- Solo assembly
At 34.25 inches wide, one person can assemble the bench without help.
Why this is supported
The 34.25-inch width makes the bench manageable for a single person to handle during assembly. Unlike wider 48-inch benches that typically require a second pair of hands, the entire carcass can be flipped, aligned, and tightened without assistance.
- Tools
Cam-lock and dowel assembly needs only a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
Why this is supported
The product uses standard cam-lock and dowel joinery, which requires only a #2 Phillips screwdriver—no power tools or specialty bits needed.
- Packaging
Supplier-direct packaging reduces risk of missing hardware or panel damage.
Why this is supported
Shipping directly from the supplier in its original factory packaging minimizes the chance of missing parts or pre-existing damage, common with warehoused items.
- Scratch resistance
Melamine surface resists scratches from shoes and bags, and wipes clean easily.
Why this is supported
The melamine coating is highly scratch-resistant, withstanding daily shoe and bag contact without marring.
Melamine is highly scratch-resistant
finaldraftcabinetry.comAdditionally, many buyers report that the smooth surface does not trap dirt, making it easy to wipe clean after spills.
Melamine coating protects against moisture and light scratches, so wet shoes or spills can be wiped up promptly without damage.
Is the melamine surface water-resistant and easy to clean? Can it handle wet shoes or spills without damage?These sources confirm the bench's melamine finish offers both durability and low maintenance.
- Deep scratch risk
Deep scratches expose particleboard core that swells permanently if wet.
Why this is supported
While the melamine surface resists light scratches, a deep gouge that penetrates the coating can cause problems.
If water reaches the particleboard substrate, it will swell.
finaldraftcabinetry.comUnlike solid wood, which can be sanded and refinished, damaged melamine typically requires full replacement.
Melamine is highly scratch-resistant, but significant damage often requires full component replacement.
finaldraftcabinetry.comAs a result, protecting the surface from deep impacts is important to avoid permanent damage.
- Water resistance
Engineered wood with melamine coating; particleboard core swells permanently if moisture enters unsealed edges or deep scratches.
Why this is supported
The manufacturer states that
Yes, the melamine surface is water-resistant and easy to clean.
Is the melamine surface water-resistant and easy to clean? Can it handle wet shoes or spills without damage?, but industry sources clarify that this protection is limited to the surface. Moisture can still reach the core through
any moisture that bypasses the surface through a deep scratch or unsealed edge
How engineered wood with melamine holds up in an entryway — edge_and_scratch_vulnerability. When that occurs,
If water reaches the particleboard substrate, it will swell.
finaldraftcabinetry.comThe swelling is permanent and can reach up to 12% thickness increase, causing visible bulging. Placing the bench away from direct moisture and using a doormat can prevent damage.
Because the bench uses particleboard panels, screws must be tightened to the correct torque—over-tightening can strip the core. As
A screw driven into particle board bites only the loose chips around it; load it, open and shut it a few thousand times, and the chips crumble and the screw strips out
studiomatrx.orgprecise one-time assembly is essential for long-term rigidity.
- Screw-holding
Particleboard's 600-700 N screw-holding strips permanently if over-tightened.
Why this is supported
The particleboard core has a screw-holding strength of 600 N on face surfaces and 700 N on edges, per Australian standard data.
Screw Holding - Face N - 600 700
australiantimbers.com.auThis moderate holding means that over-tightening or repeated use can cause the internal chips to crumble—
So the assembly guidance to tighten to firm snugness with a #2 Phillips driver is critical to avoid permanent joint damage.
- Color options
Of the three color options Black, Hazelnut, and Assorted, only Assorted is randomly assigned from stock.
Why this is supported
The product listing offers Black, Hazelnut, and Assorted as color choices. The Q&A clarifies the Assorted option's behavior:
The 'Assorted' colour option means the finish will be selected randomly from available stock at the time of your order.
What does the 'Assorted' colour option mean? Are the colors random or can a specific finish be requested?This confirms that buyers selecting Assorted cannot request a specific finish and will receive a randomly assigned one.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rectangular dark wood storage bench with open cubby compartments and a flat top surface used as a seat.
- Overall geometryLow rectangular bench with a flat top and boxy cubby structure beneath; visible front-facing open compartments across the bench width.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.76 · h 0.34 (high) - Finish and materialUniform dark wood finish with a matte appearance on all visible faces including top, sides, vertical divider, and shelf surfaces.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.76 · h 0.34 (high) - Compartment layoutLeft large open cubby occupying the full height of the storage area; right side divided vertically into two shelf levels (one above the other) by a horizontal shelf and a central vertical divider.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.60 · w 0.32 · h 0.24 (high) - Top surfaceFlat top surface with clean squared edges and a visible thin top panel forming the seating area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.76 · h 0.08 (high) - Items inside compartmentsLeft cubby contains a woven rectangular basket; upper right shelf holds a pair of brown leather shoes; lower right shelf holds two ceramic mugs with dark and white patterns.
3 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.60 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.72 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Construction detailsVisible joined edges at top and side panels with a recessed plinth base slightly inset from main faces.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (medium) - Decorative item on topA rectangular ruffled-edge cushion with a light checked fabric rests on the bench top (visible but not described as part of the bench construction).
