Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture Reviews 93

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent quality of the products, highlighting their robust construction and appealing finish. Many people also commend the efficient delivery service, noting that items often arrive on time and are handled with care. The staff receives frequent appreciation for their helpfulness and excellent communication throughout the entire process, making the overall service experience highly positive. However, some customers also noted issues with assembly, citing dowels that were too large or difficult to fit, leading to a poor finished product. A few other people also felt that the quality of the seat cushions was poor, with some experiencing staining. Additionally, some reviewers were not happy with the delivery companies used, mentioning missed deliveries, difficulties with packaging disposal, and a lack of responsibility from the company when issues arose with third-party carriers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I found the perfect wedding present bench on the excellent website. Then I phoned to discuss it. Callan responded and instantly understood that I wanted engraved names, dates and a Maclachlan crest.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reviewing the various options on the web, and having spoken to the company we decided to purchase 2 flat Armed Benches. I prefer to speak to people as an elderly OAP as opposed to ordering on line. P... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great quality Teak table set. Very nicely finished. Clearly good quality control. Super responsive when the cover needed to be changed for a larger size. Highly recommended company to get your garden... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

At every stage of the process, discussing options, ordering, delivery, Callan was instrumental in we as a family being able to provide a suitable and lasting remembrance of a very special lady. Lin.... See more

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Company details

  1. Garden Furniture Shop
  2. Furniture Maker
  3. Furniture Store
  4. Garden Center
  5. Outdoor Furniture Store

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Established in 1989 Sloane & Sons specialise in teak garden furniture such as benches, dining and lounge furniture. Our USP is that since 1989 we have manufactured ALL of our cushions and soft furnishing here at our purpose built facility in Burton on Trent. Unlike our competition who still import cheap foam and cushions we maintain our manufacturing heritage. Our grade A teak furniture is suited to domestic and commercial use.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant customer service super product hat more do you want?

Good looking, robust and comfortable Bench delivered efficiently through the vendors who had previously been let down by a well known commercial courier. Their customer service was fast, diligent and efficient, I would highly recommend both the company and its product

June 26, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Much appreciated Mark, Due to the volumes of benches we send out weekly we are in the hands of third-party couriers for the majority but on the occasion we can use our own team we will. Delighted you are happy with the bench and the customer service. We do not always get it right but delighted when we do. Kind Regards Sloane & Sons.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic quality and price

Ordered a garden lounge set including a chair, 2 sofas, table and covers. Just arrived, on time as promised. So comfortable, such great quality and really well made. Thank you ☺️ best furniture I’ve ever bought for my garden!!

June 27, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thank you Karen, we are delighted you like your new Burford outdoor lounge set. Here is hoping this hot weather sticks around for a few months! Kind Regards Sloane & Sons.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Bakewell Dining set with rattan…

The Bakewell Dining set with rattan chairs was exactly what I was looking for and hope to use it a great deal this summer.
Excellent customer service made the whole buying experience seamless.

June 20, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thank you for such a kind review of our new Bakewell Kuta dining set with the synthetic rattan chairs. It is a real show stopper and delighted you have taken the time to speak of the experience you had with us. I hope you enjoy many parties and family gathering over the coming year outside with your Bakewell dining set. Kind Regards Sloane & Sons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Large Burford Lounge Sofa

I am extremely happy with my Large Burford Lounge Sofa set with hand made cushions. Highly recommend. Thanks Sloan & Sons

June 25, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Many thanks for your kind comments, we are delighted that you are happy with your Burford Teak Lounge Set. Looks like the Sun is finally coming out for a few days also! Kind Regards Sloane & Sons.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bench and Firepit

I don’t normally do reviews however I just thought it right to acknowledge the excellent service as well as the great quality of the two products we ordered.
We are currently doing up our garden and I was able to ring up and get some help on products from a very helpful gentleman.
Both the bench and fire pit arrived quickly and as described and we have been able to enjoy both just in time for this lovely weather!

Couldn’t recommend enough and will be ordering again.

