When 14 trees were planted at the new Metuchen Borough Hall in 2004, I decided to follow them in my diary. So far, so good; they've all lived through two winters. But, mulch volcanoes may do them in. Enjoy the diary. Cheers! Joolz Here is a link that might be useful: Guarded Progress at Metuchen Borough Hall

What kind of look are you going for? I have a farm house and I was able to find an old church pew and will have hooks mounted on the wall above (hopefully by weeks end), there is lots of room for shoes underneath. You could always use a basket to corral the shoes under a bench. Just a thought.

murfy - Thanks! I love it, too, and basically stole it, so that's why it wasn't sold off with the bulk of our A&C things when we moved. Unfortunately, the current abode is an MCM home with lots of glass. L O T S of glass. Like, in the 19' x 50' great room that includes the kitchen, DR, LR and garden, there is exactly 30' of wall available for furniture placement. The rest of it has to float or be against glass. The poor costumer is stuck in an office for right now.

Looks like it is pine and a home made piece. Judging by the hardware it is not very old. I wouldn't try to refinish it. Value wise it is not worth it. Paint it, in a fun color.