Overview
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Sits when needed. Vanishes when not.
A backless counter-height kitchen stool in smoked-oak veneer over MDF with four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood. 340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. The 330mm square seat tucks fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang. The smoked-oak finish darkens the grain to a warm mid-brown that matches timber worktops without competing. 4 kg. Legs-only assembly. The stool that gives the kitchen its floor back when someone stands up.
What the backless profile changes.
- It disappears beneath the counter: The compact seat and backless form slide fully under a standard overhang, clearing the floor between meals.
- It keeps the kitchen proportioned: A stool with a back occupies vertical space at all times. This one returns the sightline when pushed in.
- It moves one-handed: At 4 kg one person can pull it out, carry it to another room, or hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs full clearance.
- It matches the warm-toned kitchen palette: The smoked-oak finish sits alongside oak worktops, timber flooring and warm cabinetry without introducing a competing material or colour.
- It works beyond the kitchen: At a standing desk, a high-level studio bench or a hallway console, the counter-height seat provides perching wherever elevated seating is useful.
- It assembles in minutes: Four legs screw into pre-drilled fittings. Fixings included. No tools beyond what is in the box.
Kitchens that keep the floor clear.
At a pale-oak island where the smoked-oak stool adds a slightly darker companion tone. Against dark-grey cabinetry where warm mid-brown grain introduces natural softness. In a Shaker-style kitchen where a pair of smoked-oak stools provides warm-toned contrast. At a breakfast bar in a compact flat where the stools must vanish after the morning coffee. For more on styling a kitchen island with considered seating, our kitchen breakfast bar guide covers layout, spacing and stool selection.
The stool that disappears when empty.
Most kitchen stools announce themselves. They have backs, arms, swivel mechanisms, upholstery and enough visual presence to dominate the island when nobody is sitting on them. This one does the opposite. A square seat, four tapered legs, smoked oak throughout, and nothing else. When someone sits, it provides a stable surface at the correct height. When they stand, it tucks beneath the counter and the kitchen gets its floor back.
The seat is 330mm square, compact enough to slide fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang but wide enough for the duration of a morning coffee or a quick meal. The smoked oak veneer over MDF gives the seat a warm mid-brown tone with visible grain. Four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood splay outward for stability on hard kitchen flooring.
At 4 kg it is light enough to lift one-handed, pull from beneath the counter, carry to another room or hang from a wall hook when the kitchen needs full clearance. For a contrasting stool with a back for longer sitting, the Charcoal Faux Leather Industrial Bar Stools offer an upholstered alternative at the same counter.
What the square seat provides.
- Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. The darkened oak grain carries a warm mid-brown tone that matches kitchen cabinetry and timber worktops without introducing a competing colour. The MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable.
- 330 x 330mm square seat. Compact enough to tuck fully beneath a counter overhang. Wide enough for comfortable seated use during a meal, a coffee or a conversation at the kitchen island.
- Four tapered rubber wood legs. Oak-veneered rubber wood legs splay outward for a stable base on hard kitchen flooring. Rubber wood is a dense hardwood that holds screw fixings firmly and handles daily kitchen use.
- 650mm total height, 629mm leg height. Counter height rather than bar height. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at 900mm. The 629mm floor clearance keeps the legs and stretchers clear of the floor for easy cleaning beneath.
- 4 kg total weight. One hand is enough. Pull it out, sit on it, push it back. Carry it to the dining table when extra seating is needed. Hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs clearing.
- Legs-only assembly. Four tapered legs screw into the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
Why backless works at the counter.
A stool with a back is a commitment. It occupies the same vertical space whether someone is sitting on it or not. It cannot tuck beneath the counter. It announces its presence from every angle even when the kitchen is empty. A backless stool knows when to disappear. At a breakfast bar where seating is needed for twenty minutes in the morning and not again until evening, the ability to slide the stool completely out of sight changes how the kitchen functions. The floor stays clear. The counter looks uncluttered. The sightlines across the room stay open. When seating is needed, the stool slides out and performs without ceremony.
Kitchens where smoked oak fits.