June 19, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

We look forward to welcoming you back Will. Perhaps a bit too hot for the Fire pit just now........ We like a man with a plan though! We hope you enjoy your Sloane & Sons furniture and have a fantastic Summer.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My Partner and I ordered 2 benches we…

My Partner and I ordered 2 benches we put the first bench together as per instruction no problem, on the second bench however one piece was slightly too large from the factory so we trimmed it down in order to fit. Asked if there was a possibility of any discount of which we got a sarcastic email back. Clearly a small discount is nothing in comparison to having to send a courier out to replace the l unit and remove the original one.

They sent a patronising response via a review and tried saying we fit the bench wrong hence why it didn’t fit, strange as as soon as we trimmed it down slightly it fitted no problem at all and the first bench went together without any issue.

Take some accountability and drop your attitude. There are plenty other good teak garden furniture companies, my recommendation is that you try somewhere else like Kingsley Smythe.

June 21, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Hello Rory, Thank you for yet another review on this platform. I note your partner who purchased the items has already reviewed us on Trustpilot and this has been addressed by us. I have covered all points on her actual review. Thanks

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I am beyond disappointed

I am beyond disappointed. I was really excited for the two teak garden benches I ordered. Upon putting them together we realised where one part joined the other, the gap wouldn’t close due to one of the pieces of wood on the seat park being slightly too long. A quick fix was to saw a small part of wood off the end so it would fit together. Rather than replacing the whole bench and asking Sloane and sons to send out another courier we fixed the issue ourselves. I asked for a small part refund for needing to adjust the bench.

I sent photo evidence that where the bench wouldn’t have fit together, but because we modified it Sloane and sons totally disregarded any blame upon themselves. It is common sense that it would have cost the company more
Money to replace the bench with another’s courier. To practically be called a liar and told I am at fault and nothing will be done about this is quite shocking. I am extremely disappointed by this after spending so much on two benches.

To add, I haven’t fitted the seat bench the wrong way round. There are stickers that match up the pieces together. So now I’m being called stupid aswell as a liar.

June 20, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Morning Mrs Hudd,
Thank you for the feedback relating to your order and we are sorry you feel this way. We feel that instead of 'modifying' our bench (something we never suggest) without speaking with us first was a strange decision. All our benches are built up to check they fit together prior to sending out so we would welcome to opportunity to rectify this and prevent it from happening in the future. However It is our belief that the seat base has been fitted the wrong way round by you hence you have had to ‘modify’ this. To confirm we would never ask our customer to modify a bench without seeking professional advise first. Kind regards Sloane & Sons.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Bench

Great bench! Very happy!

June 17, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thanks Erin, seems like the Sun might be on the way (for a day or so at least). Enjoy!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I Absolutely love my bench from Garden…

I Absolutely love my bench from Garden Benches! Fits perfectly in my garden :)

June 4, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Great news, we appreciate your business and hope you enjoy your new Teak bench for many years to come.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and quick delivery

I purchased a Lutyens teak garden bench. The bench was delivered very quickly, the quality of the bench was brilliant and it looks great in our garden. I would certainly use them again.

May 22, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thank you for the kind words regarding the iconic Lutyens Bench. They are as popular now as they were when we began in 1989! A real statement for any garden. Regards Sloane & Sons.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered a Turnberry Flat Arm Bench a…

Ordered a Turnberry Flat Arm Bench a month ago. Super happy with it, really sturdy and well made.

I received my order the next day as well so delivery time was spot on.

May 21, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thank you for your order David. The Turnberry bench is very popular with the ergonomic back and seat base. Also the flat arm to rest something seems very hand for those wanting a cup of coffee or something a little stronger after 17:00. Kind Regards Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would recommend.

I purchased a windsor teak garden bench via this website. i am very happy with the bench, its great quality. I phoned the number on the website before ordering and a very kind young man named Callan offered some helpful advice. I would recommend.

May 1, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thank you for the kind review of our Windsor Teak Bench Clive. I am glad Callan was of some assistance (this makes a change) ;). Kind Regards Sloane & Sons.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Quality Benches

We have just taken delivery of 3 seater bench, it is very sturdy and looks amazing. Very pleased with the quality.

