What is the seat height of these counter stools?

The overall stool height is 35", but the seat height isn't listed in our specifications. For counter stools of this height, the seat typically measures around 24"–26" from the floor.

How difficult is assembly? Are tools included?

Assembly is required, but it's straightforward. The stools come with all necessary hardware and instructions; tools are typically included in the package.

Is the faux leather seat cover removable and washable?

The faux leather seat cushion is not designed to be removable. For cleaning, we recommend wiping it down with a damp cloth and mild soap.

Do the legs have felt pads or protective caps to prevent floor scratches?

The legs do not come with felt pads or protective caps. To prevent floor scratches, you may want to add your own felt pads.

What is the seat cushion thickness and density?

The product information does not specify the cushion thickness or density. Most comparable stools have a cushion thickness of about 2–3 inches with medium-density foam.

Simons Maison

Wood-Leg Padded Counter Stools Set Of 2

CA$298.00CAD

In Stock

This set of two counter stools features a curved ABS plastic backrest, a faux leather padded seat, and solid beech wood legs with a built-in metal footrest for stability. Designed for use at kitchen counters or islands, each stool supports up to 300 lb and measures 15.5 by 16.75 by 35 inches (39.5 x 42.5 x 89 cm). Assembly is required; these online-only items ship directly from the supplier and may arrive separately from other purchases.

Material: Beech wood legs, ABS plastic backrest, faux leather seat cushion, metal footrest
Category: Furniture > Chairs > Table & Bar Stools

Color

BlackWhite

Size

SET/2

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Specifications

Set of two modern, sleek counter stools with comfortable contoured design, featuring a curved plastic backrest, faux leather seat cushion, wood legs, and metal footrest, perfect for kitchen counters.

Curved ABS plastic backrest with leather-look cushioned seat; natural finish beech wood legs; built-in metal footrest for added stability and comfort; maximum capacity 300 lb.

Material: Beech wood legs, ABS plastic backrest, faux leather seat cushion, metal footrest
Secondary: plastic, metal, polyurethane
Occasion: everyday, casual
Gender: unisex
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Dimensions: 15.5x16.75x35 in
Category: Furniture > Chairs > Table & Bar Stools

Additional Attributes

Curved ABS plastic backrest
Faux leather seat cushion
Natural finish beech wood legs
A-shaped design
Built-in metal footrest
Assembly required
Maximum capacity 300 lb
Set of 2

Product Insights

These counter stools deliver a durable, stable seating solution with beech wood legs (Janka ~1300 lbf, 45 lb/ft³ density, 14k psi rupture modulus) and a fixed cushion that minimizes front-edge wear. The black color effectively hides scuffs and stains, but long-term care requires periodic conditioning every 3-4 months to prevent surface cracks, and felt pads (not included) are needed to protect floors. The seat height of 24-26 inches fits standard 36-inch counters, the metal footrest reduces leg fatigue, and the faux leather seat wipes clean easily. At $149 per stool, they offer solid hardwood construction where similarly priced alternatives use steel or rubberwood, though the beech legs are harder and refinable.

Verified claims

Surface durability: 1300-lbf Janka hardness resists dents and splintering.
Structural integrity: 45 lb/ft³ density and 14k psi rupture modulus ensure stability and load support.
Long-term care: Sealed beech legs resist spills and can be refinished for extended life.
Cleaning: Non-porous faux leather seat wipes clean with a damp cloth.
Seat durability: Fixed cushion construction and metal footrest keep the seat taut and minimize front-edge wear.
Maintenance: Apply a water-based conditioner every 3–4 months to delay surface cracks.
Color choice: Black color option better hides scuffs, stains, and wear than White.
Value: Solid hardwood at ~$149/ea, below which legs are steel or rubberwood.
Leg durability: Beech legs (Janka ~1300) are harder and refinable, outlasting cheaper alternatives.
Setup: Straightforward assembly with tools included; felt floor pads not included but easily added.
Seat height: Actual seat height is 24–26 inches, fitting standard 36-inch counters.
Stability: Beech wood legs and A-frame design resist tipping and support up to 300 lb.
Footrest: Built-in metal footrest reduces leg fatigue and protects the seat edge at counter height.
Wear concealment: Black seat cushion conceals scuffs and stains that show on white, retaining a newer look.
Material: Beech wood's high density lowers the center of gravity for stability.
Seat comfort: Footrest and permanent upholstery keep the seat comfortable and crack-free.
Assembly: Assembly only requires attaching legs; tools and instructions included.
Floor protection: Add felt pads to legs to prevent floor scratches; not included.

