Furniture Bar Stool

A furniture bar stool differs from a standard bar stool in that it's made to be used like a typical chair in the living room or at the kitchen table. Some restaurants are also using them, especially more upscale establishments. The growing popularity of furniture stools reflects the overall trend toward more versatile uses for bar stools.

The construction of a furniture bar stool tends to be more involved than a standard stool. In fact, it's easy to look at one and assume that it is a chair and not a stool. In particular, the seat and seatback are solid and thicker than other types of stools. While they can be used like other bar stools, this chair-like construction makes them versatile enough for other applications.

Furniture-style bar stools almost always have swivel seats and arms. They always have seatbacks, and they are typically within the shorter range of heights for bar stools (24-28 inches).

In terms of designs, there are a lot from which to choose! Just like other furniture, a bar stool in this style is made with the many potential uses in mind. Furniture manufacturers understand that their customers want a stool in this mold that can be used in the living room, the game room, kitchen, living room, or the dining table with equal ease. So, they design them with this in mind.

You might consider adding a set of these bar stools so that they tie in other elements of the rooms in your home. Neutral colors with natural wood legs and arms are a good universal design to go with virtually any décor. For game rooms, consider black leather or faux leather with chrome legs and seat frames.

If you plan to use a furniture bar stool set in a commercial setting, get a rugged design that will stand up to lots of physical abuse. You can count on the stools getting scuffed and otherwise damaged. Anticipating it, you should look for materials that can withstand repeated use and rough handling.

 

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