At a pale oak or birch-ply island, the smoked oak adds a slightly darker tone that distinguishes seating from surface without clashing. Against dark grey cabinetry, the warm mid-brown introduces a natural material that softens the palette. In a kitchen with exposed beams and a stone floor, the tapered legs and warm grain connect to the architecture. At a white Shaker-style island, a pair in smoked oak provides the warm contrast that prevents the kitchen feeling clinical. In an open-plan kitchen where the cooking zone meets the living area, the simple wooden stool bridges both spaces without looking out of place. The square seat also works at a standing desk or a high-level studio worksurface.
Before placing the first order.
- Counter height: 650mm. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Measure your counter height before ordering. Allow 250mm minimum between the top of the seat and the underside of the counter for comfortable clearance.
- Sold individually. Order the quantity you need. Allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island for comfortable spacing at the counter.
- Surface care. The smoked oak veneer is sealed. Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Avoid standing water and abrasive cleaners. Kitchen splashes and spills should be wiped promptly to protect the veneer finish.
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
Smoked oak kitchen bar stool: answered.
The seat sits at 650mm, which is counter height rather than bar height. It suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Allow a minimum of 250mm between the top of the seat and the underside of your counter for comfortable clearance. Measure your counter before ordering.
The 330mm square seat and backless profile slide completely beneath most standard counter overhangs. If your island has a shallow overhang or an apron beneath the surface, measure the clearance to confirm the stool fits underneath.
For the kind of sitting a kitchen counter demands, yes. Breakfast, a quick lunch, a conversation while someone cooks. Backless stools suit shorter periods of perching rather than extended dining. The 330mm seat width provides enough surface for comfortable seated use without feeling cramped.
The warm mid-brown tone works alongside pale-oak worktops, dark-grey or charcoal cabinetry, Shaker-style white or cream units, timber flooring and exposed beams. It sits in the same tonal family as most warm-neutral kitchen palettes. For a contrasting stool with an upholstered seat and back, the Contemporary Dark Grey Velvet Bar Stools offer a different approach at the same counter.
The seat is smoked oak veneer over an MDF core. The legs are oak-veneered rubber wood. The veneer gives the stool the grain and tone of real smoked oak while the MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable under daily kitchen use.
Sold individually. Measure your island and allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island. A 1200mm island typically accommodates three stools comfortably. A 900mm island suits two.
The four tapered legs splay outward, distributing the seated weight across a wide base. On hard kitchen flooring the stool is stable under normal use. The lightness is a feature rather than a compromise: it makes the stool easy to move, tuck and carry daily.
Yes. The 650mm counter height works at a standing desk, a high studio bench, a hallway console or a home bar. The simple profile and smoked-oak finish suit any room where elevated perching is needed without permanent seating.
Legs only. Four tapered legs screw into pre-drilled fittings on the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. Seat 330 x 330mm. Leg height 629mm. Floor clearance 629mm. Weight 4 kg. Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. Oak-veneered rubber wood tapered legs. Backless. Legs-only assembly with fixings included. Sold individually.
Seating that earns the kitchen island.
Choosing the right stool for a kitchen island means balancing height, width, material and the amount of visual space the stool occupies when nobody is sitting on it. The right combination turns an island from a worksurface into a gathering point.
Overview
Sits when needed. Vanishes when not.
A backless counter-height kitchen stool in smoked-oak veneer over MDF with four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood. 340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. The 330mm square seat tucks fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang. The smoked-oak finish darkens the grain to a warm mid-brown that matches timber worktops without competing. 4 kg. Legs-only assembly. The stool that gives the kitchen its floor back when someone stands up.
What the backless profile changes.
- It disappears beneath the counter: The compact seat and backless form slide fully under a standard overhang, clearing the floor between meals.
- It keeps the kitchen proportioned: A stool with a back occupies vertical space at all times. This one returns the sightline when pushed in.
- It moves one-handed: At 4 kg one person can pull it out, carry it to another room, or hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs full clearance.
- It matches the warm-toned kitchen palette: The smoked-oak finish sits alongside oak worktops, timber flooring and warm cabinetry without introducing a competing material or colour.
- It works beyond the kitchen: At a standing desk, a high-level studio bench or a hallway console, the counter-height seat provides perching wherever elevated seating is useful.
- It assembles in minutes: Four legs screw into pre-drilled fittings. Fixings included. No tools beyond what is in the box.
Kitchens that keep the floor clear.
