Swivel Bar Stools

Swivel bar stools: the swivel mechanism

There are two types of swivel mechanism. A free-swivelling bar stool stays in whatever position you leave it in, handy if you like to turn the stool towards the company. A model with a return spring has a sprung mechanism that turns the seat back to the forward position automatically as soon as you stand up. That gives a crisp, tidy look, because the stools always sit neatly square under the top. Both versions turn smoothly through 360 degrees.

Sizing advice: seat height and the right top

Choose your seat height to suit your worktop. A seat height of 65 cm suits a kitchen worktop or island of around 90 cm, while a seat height of 75 cm matches a taller bar table. Allow roughly 25 to 30 cm of legroom between the seat and the underside of the top. If you are unsure about the height, a height-adjustable model with a gas lift gives you flexibility. Always measure your top before you choose.

Specification: adjustable, armrests and footrest

Swivel bar stools come with a fixed height or height-adjustable via a gas lift, a proven technique also used in office chairs that lasts for many cycles of use. You can then choose a model with or without armrests and with or without a footrest. A footrest adds seating comfort, an armrest gives extra support. On a swivel model a smooth, sturdy swivel base matters, so the stool turns in a controlled and quiet way.

Caring for leather and fabric

Care depends on the upholstery. Wipe leather with a slightly damp cloth and keep it supple with a suitable care product; avoid strong direct sunlight to limit fading. Vacuum fabric and velvet seats regularly and blot stains dry, with a professional textile cleaner for a thorough treatment. The swivel mechanism itself needs almost no attention: on quality stools the action stays smooth and quiet.

Why buy swivel bar stools at Mokana

In our home store in Enschede you can feel the difference between free-swivelling and return spring for yourself and try the seat heights and materials. On many models the fabric and leather can be specified to your own taste. With our own delivery service we deliver throughout the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. Order easily online with time to reconsider, or visit us at Hogelandsingel 49 in Enschede, centrally placed in Twente and close to the German border region.

What goes well with swivel bar stools

Pair your swivel bar stools with a matching bar table or kitchen island and keep the material in line with your dining chairs for a calm, coherent look. If you prefer a sleek look, swivel models with a return spring and a leather seat look particularly well kept. If you want more warmth, fabric, velvet or bouclé add that softer note.