Petalworth Black Barstool

This stool is engineered with a modern low-profile backrest that provides essential support while maintaining a clean, unobstructed view across your counter—a popular choice for open-concept homes. The arching, wrap-around design of the backrest is paired with high-density foam cushioning in the square seat to ensure a comfortable and stable sitting experience. This design offers a significant ergonomic upgrade over backless stools without the visual bulk of a traditional high-back chair.

This stool features a high-performance gas lift mechanism that provides exceptional versatility for various seating environments. It can adjust from its lowest seat height of 24.25 inches—ideal for standard 36-inch kitchen counters—up to a full bar height for 42-inch surfaces. For an optimal dining experience, we recommend maintaining a 10-to-12-inch gap between the seat and the underside of your counter to ensure comfortable legroom.

Yes, this stool is an excellent choice for urban apartment living or compact breakfast nooks. Its minimalist pedestal profile and low-back silhouette minimize visual clutter, helping smaller rooms feel more open and spacious. Furthermore, the adjustable gas lift allows the stool to be multi-functional, easily transitioning from a kitchen island seat to extra seating for a high-top work desk if your living space serves multiple purposes.

Absolutely. The faux leather upholstery is specifically chosen for its combination of a sleek, modern aesthetic and high-performance durability. Unlike fabric or genuine leather, this material is non-porous and highly resistant to moisture and stains. Our care guidelines recommend simply wiping spills away with a damp cloth and mild soap, making it a low-maintenance, "kid-friendly" option for high-traffic kitchens where daily messes are common.

The circular pedestal base is designed with a stable footprint to minimize movement, which helps reduce the risk of floor scuffing. For long-term protection on sensitive surfaces like hardwood, tile, or laminate, our experts recommend pairing the stool with an area rug or runner. Placing a rug beneath your bar seating not only anchors the furniture and protects the floor from the metal base but also adds a layer of sound dampening to your dining area.

The 360-degree swivel functionality allows you to easily rotate toward the conversation or exit the seat without having to push the stool back, which is a major benefit in narrow kitchens or tight layouts. Supporting this is a sturdy, powder-coated metal pedestal base. This circular design provides a more stable foundation than traditional four-legged stools, as the base evenly distributes weight to prevent tipping, even when the stool is at its maximum height.