At a pale-oak island where the smoked-oak stool adds a slightly darker companion tone. Against dark-grey cabinetry where warm mid-brown grain introduces natural softness. In a Shaker-style kitchen where a pair of smoked-oak stools provides warm-toned contrast. At a breakfast bar in a compact flat where the stools must vanish after the morning coffee. For more on styling a kitchen island with considered seating, our kitchen breakfast bar guide covers layout, spacing and stool selection.
Description
The stool that disappears when empty.
Most kitchen stools announce themselves. They have backs, arms, swivel mechanisms, upholstery and enough visual presence to dominate the island when nobody is sitting on them. This one does the opposite. A square seat, four tapered legs, smoked oak throughout, and nothing else. When someone sits, it provides a stable surface at the correct height. When they stand, it tucks beneath the counter and the kitchen gets its floor back.
The seat is 330mm square, compact enough to slide fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang but wide enough for the duration of a morning coffee or a quick meal. The smoked oak veneer over MDF gives the seat a warm mid-brown tone with visible grain. Four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood splay outward for stability on hard kitchen flooring.
At 4 kg it is light enough to lift one-handed, pull from beneath the counter, carry to another room or hang from a wall hook when the kitchen needs full clearance. For a contrasting stool with a back for longer sitting, the Charcoal Faux Leather Industrial Bar Stools offer an upholstered alternative at the same counter.
What the square seat provides.
- Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. The darkened oak grain carries a warm mid-brown tone that matches kitchen cabinetry and timber worktops without introducing a competing colour. The MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable.
- 330 x 330mm square seat. Compact enough to tuck fully beneath a counter overhang. Wide enough for comfortable seated use during a meal, a coffee or a conversation at the kitchen island.
- Four tapered rubber wood legs. Oak-veneered rubber wood legs splay outward for a stable base on hard kitchen flooring. Rubber wood is a dense hardwood that holds screw fixings firmly and handles daily kitchen use.
- 650mm total height, 629mm leg height. Counter height rather than bar height. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at 900mm. The 629mm floor clearance keeps the legs and stretchers clear of the floor for easy cleaning beneath.
- 4 kg total weight. One hand is enough. Pull it out, sit on it, push it back. Carry it to the dining table when extra seating is needed. Hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs clearing.
- Legs-only assembly. Four tapered legs screw into the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
Why backless works at the counter.
A stool with a back is a commitment. It occupies the same vertical space whether someone is sitting on it or not. It cannot tuck beneath the counter. It announces its presence from every angle even when the kitchen is empty. A backless stool knows when to disappear. At a breakfast bar where seating is needed for twenty minutes in the morning and not again until evening, the ability to slide the stool completely out of sight changes how the kitchen functions. The floor stays clear. The counter looks uncluttered. The sightlines across the room stay open. When seating is needed, the stool slides out and performs without ceremony.
Kitchens where smoked oak fits.
At a pale oak or birch-ply island, the smoked oak adds a slightly darker tone that distinguishes seating from surface without clashing. Against dark grey cabinetry, the warm mid-brown introduces a natural material that softens the palette. In a kitchen with exposed beams and a stone floor, the tapered legs and warm grain connect to the architecture. At a white Shaker-style island, a pair in smoked oak provides the warm contrast that prevents the kitchen feeling clinical. In an open-plan kitchen where the cooking zone meets the living area, the simple wooden stool bridges both spaces without looking out of place. The square seat also works at a standing desk or a high-level studio worksurface.
Before placing the first order.
- Counter height: 650mm. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Measure your counter height before ordering. Allow 250mm minimum between the top of the seat and the underside of the counter for comfortable clearance.
- Sold individually. Order the quantity you need. Allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island for comfortable spacing at the counter.
- Surface care. The smoked oak veneer is sealed. Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Avoid standing water and abrasive cleaners. Kitchen splashes and spills should be wiped promptly to protect the veneer finish.
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
FAQs
Smoked oak kitchen bar stool: answered.
The seat sits at 650mm, which is counter height rather than bar height. It suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Allow a minimum of 250mm between the top of the seat and the underside of your counter for comfortable clearance. Measure your counter before ordering.
The 330mm square seat and backless profile slide completely beneath most standard counter overhangs. If your island has a shallow overhang or an apron beneath the surface, measure the clearance to confirm the stool fits underneath.
