Like its shorter Essex cousins, the grand Essex 8' Bench will make a wonderful and strong seating statement wherever it is placed. The beautifully simple design includes thick and heavy legs and classic corner braces. Center legs provide even more support for as many as 5 - 6 sitters. The entire Essex line of benches and chairs have been designed to present a grand scale. Unlike any of our other styles, the Essex line is built of large 2 and 1/8" dimensional lumber.