Gabion Bench

4 & 5mm thick gabion bench seating cages.  Strong enough to take the weight of people sitting on them. 45cm (18 inches) high for a comfortable sitting height.

If you would like to create your own custom size bench click here

Key info:

  • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • 50 years in lifespan in outdoor environments
  • Aesthetic and uniform sturdy square mesh

Full product details

BBA APPROVED GABION BASKETS
BBA Certificate Number: 05/4215 held by Link Middle East Ltd
made-in-uk

 

Customer Projects

 

Product Overview

 

Attach Wood Top Video
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There are many ways to attach a wooden plank/top to the gabion.  Please find a few popular options below.

Attach with Explanation
Staples bench-with-u-nails
Screws

 

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Clamps

 

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Installation

To Do Explanation
Step 1 – Mark Area

Use spray paint, stones or other materials to mark the location where you plan to construct your bench.

 

Step 2 – Dig

Dig 10cm or until the ground is firm.

 

Step 3 – Lay the Base

Add a 10cm layer of gravel or basecourse.

 

Step 4 – Stomp Gravel

Walk and stomp on the gravel to make it compact.

Optional: Most gabion benches do not require a foundation but if you have a large amount of groundwater or the soil is weak, it may be needed.

 

Step 5 – Un-Fold the Baskets

Unfold the baskets and lift up their sides.

 

Step 6 – Connect the Corners

Connect the corners of the baskets with helicals.

 

Step 7 – Fill Gabions

Fill up your gabions with stone.

 

Step 8 – Attach Wooden Top

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Attach the wood top with staples or one of the other options we have outlined (see above).

 

Step 9 – Gabion Bench Ready

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Your gabion bench is ready.

 

 

Calculate Stone Qty

Gabion Dimensions (cm) Gabion Volume (m3) Bulk Bags of Stone Required Weight of Stone Required (kg)
45 45 45 0.09 1 164
97.5 45 45 0.20 1 197
97.5 97.5 45 0.42 1 770
97.5 97.5 97.5 0.92 2 1,668
150 45 45 0.30 1 546
150 97.5 45 0.66 2 1,185
150 97.5 97.5 1.43 3 2,567
202.5 45 45 0.41 1 738
202.5 97.5 45 0.89 2 1,599
202.5 97.5 97.5 1.93 4 3,465

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