For the kind of sitting a kitchen counter demands, yes. Breakfast, a quick lunch, a conversation while someone cooks. Backless stools suit shorter periods of perching rather than extended dining. The 330mm seat width provides enough surface for comfortable seated use without feeling cramped.
The warm mid-brown tone works alongside pale-oak worktops, dark-grey or charcoal cabinetry, Shaker-style white or cream units, timber flooring and exposed beams. It sits in the same tonal family as most warm-neutral kitchen palettes. For a contrasting stool with an upholstered seat and back, the Contemporary Dark Grey Velvet Bar Stools offer a different approach at the same counter.
The seat is smoked oak veneer over an MDF core. The legs are oak-veneered rubber wood. The veneer gives the stool the grain and tone of real smoked oak while the MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable under daily kitchen use.
Sold individually. Measure your island and allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island. A 1200mm island typically accommodates three stools comfortably. A 900mm island suits two.
The four tapered legs splay outward, distributing the seated weight across a wide base. On hard kitchen flooring the stool is stable under normal use. The lightness is a feature rather than a compromise: it makes the stool easy to move, tuck and carry daily.
Yes. The 650mm counter height works at a standing desk, a high studio bench, a hallway console or a home bar. The simple profile and smoked-oak finish suit any room where elevated perching is needed without permanent seating.
Legs only. Four tapered legs screw into pre-drilled fittings on the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. Seat 330 x 330mm. Leg height 629mm. Floor clearance 629mm. Weight 4 kg. Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. Oak-veneered rubber wood tapered legs. Backless. Legs-only assembly with fixings included. Sold individually.
Knowledge Hub
Seating that earns the kitchen island.
Choosing the right stool for a kitchen island means balancing height, width, material and the amount of visual space the stool occupies when nobody is sitting on it. The right combination turns an island from a worksurface into a gathering point.
Smoked Oak Wooden Kitchen Bar Stool
Overview
Description
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
FAQs
Knowledge Hub
Sits when needed. Vanishes when not.
A backless counter-height kitchen stool in smoked-oak veneer over MDF with four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood. 340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. The 330mm square seat tucks fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang. The smoked-oak finish darkens the grain to a warm mid-brown that matches timber worktops without competing. 4 kg. Legs-only assembly. The stool that gives the kitchen its floor back when someone stands up.
What the backless profile changes.
- It disappears beneath the counter: The compact seat and backless form slide fully under a standard overhang, clearing the floor between meals.
- It keeps the kitchen proportioned: A stool with a back occupies vertical space at all times. This one returns the sightline when pushed in.
- It moves one-handed: At 4 kg one person can pull it out, carry it to another room, or hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs full clearance.
- It matches the warm-toned kitchen palette: The smoked-oak finish sits alongside oak worktops, timber flooring and warm cabinetry without introducing a competing material or colour.
- It works beyond the kitchen: At a standing desk, a high-level studio bench or a hallway console, the counter-height seat provides perching wherever elevated seating is useful.
- It assembles in minutes: Four legs screw into pre-drilled fittings. Fixings included. No tools beyond what is in the box.
Kitchens that keep the floor clear.
At a pale-oak island where the smoked-oak stool adds a slightly darker companion tone. Against dark-grey cabinetry where warm mid-brown grain introduces natural softness. In a Shaker-style kitchen where a pair of smoked-oak stools provides warm-toned contrast. At a breakfast bar in a compact flat where the stools must vanish after the morning coffee. For more on styling a kitchen island with considered seating, our kitchen breakfast bar guide covers layout, spacing and stool selection.
The stool that disappears when empty.
Most kitchen stools announce themselves. They have backs, arms, swivel mechanisms, upholstery and enough visual presence to dominate the island when nobody is sitting on them. This one does the opposite. A square seat, four tapered legs, smoked oak throughout, and nothing else. When someone sits, it provides a stable surface at the correct height. When they stand, it tucks beneath the counter and the kitchen gets its floor back.
The seat is 330mm square, compact enough to slide fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang but wide enough for the duration of a morning coffee or a quick meal. The smoked oak veneer over MDF gives the seat a warm mid-brown tone with visible grain. Four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood splay outward for stability on hard kitchen flooring.
