Vintage Metal Stools

Buy the best vintage metal stools selected and recommended by interior designers. By Emily Hilton.

Back before stools were designed for comfort, steel was all the rage, and stools were made more for function and longevity. The need for cheaper products that eventually broke took over and metal stools became a thing of the past. But they still hold up, even through the test of time, and we have a collection of vintage metal stools that will be a great addition to your home.

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Vintage Metal Stools

Buying Guide

Removing rust from vintage metal stools is a simple process that can be achieved using items you already have in your home, including white vinegar and aluminum foil.

Using natural products such as distilled white vinegar reduces the risk of damaging the underlying metal frame on your vintage piece, while aluminum is less abrasive than other products such as steel wool which are typically used for cleaning away rust.

To clean your stool, fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and completely cover the stool’s rusted area. Allow it to soak for 30 minutes, then take a piece of aluminum foil and scrunch into a ball, dip it in more vinegar and gently scrub at the rust in small circular motions.

If you have a significant rust problem, use a commercial cleaner made using oxalic acid and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Vintage metal stools range from 35” to 48” tall. Usually the same height as a bar stool, vintage metal stools give your kitchen or den an inviting, homey feeling that encourages your guests to sit down and enjoy themselves.

The tallest vintage stools aren’t suited to regular dining tables or kitchen nooks. They are ideal for kitchen islands with dining areas or bars. If you want vintage metal stools for a counter-top dining area in your kitchen, opt for seats within the 35” to 37” range.

Those slated to be used for a bar should be anywhere from 42” to 48”. Any stool taller than 44” is considered extra-tall.

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Vintage bar stools

Made of a metal bar stool in antique styling is an excellent choice for modern or vintage interiors. Exciting finish in unusual colors gives the interior a charming accent. The rotating seat with footrest is very comfortable.

Vintage stool kitchen stool chair red

Vintage stool kitchen stool chair red

Vintage, metal stool after little renovation will be an original accent in your living room or dining room. Solid metal frame will serve your for years. You can decorate the stool by putting colorful cushion on the sit.

Best Choice Products® (2) Metal Bar Stools Vintage Antique Style Counter Bar Stool Arm Chair Silver

Add a touch of vintage style to any interior with this set of two stools. Those stools have a heavy-duty steel construction with silver, powder coat finish. Features a slightly curved backrest and footrest.

Vintage industrial bar stools 2

Vintage metal bar stools never go out of fashion, and the reclaimed wood used to create seats is as eco-friendly as they get. Stylish, these bar stools will serve you for years to come. Great for creating home bars.

Vintage metal cosco chair stepstool

Vintage Metal Cosco Chair/Stepstool

Antique bar stools

An industrial take on a minimalistic and primitive barstool, made out of wrought iron with a round wooden seat made out of oak wood with a highly burned surface and an adjustable, screw-like frame beneath the seat.

Vintage industrial bar stools 1

Bar stool in Vintage style. Metal base is reinforced with support ring. Round seat is made of wood. Suitable for residential and commercial premises. Neutral and functional accent for each place as needed.

Circa 1950s cosco fold out step stool

Circa 1950s cosco fold out step stool

An unusual combination of a folding chair with step stool is an excellent choice for children and not only. The metallic design and antique finish in turquoise shade look great and will work well in any kitchen. Very functional furniture.

Vintage industrial white metal stool 3

Vintage Industrial White Metal Stool

Adjustable barstools 3

Unique vintage high back stools with an industrial look and outstanding visual appeal. The stools feature a sturdy metal frame and strong sturdy legs. It also comes with a rounded seat, made from wood, and a lower backrest made from the same. Its two-tone design makes it the ideal neutral piece for any décor.

Adjustable Stool in Industrial Finish

Detailed claw-footed legs, stylized T-tractor seat and handsome rusty finish define the unique industrial inspired style of this bar stool. Its seat swivels and is adjustable. Nice, vintage looking piece.

Vintage stool step stool kitchen stool

Vintage stool step stool kitchen stool

Made of chrome-plated metal, the stool chair is a great piece of furniture for a wide variety of applications. Beautiful red finish resembles retro styling to create a very original whole. The perfect solution for the kitchen.

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Old industrial stool becomes colorful extra seating

Vintage metal stools

Vintage metal stool in a nice red color. Its comfortable sitting space includes a backrest for additional support. Its four legs are stable thanks to additional four horizontal supports made of metal.

Metal Bar Stool Can Be Adjusted As Required by Benzara

It is a bar stool that has got a solid metal construction, brown finish and fantastic design. It is a great and comfortable addition to your kitchen and dining room area. You will be impressed how nicely finished this stool is.

Antique metal stools

I have a really old one of these. My favorite chair as a kid. I should fix it up. Maybe not yellow though.

Vintage metal stools

Vintage metal stools - guarante industrial appearance, raw character and durability.Particularly fashionable at this time is the finish of the powder coating. The round seats of these tabouret bar stoos also have their numbers.Pick your favorite and sit down.

Adeco Dark Bronze Metal Swivel Dining or Barstool Chair, Diamond Patterned Back

Bring more classic accents to your home decor with this beautiful swivel barstool. The frame is crafted from durable metal and covered in a dark bronze finish. Aside from lovely metalwork, the barstool also offers a leatherette seat and wood accented back

Vintage Bar Stool Industrial Metal Design Wood Top Adjustable Height Swivel

Add a touch of industrial style to your interiors with this astonishing stool. Its frame is made of sturdy black metal in distressed finish and features large screw to adjust height. Round wooden seat is swivel.

Tabouret 24-inch Lemon Metal Counter Stools (Set of 2)

Set of two 24-inch counter stools made of solid and durable metal. They provide great stability and are highly functional featuring stackable construction, powder coated finish and non-marking foot glides.

Antique piano bench with storage

Industrial Artist's Metal Stool 28" $89; love it!!

Hudson Counter Stool - World Market

The Elegant Counter-Height Barstool fits excellently for kitchen counters, bar areas, and pubs. Manufactured from acacia wood and quality metal, the stool features sturdy back and legs, and a comfortable footrest.

Vintage adjustable barstools from danielle moss home in rue magazine

Vintage adjustable barstools from Danielle Moss' home in Rue Magazine

Adeco Dark Bronze Metal Swivel Dining or Barstool Chair, Diamond Patterned Back

This kind of product is a chair that plays the role of a dining chair or a bar stool. It has got a durable metal frame with a bronze finish. The seat is padded, has got a round shape and is supported by a backrest.

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