Allister Bar Stool with Upholstered Seat

The Allister Bar Stool with Upholstered Seat is a backless steel stool with a lean, industrial frame and a cushioned top. Four slender steel legs splay gently outward from a softly saddled upholstered seat, and a square footrest ring ties them together at a comfortable height. The result is a stool that tucks neatly under a bar and keeps sight lines open across the room.

The upholstered seat adds comfort and a pop of color or texture against the thin metal frame, which can be finished in a custom powder-coat color. It is a strong fit for cocktail bars, brewery taprooms, kitchen-facing counters and high-top tables where guests come and go. For an all-wood seat in the same frame, see the Allister Stool.

Design details

• Backless design that slides fully under bar tops
• Gently saddled upholstered seat
• Slender steel legs with a slight outward splay
• Square footrest ring for comfort and rigidity
• Custom powder-coat frame color
• Shares its frame with the wood-seat Allister Stool

Built for commercial use

The steel frame is welded, not bolted, so it stays rigid under constant use at a busy bar. The stool is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards, and its foam and upholstery meet CAL TB 117-2013. It ships fully assembled from the factory and carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish and upholstery warranty from shipment. Each stool comes standard with heavy-duty nylon glides, suitable for most commercial floor types, including hardwood, tile, stone, concrete and carpet.

Dimensions

• Width: 16.25"
• Depth: 16.5"
• Height: 30.5"
• Seat Size: 16.5" x 13.25"

Backless stools can be spaced a little tighter than stools with backs, but about 24" per seat keeps guests comfortable. See our bar stool spacing guide and bar vs. counter stool height guide.

Finishes and upholstery

Metal (Metal Option A): a wide range of powder-coat colors from our Color Finish Series, Metal Finish Series options like matte gunmetal and brushed galvanized, and Premium Finishes including antique brass, brushed copper, dark bronze and rust patina.

Wood (Wood Option A): teak (unfinished or oiled), oak, ash, antiqued ash, medium brown stained ash, chestnut brown ash, brushed antique cherry ash, European beech and American walnut.

Ask your sales rep about upholstery options for the seat.

For commercial seating, we recommend specifying upholstery rated 75,000–100,000 double rubs. See our upholstery double rubs guide.

Model code: ALLU-BS

Where it works

The Allister is at home in bars and lounges, breweries and taprooms, restaurant counters and hotel bars. Browse more in our metal stools and upholstered stools, or explore the industrial collection.

Lead times and ordering

Standard production is 14–20 weeks, and most orders can be rushed to 8–10 weeks. Minimum order is typically 4 pieces, and smaller orders are considered on request. Sample stools are available for sit tests through our sample loan program. Designform Furnishings is a commercial wholesaler: we sell to businesses, designers, purchasing firms and the public for commercial projects, not for residential or personal use. We ship worldwide.

How do I get pricing? Contact your local sales rep or a project manager or administrator in our office and we will quote your list, including freight.