Comfortable Bar Stools with Backs and Arms
Classy, fancy, cleavor. These three adjectives are just a handful of what you will use to describe this collection of upholstered arm swivel bar stools. With medium height backs for support, a full 360 degree of swivel, and many, many fabrics and styles to choose from, your bar, game room or breakfast nook will profit from the introduction of these exceptionally handsome bar stools.
Mid century swivel counter stools with backs and arms
$349.99 $509.99
Mid century swivel counter stools with backs and arms
Foundstone™
$349.99 $509.99
Perfect For: A mid-century modern bar or kitchen island
What We Like: A full back
These chic counter stools are crafted from manufactured wood with a walnut finish, and feature a curvaceous bucket seat with stylish armrests. You’re looking at a full back with a swiveling base and luxuriously woven fabric upholstery for optimal comfort.
Designer Advice:
These stylish counter stools are perfect for a mid-century kitchen with neutral hues and sleek hardware. Place a geometric rug underfoot to pick up on the steel circular footstools and put your wooden utensils on display to match the walnut wood frame.
What Users Say:
Beautiful style for a reasonable price. Great value. I may buy another.
Sleek adjustable swivel counter stools with backs
$142.99 $169.99
Sleek adjustable swivel counter stools with backs
Wade Logan®
$142.99 $169.99
Perfect For: A clean, modern kitchen with industrial accents
What We Like: They’re comfortable and stylish
Add a level of sophistication to your kitchen island or bar with these swiveling counter stools. They feature a thin galvanized steel frame with chrome finish arms and footrests for support. The padded foam square seats are covered in waterproof faux leather that’ll stand up to the demands of a busy kitchen. Not only do they offer a 360 degree swivel but you can also adjust the height from 92 cm/ 36.5’’ to 113 cm/ 44.5’’ using a convenient side handle.
Designer Advice:
These stools have a sleek modern feel that would look great in a kitchen with white, gray and stainless steel finishes. Think marble countertops, clean lines, high-end decor and smooth wooden floors.
What Users Say:
Just what I needed for my mini Island. Super modern and comfy. Very easy to put together minimal screws. Super fast shipping!
Cushioned faux leather bar stools with backs
$359.98 $257.64
Cushioned faux leather bar stools with backs
Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse®
$359.98 $257.64
Perfect For: A cozy farmhouse kitchen that leans modern
What We Like: They have a calm, cool and effortless aesthetic
A pair of bucket-style 37.13'' tall bar stools with a solid and manufactured wood frame. Each one boasts four black finished legs with a footrest and bucket style seats with a high back. The foam-filled seat and back are covered in comfortable faux leather upholstery, and the self-returning swivel makes for a fun time.
Designer Advice:
A polished white marble top will add some visual contrast and elegance to these stools, while a playful wallpaper and a funky contemporary light fixture will keep the eyes moving and engaged.
What Users Say:
Good quality, easy to put together!! The swivel feature and arms rests makes it easy to sit back and visit with friends at the bar.
Eames like leather swivel counter stools with backs and arms
$333.99 $459.99
Eames like leather swivel counter stools with backs and arms
Wade Logan®
$333.99 $459.99
Smooth leather and polished wood: These two mixed materials evoke a sensual feeling that you’ll enjoy weather you’re sitting at your bar for morning coffee or late-night cocktails.
Choose a leather in a cognac, black, or cream against a walnut or mahogany wood, and you’ll be able to have swivel stools that will always be in style, no matter what furniture aesthetic is currently trendy.
Plush velvet, high backed bar stools with backs and arms
$242.99 $295.99
Plush velvet, high backed bar stools with backs and arms
Rosdorf Park
$242.99 $295.99
Much of the time, when you find a swivel stool with a back, it’s going to be a low back.
That’s just how the engineering of these stools tends to work. Once in a while, however, you’ll find a beautiful swivel stool that does have a high back—that will support your aching spine at the end of a long day—and when that happens, you know that’s a deal that you should take advantage of.
(The ultra-soft, luxe-looking velvet is just a plus.)
Fully padded, comfortable bar stools with backs and arms
$123.99 $159.99
Fully padded, comfortable bar stools with backs and arms
Orren Ellis
$123.99 $159.99
If you’ve ever sat in an uncomfortable bar stool with pinching metal bits and wooden edges that dig into your thighs, you know: Lots of upholstery is the way to go. You don’t even have to decide to go all-in on the overstuffed look!
Instead, opt for a slim modern chair that just so happens to be entirely covered in a soft, pastel fabric. These types of chairs will go with farmhouse or vintage styles in a lovely way—and they’ll always be easy to sit in, too.
Geometric leather stools with backs and arms
$159.99 $219.99
Geometric leather stools with backs and arms
George Oliver
$159.99 $219.99
If there’s anything that adds luxury to a bar space, it’s leather. However, if you’re looking to avoid your at-home bar looking too traditional, it’s time to break out geometric stitching, repeating shapes, and gorgeous jewel-toned colors.
