
Moe's Home Collection
Ashby Retro-Modern Counter Stool
The Ashby Retro-Modern Counter Stool is a commercial-grade, upholstered counter stool from Moe's Home Collection. It features a solid semi-gloss walnut-stained ash frame with exposed wood joinery and a 100% polyester performance fabric seat padded with foam and polyfill. Measuring 18 inches wide by 16.5 inches deep by 26 inches high, it ships fully assembled and includes protective leg glides.
- Color
- walnut stained ash
- Material
- Solid semi-gloss walnut stained ash, 100% polyester Performance Fabric upholstery
- Category
- Furniture > Chairs > Table & Bar Stools
Specifications
A retro-modern counter stool with walnut stained ash frame and performance fabric upholstery, inspired by Okinawan craftsmanship.
100% polyester Performance Fabric upholstery, solid semi-gloss walnut stained ash frame with wooden joinery detail, foam core and polyfill wrapped cushions, protective leg glides, commercial grade
- Color
- walnut stained ash · brown
- Material
- Solid semi-gloss walnut stained ash, 100% polyester Performance Fabric upholstery
- Secondary
- polyester
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 18x16.5x26 in
- Category
- Furniture > Chairs > Table & Bar Stools
Additional Attributes
- 100% polyester Performance Fabric upholstery
- Solid semi-gloss walnut stained ash
- wood joinery detail on base
- foam core and polyfill wrapped cushions
- protective leg glides
- commercial grade
- craftsman style joinery
Product Insights
The Ashby Retro-Modern Counter Stool from Moe's Home Collection is a commercially certified seat that marries robust engineering—tested to 100,000 cycles on the frame and 200,000 on the cushion, supporting 250 lb static loads—with a performance fabric that repels spills and resists fading, pilling, and wear for over 30,000 Martindale rubs. Its main tradeoff is mandatory solvent-only cleaning, as water damages the upholstery, and the visible joinery is decorative rather than structural. At 549 CAD, it delivers heavy-duty durability and stain-defense for high-traffic settings, provided users accept the specialized care regimen.
Verified claims
- Frame durability
- Commercial-grade frame and joinery are built to resist loosening and wobble under 100,000-cycle seat fatigue testing.
- Joinery
- Visible joinery details are decorative, not structural.
- Cushion durability
- Cushion is designed to meet commercial standards for 200,000 compression cycles and supports a 250 lb static load.
- Fabric performance
- Performance fabric resists wear (30,000+ rubs), pilling, stains, and fading.
- Pill resistance
- Performance fabric resists pilling with Martindale rub count over 30,000 cycles.
- Spill resistance
- Wine, coffee, and oil spills bead on the surface, buying seconds to blot.
- Care
- Cleaning is solvent-only (code S); vacuum or brush regularly, spot clean with a mild water-free solvent after pretesting a small area, and professional cleaning is recommended.
- Cleaning code
- Cleaning code S: no water, solvent-based cleaners only.
- Structural testing
- The 26-inch stool is designed to resist forward and rearward tip-over under a 100 lb force during commercial stability testing.
- Weight capacity
- Maximum weight capacity is 250 lbs; commercial-grade standards reference 100,000-cycle seat fatigue testing and 100 lb lateral stability.
- Fade resistance
- Solution-dyed polyester upholstery resists fading from direct sunlight.
- Fabric durability
- Polyester upholstery resists sagging, pilling, and heavy wear.
- Seat height
- Seat height is 26 inches (66 cm).
- Frame material
- The base is solid semi-gloss walnut-stained ash.
- Commercial grade
- The stool is commercial-grade seating built to handle heavy daily use in a busy kitchen or light hospitality setting.
Product record
- Title
- Ashby Retro-Modern Counter Stool
- Brand
- Moe's Home Collection
- Price
- 549 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Cushioned seating at a kitchen counter or island
This compact counter stool suits everyday perch spots at a counter-height surface, with a 26 inch seat height, a padded rectangular cushion, and a built-in footrest for comfortable sitting. Protective leg glides are included to help keep floors from scuffing, and its commercial-grade build is aimed at regular use.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Ashby Retro-Modern Counter Stool: Choose this if you want a backless counter stool with craftsman-style joinery detailing and a solid walnut-stained ash base, sized 18 inches wide by 16.5 inches deep by 26 inches high for standard counter seating. It arrives fully assembled (no assembly required), is rated commercial grade, and features a foam-core, polyfill-wrapped cushion in 100% polyester Performance Fabric with a wooden footrest and protective leg glides. Note that the listed composition includes plywood alongside solid ash, and the seat pads sit flush on the frame in the product images.[1,2,3] | Owing Oak Counter Stool: Choose this if you want a solid oak counter stool with a low openwork backrest, a slightly curved seat, and no assembly required; it stands 26 inches (66 cm) at the seat and 38 inches (96.5 cm) overall, and is rated commercial grade. It comes in one size with Black or Taupe color options, and its structured, sleek lines are presented as blending into many decors. Because it is made of natural wood, each stool is unique and may vary slightly from the photo.[4] | Ellie Upholstered Counter Stool: Choose this if you want an upholstered counter stool with a padded, curved winged backrest and a footrest rail for comfortable seating at a counter. Its 100% polyester performance fabric is described by the retailer as easy to clean, and the rubber wood and plywood frame is listed as commercial grade. It measures 37 inches (94 centimeters) tall with a 19.5 inch by 22 inch footprint, comes in one size in Grey or Burnt/Brick Orange, and note that its described versatility across interior styles is the retailer's promotional characterization rather than a reported customer experience.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
A compact wooden counter stool with a rectangular cushioned seat upholstered in an off-white textured fabric, supported by a dark brown wooden frame composed of two continuous side panels with large cutouts and a horizontal footrest.
