Bensen Stool

The Bensen Stool brings the sweeping low back of the Bensen Chair up to bar and counter height. The rear legs rise and curve into a wraparound top rail that supports the lower back without blocking the view across the bar, and long tapered solid wood legs give the stool a tall, elegant stance. A padded upholstered seat keeps guests comfortable through a long evening.

A brushed stainless foot rest cover protects the front stretcher where shoes land most, a practical detail that also adds a crisp line of metal against the wood. Available in bar and counter heights, in our American walnut, white oak, ash and European beech finishes, with leather, faux leather or fabric seats. Pair it with the Bensen Chair or the Bensen Chair with Cord Seat for a coordinated room.

Design details

• Curved wraparound back rail that flows from the rear legs
• Brushed stainless foot rest cover on the front stretcher
• Padded upholstered seat in leather, faux leather, fabric or COM
• Tall tapered solid wood legs with a full stretcher system
• Available in bar and counter heights
• Featured in our Steakhouse, Alpine Lodge and Coastal & Rooftop collections

Built for commercial use

The Bensen Stool is built from solid wood with mortise-and-tenon joinery and very few bolted connections. It 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 is backed by a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish and upholstery warranty from shipment.

Dimensions

Bar stool (BENS-BS)

• Width: 19.75"
• Depth: 21.25"
• Height: 39"
• Seat Height: 30"
• Seat Size: 17.25" x 16"

Counter stool (BENS-CS)

• Width: 19.5"
• Depth: 20.75"
• Height: 35"
• Seat Height: 24"
• Seat Size: 17.25" x 16"

Use the bar height with 40–42" bar tops and the counter height with 34–36" counters, and allow about 24" per stool. See our bar vs. counter stool height guide and bar stool spacing guide.

Finishes and upholstery

Wood (Wood Option B): North American ash, European beech, black painted ash (open pore), beechwood with walnut stain, ashwood with light or dark walnut stain, American white oak and American walnut.

Leather (Leather Option A): a wide range of standard, deluxe and premium leathers, including distressed premium hides.

Faux leather (Faux Leather Option B): a broad palette of standard and deluxe faux leathers.

Fabric (Fabric Option A): a wide selection of commercial fabrics and tweeds.

COM/COL: accepted (minimums apply).

For commercial seating we recommend specifying 75,000–100,000 double rubs. We accept COM and COL and will give you the yardage. See our upholstery double rubs guide.

Model codes: BENS-BS (bar), BENS-CS (counter)

Where it works

The Bensen Stool is at home in bars and lounges, restaurants, hotel bars and breweries and taprooms. You can see it at Santo Mezcal in Santa Barbara, shown in the project photos on this page. Browse more wood stools or explore the Steakhouse 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.