At 4 kg it is light enough to lift one-handed, pull from beneath the counter, carry to another room or hang from a wall hook when the kitchen needs full clearance. For a contrasting stool with a back for longer sitting, the Charcoal Faux Leather Industrial Bar Stools offer an upholstered alternative at the same counter.
What the square seat provides.
- Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. The darkened oak grain carries a warm mid-brown tone that matches kitchen cabinetry and timber worktops without introducing a competing colour. The MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable.
- 330 x 330mm square seat. Compact enough to tuck fully beneath a counter overhang. Wide enough for comfortable seated use during a meal, a coffee or a conversation at the kitchen island.
- Four tapered rubber wood legs. Oak-veneered rubber wood legs splay outward for a stable base on hard kitchen flooring. Rubber wood is a dense hardwood that holds screw fixings firmly and handles daily kitchen use.
- 650mm total height, 629mm leg height. Counter height rather than bar height. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at 900mm. The 629mm floor clearance keeps the legs and stretchers clear of the floor for easy cleaning beneath.
- 4 kg total weight. One hand is enough. Pull it out, sit on it, push it back. Carry it to the dining table when extra seating is needed. Hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs clearing.
- Legs-only assembly. Four tapered legs screw into the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
Why backless works at the counter.
A stool with a back is a commitment. It occupies the same vertical space whether someone is sitting on it or not. It cannot tuck beneath the counter. It announces its presence from every angle even when the kitchen is empty. A backless stool knows when to disappear. At a breakfast bar where seating is needed for twenty minutes in the morning and not again until evening, the ability to slide the stool completely out of sight changes how the kitchen functions. The floor stays clear. The counter looks uncluttered. The sightlines across the room stay open. When seating is needed, the stool slides out and performs without ceremony.
Kitchens where smoked oak fits.
At a pale oak or birch-ply island, the smoked oak adds a slightly darker tone that distinguishes seating from surface without clashing. Against dark grey cabinetry, the warm mid-brown introduces a natural material that softens the palette. In a kitchen with exposed beams and a stone floor, the tapered legs and warm grain connect to the architecture. At a white Shaker-style island, a pair in smoked oak provides the warm contrast that prevents the kitchen feeling clinical. In an open-plan kitchen where the cooking zone meets the living area, the simple wooden stool bridges both spaces without looking out of place. The square seat also works at a standing desk or a high-level studio worksurface.
Before placing the first order.
- Counter height: 650mm. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Measure your counter height before ordering. Allow 250mm minimum between the top of the seat and the underside of the counter for comfortable clearance.
- Sold individually. Order the quantity you need. Allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island for comfortable spacing at the counter.
- Surface care. The smoked oak veneer is sealed. Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Avoid standing water and abrasive cleaners. Kitchen splashes and spills should be wiped promptly to protect the veneer finish.
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
Smoked oak kitchen bar stool: answered.
The seat sits at 650mm, which is counter height rather than bar height. It suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Allow a minimum of 250mm between the top of the seat and the underside of your counter for comfortable clearance. Measure your counter before ordering.
The 330mm square seat and backless profile slide completely beneath most standard counter overhangs. If your island has a shallow overhang or an apron beneath the surface, measure the clearance to confirm the stool fits underneath.
For the kind of sitting a kitchen counter demands, yes. Breakfast, a quick lunch, a conversation while someone cooks. Backless stools suit shorter periods of perching rather than extended dining. The 330mm seat width provides enough surface for comfortable seated use without feeling cramped.
The warm mid-brown tone works alongside pale-oak worktops, dark-grey or charcoal cabinetry, Shaker-style white or cream units, timber flooring and exposed beams. It sits in the same tonal family as most warm-neutral kitchen palettes. For a contrasting stool with an upholstered seat and back, the Contemporary Dark Grey Velvet Bar Stools offer a different approach at the same counter.
The seat is smoked oak veneer over an MDF core. The legs are oak-veneered rubber wood. The veneer gives the stool the grain and tone of real smoked oak while the MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable under daily kitchen use.
Sold individually. Measure your island and allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island. A 1200mm island typically accommodates three stools comfortably. A 900mm island suits two.
The four tapered legs splay outward, distributing the seated weight across a wide base. On hard kitchen flooring the stool is stable under normal use. The lightness is a feature rather than a compromise: it makes the stool easy to move, tuck and carry daily.