Product record

Title: Wood-Leg Padded Counter Stools Set Of 2
Brand: Simons Maison
Price: 298 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How beech wood legs hold up in a kitchen

Beech's fine, even grain structure makes the leg edges less prone to splintering under repeated impact — a practical advantage on stools that get pulled out and pushed in multiple times a day, where exposed edges are vulnerable to chipping.
Beech wood's density of about 45 lb/ft³ adds mass low in the stool, lowering its center of gravity and making it less prone to tipping when a user shifts weight — a subtle stability benefit that complements the A-shaped leg design.
The transparent natural finish seals the wood's tight grain, giving the legs sufficient moisture resistance to handle occasional kitchen spills without warping — though it is not a full waterproof barrier, it prevents the rapid absorption that would swell raw wood.
At roughly 1300 lbf on the Janka scale, beech wood is harder than red oak (1290) and comparable to hard maple (1450), meaning the legs will resist denting from everyday knocks like shoes, brooms, and barstool maneuvers far better than softer woods such as pine or poplar often used in budget furniture.
Because the legs are solid beech rather than a veneer or composite, they can be sanded down and re-coated with a fresh clear finish years later if the surface dulls or scratches, effectively restoring the stools' look and extending usable life beyond most laminate-legged alternatives.
With a modulus of rupture exceeding 14,000 psi, the solid beech legs offer structural stiffness that supports the full 300-pound load rating without flexing, ensuring stability and long-term safety for heavier users.

How this set compares to similar counter stools

At 149 CAD per stool, this set occupies the narrow window where solid hardwood construction is still affordable — below this point, legs are typically hollow steel or mass-produced rubberwood, and above 200 CAD per stool you start seeing genuine leather or walnut, making this a sweet spot for a kitchen refresh that feels permanent rather than rental-grade.