- Seat cushionRectangular padded seat cushion with a textured off-white fabric cover and slightly rounded top edges; cushion sits flush on the wooden frame.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Side panel constructionTwo continuous vertical wooden side panels form the left and right supports; each panel has a large rectangular arch-shaped cutout occupying the central portion of the panel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Wood finish and grainVisible medium-dark warm brown wood with pronounced grain and a satin finish across all exposed wooden surfaces.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (high) - FootrestHorizontal wooden footrest composed of a rectangular bar mounted between the side panels near the lower front; footrest has rounded edges and the same wood finish as the frame.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.66 · w 0.48 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible pegged joinerySmall rectangular pegged plugs or covers are visible on the outer faces of the side panels at two vertical positions, matching the wood finish.
3 regions
x 0.73 · y 0.24 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.54 · w 0.06 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.15 · y 0.24 · w 0.05 · h 0.12 (medium) - Rounded outer cornersOuter vertical panel edges and the top edges of the frame exhibit rounded corners rather than sharp square edges.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.80 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio product photograph showing the stool centered on a light textured carpet against a neutral beige wall with soft lighting and mild right-side shadow.
- Shot compositionStool is centered and shown from a near-side three-quarter angle revealing both front and one side panel.
- Background and surfaceNeutral beige wall background and off-white textured carpeted floor are visible; a subtle baseboard line is visible where wall meets floor.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with a mild shadow cast to the right of the stool and gentle highlights on the wooden surfaces.
Colors
warm walnut brown· wooden frame#5C331Boff-white· seat fabric- Seat cushionRectangular padded seat cushion with a textured off-white fabric cover and slightly rounded top edges; cushion sits flush on the wooden frame.
- 02

Product
Front-facing wooden counter stool with a rectangular upholstered seat, straight rounded legs, a central lower footrest platform, and visible wood grain on frame components.
- Seat cushionRectangular upholstered seat cushion with a tightly fitted fabric cover, lightly textured appearance and squared corners; cushion sits flush on the wooden frame.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.14 (high) - Seat top fabric textureVisible fine woven or looped texture on the fabric giving a subtly nubby look.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.14 (medium) - Frame material and finishSolid-looking wooden frame with a warm medium-dark brown stain and visible wood grain across horizontal and vertical members.
- Front legsTwo straight, vertically oriented rounded rectangular legs visible at left and right with rounded outer edges and continuous grain.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.16 · w 0.14 · h 0.78 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.16 · w 0.14 · h 0.78 (high) - Lower apron and base railHorizontal lower apron with visible wood grain spanning between legs near the bottom, forming the stool base.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.70 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Central footrest platformRaised rectangular footrest platform set between the legs, with slightly rounded top edges and same stained wood finish as the frame.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.54 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Corner joinery detailSmall rectangular end caps visible at the midheight of the legs where horizontal rails meet, matching frame finish.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.90 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product photograph on a white background with soft drop shadow beneath the stool; evenly diffused lighting and frontal composition.
- Shot compositionCentered frontal view of the stool filling the frame vertically, straight-on camera angle.
- Background and shadowPlain white background with a faint soft shadow directly underneath the stool indicating top-front lighting.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.86 · w 0.80 · h 0.10 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit image with clear edges and visible wood grain; no visible labels or tags in scene.
Colors
off-white· seat cushion#DAD6D2warm medium brown· wood frame and legs#533A2D- Seat cushionRectangular upholstered seat cushion with a tightly fitted fabric cover, lightly textured appearance and squared corners; cushion sits flush on the wooden frame.
- 03

Product
Three pieces of wooden seating with blocky rounded-leg frames and light beige upholstered seat pads; one piece is a chair with a low rectangular back cushion, the other two are backless square stools with identical cushion tops.
- Overall compositionThree separate seating pieces arranged on a floor: a right-side chair with a backrest and two backless square stools grouped left and center.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.64 (medium) - Frame geometrySolid wood frames with thick, flat vertical legs that have rounded outer corners and wide rectangular aprons; legs are continuous pieces extending from top apron to floor without visible tapered sections.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.74 · h 0.44 (high) - Arch cutoutsRectangular arch-shaped cutouts in the apron panels of the stools and chair creating a negative-space notch above the inner face of the legs.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.54 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (high) - Joinery detailVisible rectangular recessed plug or inlay detail at the top corners of the aprons where the legs meet the seat frame.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium) - Seat cushionsDetachable-looking rectangular seat pads with square corners and modest thickness, covered in a light beige woven fabric; pads sit flush on the wooden frames.
3 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.44 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.50 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - BackrestRight-side chair has a low rectangular back cushion upholstered in the same light beige fabric, mounted between two vertical wooden back posts with rounded outer edges.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - FinishWood shows a medium to dark walnut stain with visible wood grain and a satin finish.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.74 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot with neutral wall and floor, soft directional lighting from the left creating gentle shadows, and even diffuse highlights on wood surfaces.
- Background and floorUniform pale neutral wall behind the furniture and a slightly textured pale floor surface beneath, both in similar warm beige tones.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft directional light from the left produces long soft shadows to the right of the pieces and highlights on the left-facing wood surfaces.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.44 · w 0.92 · h 0.44 (high) - Shot framingThree-quarter frontal view at eye-to-counter height showing full front faces and top surfaces of the seating, with the right chair slightly rotated to reveal its side profile.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (medium)
Colors
walnut brown· wood frame#342114light beige· seat and back upholstery#DCCCBA- Overall compositionThree separate seating pieces arranged on a floor: a right-side chair with a backrest and two backless square stools grouped left and center.