Yes. The 650mm counter height works at a standing desk, a high studio bench, a hallway console or a home bar. The simple profile and smoked-oak finish suit any room where elevated perching is needed without permanent seating.
Legs only. Four tapered legs screw into pre-drilled fittings on the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. Seat 330 x 330mm. Leg height 629mm. Floor clearance 629mm. Weight 4 kg. Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. Oak-veneered rubber wood tapered legs. Backless. Legs-only assembly with fixings included. Sold individually.
Seating that earns the kitchen island.
Choosing the right stool for a kitchen island means balancing height, width, material and the amount of visual space the stool occupies when nobody is sitting on it. The right combination turns an island from a worksurface into a gathering point.
Overview
Sits when needed. Vanishes when not.
A backless counter-height kitchen stool in smoked-oak veneer over MDF with four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood. 340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. The 330mm square seat tucks fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang. The smoked-oak finish darkens the grain to a warm mid-brown that matches timber worktops without competing. 4 kg. Legs-only assembly. The stool that gives the kitchen its floor back when someone stands up.
What the backless profile changes.
- It disappears beneath the counter: The compact seat and backless form slide fully under a standard overhang, clearing the floor between meals.
- It keeps the kitchen proportioned: A stool with a back occupies vertical space at all times. This one returns the sightline when pushed in.
- It moves one-handed: At 4 kg one person can pull it out, carry it to another room, or hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs full clearance.
- It matches the warm-toned kitchen palette: The smoked-oak finish sits alongside oak worktops, timber flooring and warm cabinetry without introducing a competing material or colour.
- It works beyond the kitchen: At a standing desk, a high-level studio bench or a hallway console, the counter-height seat provides perching wherever elevated seating is useful.
- It assembles in minutes: Four legs screw into pre-drilled fittings. Fixings included. No tools beyond what is in the box.
Kitchens that keep the floor clear.
At a pale-oak island where the smoked-oak stool adds a slightly darker companion tone. Against dark-grey cabinetry where warm mid-brown grain introduces natural softness. In a Shaker-style kitchen where a pair of smoked-oak stools provides warm-toned contrast. At a breakfast bar in a compact flat where the stools must vanish after the morning coffee. For more on styling a kitchen island with considered seating, our kitchen breakfast bar guide covers layout, spacing and stool selection.
Description
The stool that disappears when empty.
Most kitchen stools announce themselves. They have backs, arms, swivel mechanisms, upholstery and enough visual presence to dominate the island when nobody is sitting on them. This one does the opposite. A square seat, four tapered legs, smoked oak throughout, and nothing else. When someone sits, it provides a stable surface at the correct height. When they stand, it tucks beneath the counter and the kitchen gets its floor back.
The seat is 330mm square, compact enough to slide fully beneath a standard UK counter overhang but wide enough for the duration of a morning coffee or a quick meal. The smoked oak veneer over MDF gives the seat a warm mid-brown tone with visible grain. Four tapered legs in oak-veneered rubber wood splay outward for stability on hard kitchen flooring.
At 4 kg it is light enough to lift one-handed, pull from beneath the counter, carry to another room or hang from a wall hook when the kitchen needs full clearance. For a contrasting stool with a back for longer sitting, the Charcoal Faux Leather Industrial Bar Stools offer an upholstered alternative at the same counter.
What the square seat provides.
- Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. The darkened oak grain carries a warm mid-brown tone that matches kitchen cabinetry and timber worktops without introducing a competing colour. The MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable.
- 330 x 330mm square seat. Compact enough to tuck fully beneath a counter overhang. Wide enough for comfortable seated use during a meal, a coffee or a conversation at the kitchen island.
- Four tapered rubber wood legs. Oak-veneered rubber wood legs splay outward for a stable base on hard kitchen flooring. Rubber wood is a dense hardwood that holds screw fixings firmly and handles daily kitchen use.
- 650mm total height, 629mm leg height. Counter height rather than bar height. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at 900mm. The 629mm floor clearance keeps the legs and stretchers clear of the floor for easy cleaning beneath.
- 4 kg total weight. One hand is enough. Pull it out, sit on it, push it back. Carry it to the dining table when extra seating is needed. Hang it from a wall hook when the floor needs clearing.