These types of stools really pack a statement; yet, because of their repeating geometric shapes, also relax the eye. They’re perfect in an Art Deco or modern-looking home.
Minimalist padded bar stools with arms
Minimalist padded bar stools with arms
Mercury Row®
Light wood padded with thin grey upholstery: These types of modern chairs have gentle curves and high-quality construction, making them look upscale without even trying. That’s the dream, right?
If so, you’re in luck. With ergonomic backs and thick, sturdy legs, stools like these are timeless and lovely. Pick up several to add a cohesive theme throughout your home!
Vintage tufted comfortable bar stools with arms
Vintage tufted comfortable bar stools with arms
Curved, tufted backs; shiny metal pins studding the silhouette. When you’re looking for a bar stool with arms and a high back to sink into at the end of a long day, a tufted, stuffed feel is the way to go.
Fortunately, you don’t have to sacrifice style to enjoy a soft seat. Check for tufted chairs that have a distinct shape, such as a half-moon back and cut-off edges. That will help balance out the chair nicely!
Old school bar stools with arms and backs
Old school bar stools with arms and backs
Maybe you don’t want tons of upholstery—but a little would still be nice.
A solid wood chair with metal pins and lots of leather padding would not only elevate the look at your bar, it’d be comfortable. And, since all of the involved materials are incredibly durable and high-value, these types of chairs will look good for years to come. They’re truly investment pieces, and, trust us—the investment will pay off.
Mid century modern barstools with arms
Mid century modern barstools with arms
You aren’t looking for something with quite so large a silhouette?
Pick something architectural instead—wire and wood, with a low back and small footprint. If you’re short on space, these types of stools make a big impact without taking up too much room. They’re also comfortable and modern—perfect for a mid-century or minimalist aesthetic.
Wingback padded bar stools with backs and arms
Wingback padded bar stools with backs and arms
There’s no such thing as a regal wingback chair on a swivel bar stool—right?
Think again. Replete with graceful curves, comfortable upholstery, and tall backs to lean against, wingback swivel stools are here to stay. They’re simultaneously comforting and a statement piece; which, if you ask us, is our kind of at-home bar stool.
Carved wooden swivel bar stools with arms
Carved wooden swivel bar stools with arms
Perhaps fabric upholstery isn’t your thing. Perhaps you’re more interested in wood and leather so smooth you can’t tell where one ends and the other begins.
With smooth armrests and intricately-carved backs, vintage farmhouse chairs that have been polished and shined are both traditional and timeless. Pick up a couple, and your home will immediately begin to feel like an old-fashioned bar or club; sit in one, and time will stand still.
Buying Guide
Emily is a young, talented designer, whose professional interests gravitate towards kitchen and dining spaces. She prides herself on her attention to detail, obsession with functionality, and appreciation for craftsmanship.
The materials you’ll need to reupholster your swivel bar stools are your new fabric, a staple gun, a screwdriver or drill, a hammer, and pliers. The first step consists of removing the existing fabric. You can do this by turning your bar stool upside down and removing the screws/staples that hold the cushion in place with your screwdriver and hammer. Use your pliers to remove the gauze backer fabric as well. Once the seat cushion is detached from the swivel base, make a pattern with your fabric of choice. Place the cushion on the fabric and begin cutting the fabric to the right size. You can then staple the new fabric to the barstool. Secure the edges and trim excess fabric if necessary. Reattach the gauze fabric with your staple and screw the seat back into place. Repeat the same process for the bar stool’s backrest.
There are three top fabric choices for an upholstered arm swivel bar stool: canvas, leather, and vinyl. Canvas is durable because of its tight weave and is easy to clean with warm water and mild soap. Be sure to clean up spills quickly as they can soak into canvas fabric and lead to mold. Canvas fabrics are available in plenty of colors and patterns to suit your style.
Leather is ideal for kitchen bars because it's stain resistant and extremely easy to wipe clean. It can stand up against wear and tear, and it looks classy for a reasonable price. Leather comes in various colors, and if you’re on a budget or are ethically opposed to leather, you can opt for eco faux-leather upholstery instead. It requires a little more care than other upholstery types. You’ll need to give your leather bar stools a polish with fabric conditioner once per month.
Vinyl is another popular fabric for bar stools, appearing similar to leather but with a glossier finish. It’s the most durable of the three options and is difficult to mark or rip. Vinyl upholstery is available in many colors and designs to easily integrate with your living and dining areas.
A comfortable bar stool will allow you flexibility and maneuverability to move as and when you please. So whether you are trying to get closer to your partner or make room for a third person in the conversation, an upholstered arm swivel bar stool is your best bet.
Bar stool height is one factor to consider to ensure you are not in a tight squeeze when sitting at the bar. Likewise, a bar stool that is too low will have you looking up at the grown-ups.
Your bar stool should also be sturdy enough and have a certain heft that allows you to lean in and relax. Curved back bar stools with padded seats and backs are highly recommended for maximum comfort, while upholstered armrests allow you to rest your hands while seated.
