"We wanted to make a bench out of the technique because ... willows are woven through holes in the horizontal frame. A protective metal cover is added initially to form a temporary seat Finallly ...

It costs $216.99 and has cushions, whereas Aldi’s bench does not. But the overall concept is almost the same. It has a black metal frame and the back, arms and seat are made with wicker and rattan.

Priced at £169, the two-seater bench comes in a sage green colour and features heart shapes on the backrest. Its metal frame is also powder-coated to withstand the British weather. M&S describes ...