Elm Gate BenchElm Wooden Bench These stylish wooden elm benches are the perfect timeless piece, adding a touch of rustic character and uniqueness to your space. Long and narrow with splayed legs, these popular 'gate benches' were often specifically crafted for the outdoors and intended for the entranceway to a family home. A perfect hall or entrance way piece or for simply placing at the foot of a bed for flinging your clothes over at the end of a long day.