- Legs-only assembly. Four tapered legs screw into the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
Why backless works at the counter.
A stool with a back is a commitment. It occupies the same vertical space whether someone is sitting on it or not. It cannot tuck beneath the counter. It announces its presence from every angle even when the kitchen is empty. A backless stool knows when to disappear. At a breakfast bar where seating is needed for twenty minutes in the morning and not again until evening, the ability to slide the stool completely out of sight changes how the kitchen functions. The floor stays clear. The counter looks uncluttered. The sightlines across the room stay open. When seating is needed, the stool slides out and performs without ceremony.
Kitchens where smoked oak fits.
At a pale oak or birch-ply island, the smoked oak adds a slightly darker tone that distinguishes seating from surface without clashing. Against dark grey cabinetry, the warm mid-brown introduces a natural material that softens the palette. In a kitchen with exposed beams and a stone floor, the tapered legs and warm grain connect to the architecture. At a white Shaker-style island, a pair in smoked oak provides the warm contrast that prevents the kitchen feeling clinical. In an open-plan kitchen where the cooking zone meets the living area, the simple wooden stool bridges both spaces without looking out of place. The square seat also works at a standing desk or a high-level studio worksurface.
Before placing the first order.
- Counter height: 650mm. Suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Measure your counter height before ordering. Allow 250mm minimum between the top of the seat and the underside of the counter for comfortable clearance.
- Sold individually. Order the quantity you need. Allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island for comfortable spacing at the counter.
- Surface care. The smoked oak veneer is sealed. Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Avoid standing water and abrasive cleaners. Kitchen splashes and spills should be wiped promptly to protect the veneer finish.
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
FAQs
Smoked oak kitchen bar stool: answered.
The seat sits at 650mm, which is counter height rather than bar height. It suits standard UK kitchen counters at approximately 900mm. Allow a minimum of 250mm between the top of the seat and the underside of your counter for comfortable clearance. Measure your counter before ordering.
The 330mm square seat and backless profile slide completely beneath most standard counter overhangs. If your island has a shallow overhang or an apron beneath the surface, measure the clearance to confirm the stool fits underneath.
For the kind of sitting a kitchen counter demands, yes. Breakfast, a quick lunch, a conversation while someone cooks. Backless stools suit shorter periods of perching rather than extended dining. The 330mm seat width provides enough surface for comfortable seated use without feeling cramped.
The warm mid-brown tone works alongside pale-oak worktops, dark-grey or charcoal cabinetry, Shaker-style white or cream units, timber flooring and exposed beams. It sits in the same tonal family as most warm-neutral kitchen palettes. For a contrasting stool with an upholstered seat and back, the Contemporary Dark Grey Velvet Bar Stools offer a different approach at the same counter.
The seat is smoked oak veneer over an MDF core. The legs are oak-veneered rubber wood. The veneer gives the stool the grain and tone of real smoked oak while the MDF core keeps the seat flat and stable under daily kitchen use.
Sold individually. Measure your island and allow 150mm between stools and 150mm between the end stool and the edge of the island. A 1200mm island typically accommodates three stools comfortably. A 900mm island suits two.
The four tapered legs splay outward, distributing the seated weight across a wide base. On hard kitchen flooring the stool is stable under normal use. The lightness is a feature rather than a compromise: it makes the stool easy to move, tuck and carry daily.
Yes. The 650mm counter height works at a standing desk, a high studio bench, a hallway console or a home bar. The simple profile and smoked-oak finish suit any room where elevated perching is needed without permanent seating.
Legs only. Four tapered legs screw into pre-drilled fittings on the underside of the seat. Fixings included. One person, under ten minutes.
340mm wide, 340mm deep, 650mm tall. Seat 330 x 330mm. Leg height 629mm. Floor clearance 629mm. Weight 4 kg. Smoked oak veneer over MDF seat. Oak-veneered rubber wood tapered legs. Backless. Legs-only assembly with fixings included. Sold individually.
Knowledge Hub
Seating that earns the kitchen island.
Choosing the right stool for a kitchen island means balancing height, width, material and the amount of visual space the stool occupies when nobody is sitting on it. The right combination turns an island from a worksurface into a gathering point.