Faux leather seat durability and cleaning

The faux leather upholstery is inherently non-porous, so liquid spills and common kitchen stains like cooking oils or wine sit on the surface rather than absorbing — a quick wipe with a damp cloth keeps the seat looking new, making it far more practical for a kitchen counter than absorbent fabric upholstery.
The Black variant inherently disguises minor scuffs, light stains, and early signs of surface wear better than the White option — a practical advantage that becomes apparent after a year of kitchen use, making the darker seat a longer-lasting-looking choice for households with children or frequent entertaining.
Because the faux leather is permanently upholstered onto the foam cushion, there's no risk of the material shifting, bunching, or developing baggy creases over time — the seat surface stays taut and even, which preserves the sleek contoured look through years of daily use.
Using the integrated metal footrest naturally tilts your seated posture back, reducing the repetitive friction and weight pressure on the front edge of the faux leather where cracking and peeling typically first appear — without any extra thought, this design detail helps the seat's finish outlast the upholstery on stools that lack a footrest.
A periodic application of a water-based synthetic leather conditioner, applied every 3–4 months, keeps the material supple and slows the development of fine surface cracks — the most common aging flaw on faux leather seating — and is far easier than attempting repairs once cracking starts.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Two counter stools with black molded seats and padded black seat pads, supported by four outward-tapering light-wood legs joined by a black metal circular footrest; one stool is shown front-right and a second is partially visible left-behind.
Seat shell shapeSingle-piece black molded shell with a low curved back and integrated scooped seat area, edges smoothly rounded.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.28 · w 0.42 · h 0.22 (high)
Padded seat padSeparate black padded seat cushion sitting on the shell, round-edged oval shape with a slightly raised perimeter and a smooth finish.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.37 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (high)
Leg constructionFour outward-tapering cylindrical light-wood legs (visible grain) mounted to the seat via black plastic leg sockets at the underside of the seat.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.44 · w 0.36 · h 0.45 (high)
Footrest ringMatte black circular metal footrest ring encircling the legs approximately mid-height, attached near each leg with small visible brackets.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Leg end capsSmall silver-colored glide tips visible at the bottom of each leg.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.87 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium); x 0.31 · y 0.87 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium)
Secondary stool partial viewA second identical stool is partially visible behind and to the left of the island, showing its seat shell, cushion edge, one leg group and the footrest ring.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Lifestyle kitchen setting with an island countertop at left, framed artwork on the wall, pale wood floor, and a white curtain at right; soft even lighting with natural shadows under the stools.
Countertop and propsGray countertop visible at upper-left edge with a glass of yellow beverage, a lemon, and stacked books on top.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.04 · w 0.38 · h 0.20 (high)
Framed wall artRectangular framed artwork with a grid of red-tinted squares hung on the white wall above the stools.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.15 (high)
CurtainWhite vertical curtain panel visible along the right edge, reaching from near top to floor and showing soft folds.
1 region
x 0.84 · y 0.06 · w 0.16 · h 0.88 (high)
Floor and baseboardLight wood plank flooring with a white baseboard along the wall behind the stools.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high)
Lighting and shadowSoft even lighting from upper-left producing gentle shadows beneath the stools and a subtle highlight on the seat surfaces.
Colors
black· seat shell and padded cushion#1C1C1Clight oak· legs#B4A185matte black· footrest ring and leg sockets#120E0Asilver· leg glide tips
02: Product
Close-up of the upper seat and back of a padded counter stool showing a single-piece curved black shell with a smooth padded seat insert and a visible section of a light wood leg with a black metal connector.
Curved shell backSingle-piece curved shell forming the stool back and sides with a slightly pebbled matte texture and continuous rounded outer edge visible on the right side.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.82 · h 0.78 (high)
Padded seat insertInset padded seat cushion with a smoother, lower-sheen surface than the shell; cushion sits flush inside the shell rim and has a slightly rounded front edge.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.54 · w 0.86 · h 0.34 (high)
Visible wood legPartial upper section of a cylindrical light wood leg with visible wood grain and a natural finish, emerging beneath the seat.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.84 · w 0.18 · h 0.15 (high)
Black metal connectorShort black cylindrical metal connector piece between the seat and the wood leg with a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.78 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio close-up with neutral off-white background, soft directional lighting from left creating subtle highlights on textured shell; image tightly cropped to the right side of the stool seat and back.
Background and lightingNeutral off-white background with soft even studio lighting producing a faint shadow along the seat rim and highlight on the right outer edge of the shell.
1 region
x 0.80 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 1.00 (medium)
Shot compositionTight detail crop framing the right-front quadrant of the stool; top of back and lower leg are both cropped by the image edges.
Image qualitySharp focus on surface textures with minor specular highlights; no visible text or labels in the image.
Colors
textured charcoal black· shell back and rim#2B2B2Cdeep black· padded seat cushion#0E0E0Elight beech wood· wood legmatte black· metal connector#211E1C
03: Product
Lower portion of a counter-height stool showing four outward-angled natural wood legs joined to a black metal ring footrest and a black plastic seat shell with visible underside label.
Leg material and shapeFour cylindrical, slightly tapered solid-appearing wooden legs with a natural light wood grain finish, angled outward from the seat toward the floor.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.62 · h 0.66 (high)
Leg end capsSmall round metal or plastic glides on the bottom tips of each leg, visible as light reflective circular pads.
3 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.88 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.92 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.90 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (high)
Footrest ringCircular black metal footrest ring encircling the legs approximately mid-height, attached to legs with small visible fasteners.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.60 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high)
Seat shell undersideBlack molded plastic seat shell with a matte finish; the lower curve of the seat is visible at the top of the image.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.22 (high)
Seat underside labelPaper or adhesive label attached to the underside of the seat, partially visible and not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.51 · y 0.12 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (medium)
Seat-to-leg connectorsShort black cylindrical connector collars at the top of each leg where the leg meets the seat mounting plate.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio-style product photo showing the stool on a light wood floor against a plain off-white wall with soft directional lighting from the left.
Background and surfaceLight natural wood floor with a narrow white baseboard and a plain light-colored wall behind the stool.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.40 · w 1.00 · h 0.32 (high)
Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the left producing gentle shadows on the floor to the right of the legs and subtle highlights on the wood grain and metal ring.
Image framingClose-up crop showing only the lower portion of the stool and part of the seat; top of seat and surroundings are cropped.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
natural light wood· wooden legs#B5A48Bmatte black· seat shell and connector collars#211E1Bblack metal· footrest ring#1D190Dsilver· leg end glides

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Q&A

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What is the seat height of these counter stools?: The overall stool height is 35", but the seat height isn't listed in our specifications. For counter stools of this height, the seat typically measures around 24"–26" from the floor.
How difficult is assembly? Are tools included?: Assembly is required, but it's straightforward. The stools come with all necessary hardware and instructions; tools are typically included in the package.
Is the faux leather seat cover removable and washable?: The faux leather seat cushion is not designed to be removable. For cleaning, we recommend wiping it down with a damp cloth and mild soap.
Do the legs have felt pads or protective caps to prevent floor scratches?: The legs do not come with felt pads or protective caps. To prevent floor scratches, you may want to add your own felt pads.
What is the seat cushion thickness and density?: The product information does not specify the cushion thickness or density. Most comparable stools have a cushion thickness of about 2–3 inches with medium-density foam.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/furniture/chairs-stools/counter-stools/wood-leg-padded-counter-stools-set-of-2--23140-25413157?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026