Shell Stool with Pedestal Base

The Shell Stool with Pedestal Base is the freestanding version of the Shell. Its fully upholstered tub seat curves around the back and sides with soft vertical seams, and it sits on a slim steel column with a round footring and a broad, low disc base that keeps it steady without bolting it down.

The result is a compact, comfortable stool with the presence of a lounge chair, well suited to cocktail bars, steakhouse bars and hotel lounges where guests linger. Choose polished stainless steel, brushed brass, black brass or black powder coat for the base, and leather, faux leather or fabric for the seat. An optional swivel seat is available. Where stools need to be fixed in place, specify the Shell Stool with Bolt Down Base.

Design details

• Fully upholstered tub-style seat and back with vertical seams
• Freestanding steel pedestal with round disc base
• Round footring
• Polished stainless, brushed brass, black brass or black powder coat base
• Optional swivel seat
• Bar and counter heights

Built for commercial use

The Shell is built on a welded steel frame, not a bolted one. It is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards, and its foam and upholstery meet CAL TB 117-2013. When the optional swivel is specified, the seat has an auto-return mechanism. It ships fully assembled and carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish and upholstery warranty from shipment.

Dimensions

Bar stool (SHEP-BS):

• Width: 20.5"
• Depth: 21.75"
• Height: 37.75"
• Seat Height: 30"
• Seat Size: 17.25" x 17"

Counter stool (SHEP-CS):

• Width: 20.5"
• Depth: 21.75"
• Height: 31.75"
• Seat Height: 24"
• Seat Size: 17.25" x 17"

Because the seat is over 20" wide, allow about 26" per stool along the bar. Our bar stool spacing guide and bar vs. counter height guide have the details.

Finishes and upholstery

Base finish: polished stainless steel, brushed brass, black brass or black powder coated steel.

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

Faux leather (Faux Leather Option B): standard and deluxe faux leathers in a broad palette of neutrals, browns, blues and greens.

Fabric (Fabric Option A): a wide selection of commercial fabrics, including tweeds and performance textiles in many colors. COM is also accepted.

For customer-supplied material, we recommend specifying a commercial-grade textile rated at 75,000–100,000 double rubs. We accept COM and COL and will give you the exact yardage. See our upholstery double rubs guide for more.

Model codes: SHEP-BS, SHEP-CS

Where it works

Use the Shell in bars, restaurants, hotel lounges, casinos and country club grills. See related pieces in our Steakhouse collection, or browse more metal stools and counter 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.