Accent Furniture & Home Decor

Today’s barstools not only look great, they come complete with a number of function and design features as well. Browse through our list of the most popular bar stool features and determine which ones complement your home.

Swivel Bar Stools – Swivel seats allows the user to rotate from side to side. Memory swivel seats return to their original front-facing position when the user stands up.

Outdoor/Patio Bar Stools – Outdoor/Patio bar stool frames are fashioned to withstand wear and tear caused by wind, rain and intense sun exposure. Available in many materials including metal, wood, teak wood and wicker, these stools may require some maintenance but are a worthwhile and long lasting investment. For more information on outdoor bar stool care and maintenance check out our Outdoor Bar Furniture Buying Guide.

Upholstered Bar Stools – Upholstered bar stool feature a padded seat for comfort during extended use. Not all upholstery is appropriate for every environment however. Below is a list of upholstery types and their characteristics.

• Vinyl Upholstery – Kid friendly. Easy to clean. Scratch and stain resistant.
• Leather Upholstery – Sophisticated look. Easy to wipe clean. May scratch or tear if misused.
• Fabric Upholstery - Highly customizable. Clean with mild soap and water. Can be stain resistant if properly treated.
• Outdoor Upholstery - Long Lasting. Wind, rain, sun and stain resistant. Will not mildew, rot or warp.

Billiard Style Bar Stools – Billiard style bar stools are designed to fit the style of a traditional pool hall. Featuring built-in cup and cue stick holders for convenience, some billiard bar stools are also available with billiard themed seat backs and/or upholstery.

Windsor Style Bar Stools – Windsor style bar stools are made of wood and feature an arched back with a variety of designs, such as fan backs and spindle backs. These barstools are casual in design and are most often used in residential kitchens.

Saddleseat Bar Stools – Saddleseat barstools strongly resemble the shape of a horse riding saddle, are typically wood in construction and casual in design.