June 12, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Great news Adil. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review. I hope the Summer arrives soon!

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

There is no guaranteed delivery date

There is no guaranteed delivery date - they expect you to pay for an order when there is no guarantee of delivery date - an item has slipped 2 weeks in less that a week - simply not acceptable. The product may be good, but the service is far from.

June 3, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Hi Phil, I think you have misunderstood the website. The reason the date has moved and not 'slipped' is because that particular batch of products has sold out hence we move the date back as not to mislead potential customers like you. We are currently selling in excess of 600 benches / teak products a week hence the sites stock level alter by the minute. I am sorry you have missed out on the date you wanted the delivery for. Kind Regards Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly Helpful people and high standard product

The website was easy to navigate. We had a query with memorial plaque, the response by telephone was very quick, helpful & our requirement perfectly executed. Delivery was possible within a couple of days but we asked for a specific longer date again met. The Bench we ordered was just perfect for our requirements with excellent engineering finish.
Thank You Ed and team

March 19, 2024
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thanks for the fab review Les, i hope the Sun comes out soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great quality furniture

In April 2023, I ordered two wooden garden sofas and two matching chairs, along with a full set of covers, as well as an eight-seater table and chairs from GardenBenches.com. I spent quite a lot of money on this order.

The order process was straightforward. I called to place the order and had a few questions. The person on the phone was very helpful and answered all my questions. Before I placed my order, they informed me that they were waiting for the stock to arrive and that delivery would take around three weeks, which was perfect for my needs.

Delivery arrived on time, without any issues. The delivery company brought all the items into our garden, which was very helpful. I was very pleased with the quality of the furniture.

We had chosen green covers, but a few of them faded very quickly in the sun. I contacted the office, and they immediately sent out a completely new set of covers. Their customer service was fantastic.

Overall, I was very satisfied with my experience and would definitely buy from them again.

April 22, 2023
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

We are very grateful for the kind review of our products and service. I am pleased to say we have rectified the issue in question with our fabric supplier.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

High quality products delivered on time…

High quality products delivered on time in my experience. We have ordered garden furniture and tub chairs from this company in the past - everything was A1.

September 5, 2023
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

Thank you for the kind review.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointing quality and service

My husband bought me an Oxford garden bench for Christmas. For obvious weather related reasons, we left it in its (undamaged) packaging in the garage until later in the Spring. When I came to construct it, I discovered that one of the diagonal sections of the backrest was damaged. I contacted Sloane and Sons, who were unhelpful and offered no resolution except for sending a bag of glue and some sandpaper in the post.

Had we bought the bench from Homebase, I might not have been so disappointed, but I was under the impression that we were buying a quality piece of furniture that would last for many years (hence the price). In fact, the diagonal backrest sections appear to be glued in place and the whole thing seems pretty flimsy, even leaving aside the damage.

Sloane and sons' reason for not offering an exchange was that we had not contacted them immediately after the bench arrived. My view is that if they aren't willing to guarantee the condition of their new products for more than a short period after delivery, they shouldn't be offering them for sale in the winter months.

In summary, I would recommend looking elsewhere for a higher quality product and better customer service.

December 25, 2022
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

I am sorry you feel this way. The bench was in your posession for over 4 months and we ask all goods are checked within 24 hours of taking delivery. We feel this is a fair amount of time to check goods for damage in transit. KInd Regards Sloane & Sons

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Paid for bench in error

Paid for bench in error - immediately cancelled and was promised prompt refund. Three weeks and three reminders later eventually got refund. Not good service in today's market

August 13, 2023
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

I am sorry you ordered the bench by accident Mr Dick. The refund process usually take 5-7 working days as we suggest for the FD was on holiday during this perioid. I am glad you have your money back after ordering by accident.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast delivery quality item…

Well I ordered at 11am and my teak garden bench and cushion was delivered at 0840 the next morning. The delivery driver was excellent and unwrapped the bench for me and took the pallet away too. Very happy with the bench it’s solid and looks great

May 18, 2023
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Reply from Sloane & Sons Teak Furniture

This is FAB news! Delighted we were able to get the bench to you next day and without issue.

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