Soft stools: what are they and how to choose?

Upholstered stools are practical and stylish furniture that fits all rooms in the house. A wide range of models allows you to choose the perfect product for every style.

There are stools with soft seats in almost every home. Most often, such furniture adorns kitchens, but thanks to a large assortment of different models, they began to install it in different rooms. The main features of soft stools are compactness, comfortable placement and high aesthetic qualities.

Modern manufacturers produce models in different colors, shapes and sizes, making it possible to choose the ideal option for each occasion.

Quality stools fulfill a practical and aesthetic functionwhile maintaining attractiveness from year to year. Monochrome and patterned models, high and low stools, laconic and decorated products - all this is offered by modern furniture stores.

There are quite a few positive qualities of soft stools:

• a rich assortment of diverse models allows you to choose the right option even for extraordinary interior design options;

• due to its compact size, there is a place for a stool in a small apartment;

• furniture can be easily rearranged from place to place;

• high-quality models, in the manufacture of which reliable materials were used, will last a long time, delighting with practicality and comfort;

• the padded stool can be used as an addition to other furniture or as a separate attribute.

There are also negative aspects.

• Even the most comfortable models cannot be compared in terms of convenience with armchairs and chairs.

• There is a risk that the seat filling can cause an allergic reaction. This applies to budget options.

• If the upholstery is made of low-quality material, it will quickly deteriorate, especially with intensive use.

The market offers a wide variety of stool types.

• Folding models. Due to the special design, this option is convenient to store and carry. If necessary, the model can be folded up and taken with you on the road. Often these stools are taken outdoors or during a trip to the country. It is also a convenient and practical option for small apartments and minimalist interiors.

• Bar. The main feature of these stools is their height. They are installed at bar counters or so-called "kitchen islands". The shape and color of the models may vary.

• Classic. Products of this type can have a variety of shapes and colors. These are widely used four-legged models that look great in different decorative directions. Most often they are placed in small kitchens at the dining table.

The criterion by which the models can be divided into groups is the height.

• Standard. These are the lowest stools, ranging in height from 43 to 50 centimeters. Products above 45 centimeters are complemented by a special transverse guide. It makes the structure more reliable and stable.

• Semi-bar. Dimensions - from 75 to 85 centimeters. Their main placement is at the racks, the height of which does not exceed 105 centimeters.

• Bar. Highest models. The height of such products starts from 105 and reaches 115 centimeters.

In production, materials of various qualities, colors and textures are used. Both synthetic and natural raw materials are used.

In the manufacture of the base for the stool, material of various strength and wear resistance is used. This characteristic affects not only the service life of the furniture, but also its decorative qualities.

• Metal. Metal stools are considered to be among the most durable. The frame is made from a hollow tube. It is bent at the desired angle and fixed with special rivets. The attachment point is considered the most vulnerable. Nozzles are put on the legs to avoid scratching the floor.

• Wood. Natural wood is an expensive but practical and reliable material with high aesthetic qualities. Wooden furniture adorns the classic interior styles. In addition to such a frame, high-quality and natural upholstery is used. Some of the products are decorated with carvings, which give the furniture a particularly charming look.

• MDF and chipboard. Two budget options are widespread at an affordable price. Despite the fact that modern brands are working to increase the reliability of these materials, their strength and durability leave much to be desired. With prolonged and active use, such stools quickly deteriorate.

Modern manufacturers use a variety of fabrics and materials for seat upholstery.

• Flock. This type of fabric is presented in a huge variety of colors. The soft cloth is easy to clean at home. Due to the dense structure, pets will not damage the seat upholstery with claws or teeth. Flock looks great with a wood base. Textiles are often used in the manufacture of classic designs.

• Rogozhka. A tough, rough fabric that is both practical and durable. This material is made using coarse and cruciform weaving. Textiles with an expressive texture can be of different colors.

• Leather. Natural and artificial leather is widely used. The first option attracts attention with its charming appearance. Leather lends sophistication and luxury to the interior. Practicality and durability should be noted separately. Eco-leather is a less reliable material, but much more affordable. Quality synthetic material looks almost the same as natural material.

• Jacquard. Budget upholstery option. The fabric is made from tough fibers that retain their shape and density from year to year. Despite its low price, it is a practical fabric that will last a long time.

Soft stools come in different shapes. Each option has a specific design.

• Square. A practical and widespread option. Models on wooden frames with curly legs are ideal for classic trends.

• Circle. Round stools on metal frames are the choice for high-tech and minimalism directions. So that the upholstery does not wrinkle, choose a soft material.

• Triangle. This form is rare, but also occurs. Most often, seats of this shape are placed on metal or MDF frames.

It is quite easy to choose a good soft stool, if you follow the recommendations of experts.

• The chosen model should correspond in color, shape and style to the decorative direction of the room where it will be placed.

• To make your stool last long, opt for materials that are practical and reliable.

• If small children or people prone to allergic reactions live in the house, it is better to purchase models with upholstery made from natural materials.

• Stools will look much more harmonious in a group. Better to buy several units at once.

In the next video, you will learn how to make a do-it-yourself soft stool.