I need to replace the timber slats on a garden bench, what hard wood should i use that is not to expensive.?

Question

I need to replace the timber slats on a garden bench, what hard wood should i use that is not to expensive.?

Answer 1

Teak is good. Oil it with teak oil every year and this will help preserve the wood if it's not being painted.

Answer 2

oak, very durable, relatively easy to get

teak, iroko etc cost lots more

alternative pressure treated softwood, cheap and quite nasty