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Folding Stools

Folding stools are an efficient way to access higher items out of your reach. The folding mechanism makes these stools easy to store and fold when they are not in use. There are many styles of folding stools, so knowing your options makes it easier to decide which one to get.

What are the different types of folding stools?

  • Bar stool: A bar stool is a piece of furniture designed to be used at a counter top as a chair. They have a flat surface for use as a seat. Bar stool furniture should not be stepped on. A folding bar stool used as a chair usually has three or four legs.
  • Counter stool: A counter stool has less height than a bar stool. These pieces of furniture typically have a chair back for a more comfortable seat.
  • Step stool: A step stool has one to four steps so that you can easily reach something and then fold the stool away.

What materials are folding stools made from?

  • Plastic: Plastic folding stools are lightweight and typically designed for children's use. These stools are light and easy to carry.
  • Wood: Wood folding stools can support a lot of weight. They offer a full range of finishes and are often used as a chair or bar stool in a kitchen.
  • Steel: These stools are strong and durable and intended mostly for utilitarian use rather than as a chair. The hinges of other folding stools are often made of steel for durability and a long lifespan.
  • Other metal: Aluminum is often used for stools that will be used outside, like an outdoor chair, or on-the-go. These metal stools fold easily and are light for carrying.
  • Engineered wood: Engineered wood may replace a natural wooden stool as the material for a bar stool used as a chair in the kitchen, bar, or dining area.
  • Fiberglass: A stool made from fiberglass withstands tough environmental conditions. The fiberglass is often combined with metal for easier folding.

How do you choose a folding stool?

  • Select a material: For a step stool, you may prefer lightweight aluminum metal or tubular steel. For a bar stool, you might want an attractive wood seat that matches the bar.
  • Select a height: A folding step stool with one step may work for a child. A tall bar stool may be needed as a chair for your kitchen. A multi-step folding stool may be useful in the kitchen or garage.
  • Choose a color: If selecting a stool in a frequently-seen location, such as a bar stool or stool intended for use as a chair, it’s easiest to match the color scheme of the surrounding location.
  • Determine the stool's purpose: The folding stool could be used as a bar chair, to reach the sink, or to access items on a kitchen shelf. Consider the seat size if you will use it as a bar stool or the number of steps if you’re going to use it as a step stool for height.

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