Hairpin Bar Stool

The Hairpin Bar Stool is a lean, backless stool built from bent steel rod legs that taper down to a narrow point, the classic hairpin silhouette borrowed from mid-century furniture. A round solid wood seat sits on top, and a slim steel ring ties the legs together and doubles as a footrest. The result is airy and graphic, with almost no visual weight along a bar.

Because it tucks fully under the bar top and stays out of sight lines, the Hairpin is a smart pick for tight bar runs, window counters and high-top tables. Pair a natural or walnut seat with black steel for an industrial look, or choose a bold powder coat color to make the legs a design feature.

Design details

• Steel hairpin-style rod legs with a tapered profile
• Round solid wood seat
• Steel ring footrest that also braces the legs
• Backless design that tucks under the bar
• Bar height 30" seat

Built for commercial use

The steel frame is welded, not bolted, so it stays rigid through daily use. The Hairpin is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards. It ships fully assembled from the factory and carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish warranty from shipment.

Dimensions

• Width: 17.75"
• Depth: 17.75"
• Height: 30"
• Seat Height: 30"
• Seat Size: 13.5" x 13.5"

A 30" seat height suits bars around 40–42" tall. With a compact footprint, about 24" per stool works well; see our bar stool spacing guide and bar vs. counter height guide.

Finishes and upholstery

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

Metal (Metal Option A): a wide palette of matte and gloss colors in our Color Finish Series, metal-look finishes such as matte gunmetal and brushed galvanized, and premium finishes including dark bronze, antique brass, brushed copper, rust patina and matte red rust. Custom powder coat colors are also available.

Model code: HAIR-BS

Where it works

The Hairpin works in bars, breweries and taprooms, coffee shops and fast casual restaurants. Browse more metal stools and bar stools.

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.