Stools

A well-designed bar or kitchen area isn't just about function; it's a space for gathering, style, and lasting impressions. Whether you're furnishing a restaurant, outfitting a home bar, or refreshing a café, NextGen Furniture carries a selection of stools built for real-world use and long-term value. From sleek modern silhouettes to timeless classics, our collection delivers a perfect fit that combines comfort, functionality, and durability with the right look.

Why Businesses and Homeowners Choose NextGen

With 37+ years of experience supplying commercial-grade furniture, NextGen Furniture brings deep product knowledge to every project, large or small. Our wholesale pricing makes it possible for restaurants, bars, schools, and homeowners to access high-quality seating without stretching their budgets.

Bar Stools & Counter Stools for Every Space

Restaurants, Bars & Cafés

Food and beverage operators need seating that holds up under constant use without sacrificing style. The right bar stool height, material, and finish transform a counter or bar area into an inviting space that keeps guests comfortable and coming back. Our commercial-grade stools are essential for venues where durability and design both have to deliver, and wholesale pricing makes outfitting an entire space straightforward.

Homes & Kitchen Islands

Homeowners furnishing a kitchen island, breakfast bar, or home bar need stools that balance everyday comfort with the right look. Counter and bar stools provide versatile seating that balances everyday function with style, whether you're hosting guests or starting the morning. With a wide range of styles, materials, and finishes, it's easy to find an option that fits your space and reflects your taste.

Explore Our Stool & Bar Chairs Collections

Bar Stools

Bar stools provide the ideal seating solution for home bars, breakfast areas, and restaurant counters. Our selection includes versatile 18-inch, 25-inch counter, and 30-inch bar heights from trusted lines like the Cafetorium and Evolve series to fit any surface perfectly. You can easily coordinate these commercial-grade seats with matching dining chairs to create a unified, professional look.

Cafe & Bistro Stools

Cafe & Bistro Stools are sized perfectly for cafeterias, breakrooms, and bistros. Our café stools offer standard 24-inch to 30-inch heights for high-traffic dining environments. These options feature durable construction and come in both industrial and modern designs to suit your specific aesthetic preferences.

Lab & Science Stools

Purpose-built for precision environments, lab and science stools provide reliable support for high school classrooms, research facilities, and healthcare settings. This selection features heavy-duty steel construction, adjustable heights ranging from 18 to 39 inches, and optional backrests to accommodate various workstations.

Office Stools

Designed for active workspaces, our office stools offer flexible seating for standing desks, drafting tables, and collaborative areas. You can choose from heavy-duty steel models, swivel designs, and adjustable heights to ensure comfortable support as you move throughout the day.

Task Stools

Task stools provide essential ergonomic flexibility for drafting tables, science benches, and sit-stand workstations in both educational and professional settings. Options like the KI Intellect Wave feature pneumatic height adjustment, swivel seats, and footrings to promote proper posture during long tasks.

Wobble Stools

Wobble stools support active learning by allowing natural movement in all directions, improving focus and core engagement for users of all ages. Leading options from Kore Design and Marco feature anti-tip safety rings and antimicrobial plastics for safe, everyday classroom use.

Shop Stools

Built for durability in industrial and workshop settings, shop stools are designed to handle heavy use across a range of professional environments. These heavy-duty steel options come in fixed or adjustable heights, with vinyl-padded models available for added comfort during longer projects.

Wood Stools

For spaces that call for warmth and character, wood stools deliver natural texture and timeless style in multiple finishes to match your existing décor. Featuring solid hardwood seats, mortise-and-tenon construction, and steel frames, these seats meet strict commercial durability standards while adding classic character to your room.

Performance Standards

• Materials: Steel frames, solid wood, and mixed-material builds; a wide selection of colors and textures to suit any bar area

• Height Options: Bar height (28–30" seat) and counter height (24–26" seat), filter by height to find your perfect fit

• Construction: Commercial-grade, USA-made; low maintenance and built for versatility across homes and businesses

• Customization: Colors, textures, and materials available to transform your space; coordinates with matching chairs

• Use Cases: Essential seating for restaurants, bars, cafés, and home kitchens.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between bar stools and counter stools?

Height. Bar stools (28–30") are designed for bar-height surfaces around 40–42 inches. Counter stools (24–26") are sized for standard kitchen counters or islands. To find the right fit, aim for 10–12 inches between the seat and the surface above it.

Can I order bar stools for a commercial restaurant or bar?

Yes. Every stool we provide is commercial-grade, built for high-traffic environments. Wholesale pricing keeps large orders cost-effective, and our Space Planning team can help transform your bar area with the right quantity, height, and layout.

Are custom finishes and colors available?

Many styles offer a range of colors, textures, and materials, essential for spaces where décor and brand identity matter. Use our filters to understand what's available and find options that suit your look.

Complete Your Space

Stools work best as part of a full seating strategy. Browse our chairs collection for coordinating dining and side chairs, or explore soft seating options for lounge and reception areas. At NextGen, we do more than sell furniture; we partner with you to shape environments that inspire growth.