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.48 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene with light wood panel wall, a dark metal door frame and handle in the foreground left, a hat-shaped wall sconce on the wall, and a hanging navy garment; warm directional lighting casts shadows across the scene.
- Background wallVertical light wood paneling with visible grain and knots covering the full background behind the bench.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (high) - Foreground door frame and handleDark metal vertical door frame and horizontal handle occupy the left foreground, partially obscuring the leftmost view of the bench.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.08 · w 0.18 · h 0.84 (high) - Hanging garmentDark navy jacket or coat hanging on the wall to the left of the bench, visible from shoulder to mid-sleeve.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.36 (high) - Wall sconceHat-shaped brown wall sconce with a white spherical light at its center mounted on the right-side wall above the bench.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm directional light coming from the right casts soft shadows of the bench and objects toward the left and creates a highlight on the wall paneling.
- Flooring and staging surfaceMatte concrete or cement-look flooring visible beneath the bench with a shadowed area in the foreground.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.82 · w 0.76 · h 0.16 (high)
Colors
dark espresso brown· bench exterior and shelves#2A1609- Overall geometryLow rectangular bench with a flat top and boxy cubby structure beneath; visible front-facing open compartments across the bench width.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of a dark wood-finish storage bench interior showing two horizontal shelves, vertical side panel, visible fasteners, and pronounced linear wood-grain texture.
- Shelf geometryTwo horizontal shelves forming an open compartment with a vertical right side panel; the visible shelves have squared edges and form rectangular storage bays.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.08 · w 0.92 · h 0.84 (medium) - Surface finishMatte to low-sheen dark wood-grain laminate with pronounced linear grain texture visible on horizontal top shelf edge and vertical side panel.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.72 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.16 · w 0.32 · h 0.80 (high) - Fasteners and shelf hardwareRound cam-lock fastener head visible near top of right side panel and several small circular shelf-pin holes along the side panel indicating adjustable shelving points.
2 regions
x 0.70 · y 0.12 · w 0.07 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.48 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (high) - Shelf edge detailFront-facing shelf edges show a thin lighter highlight along the top edge, accentuating the layered laminate construction.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.44 · w 0.90 · h 0.14 (medium) - Lower adjustable footSmall round adjustable foot visible beneath the cabinet base at the front corner.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.90 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Interior close-up composition with staged props and warm directional lighting; background wooden wall panel and floor visible.
- Staged footwear propPair of brown-and-white cowhide-patterned slippers placed on the lower shelf, partially cropped by the image frame.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.70 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high) - Background panelVertical light wood wall panel visible to the right of the bench creating contrast with the dark furniture finish.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.74 (high) - Lighting and shadowWarm directional light from the right creates a shadowed interior on the left bay and a bright highlight on the right outer edge and floor.
- Shot compositionTight cropped detail shot focusing on the right half of the bench interior, lower corner and shelf surfaces; top-left cushion also partially visible and cropped.
Colors
dark espresso brown· main panels and shelves#211916medium warm brown· wood-grain highlights and edge trim#3C3433- Shelf geometryTwo horizontal shelves forming an open compartment with a vertical right side panel; the visible shelves have squared edges and form rectangular storage bays.
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Product
Close-up of the product's upper corner showing a dark wood-finish top and vertical side panel with visible wood grain and a thin lighter edge; interior storage area contains a woven natural-fiber basket partially visible.
- Top surface materialFlat horizontal top with a dark wood-grain surface and subtle linear texture running roughly left-to-right; finish appears matte to low-sheen.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.86 · h 0.60 (high) - Corner joint and edgeRight-front corner shows a square mitered joint between top and side; the top has a thin, slightly lighter trimmed edge that catches a highlight along the front edge.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.48 · w 0.55 · h 0.40 (high) - Side panelVertical side panel below the top has matching dark wood grain with visible vertical linear texture distinct from the top surface.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.48 · w 0.38 · h 0.50 (high) - Interior storage and basketInterior cubby beneath the top contains a woven natural-fiber basket with coarse braided texture and light beige color; only the front portion of the basket is visible.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.68 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Surface lighting and finishDirectional light from upper-left produces a soft highlight along the front trimmed edge and gentle falloff across the top surface, emphasizing the wood texture.
Other
Studio-style close-up with a dark neutral background, shallow depth of field, and directional top-left lighting producing soft shadows and subtle reflections.
- Shot compositionTight detail crop focused on the product's front-right corner and top surface, with the visible interior basket partially framed in the lower right.
- BackgroundEven dark background that isolates the product; no other props or packaging visible.
- Depth of fieldShallow depth of field; foreground edges are sharp while background areas fall softly out of focus.
Colors
dark walnut brown· top surface#3A2D25dark gray highlight· trimmed front edgedark walnut brown (side)· side panel#33251Dnatural beige· woven basket#D5BA9B- Top surface materialFlat horizontal top with a dark wood-grain surface and subtle linear texture running roughly left-to-right; finish appears matte to low-sheen.