Melrose Modern Upholstered Non-Swivel Bar Stool with High Back

The Melrose brings the comfortable feel of a dining chair to the kitchen island with a tall upholstered back, cushioned square seat, and slim steel frame.

Its clean silhouette feels modern and polished, while the stationary design keeps the stool securely facing the counter.

Tall Upholstered Back

The Melrose has a tall, fully upholstered back that gives you a generous place to lean. Its simple rectangular shape provides support without buttons, quilting, or decorative details that could make the stool feel overly formal.

For shoppers looking for a high bar stool with backrest support, the Melrose offers a chair-like sitting position that works well for longer conversations around the island.

Cushioned Square Seat

The upholstered seat has a tailored square shape that follows the stool’s straight, modern lines. Its padding creates a softer place to sit than a wood or metal seat while maintaining a neat appearance.

As a square bar stool, the Melrose feels more structured than a traditional round-seat design. 

Light upholstery keeps the design airy. Charcoal, navy, green, brown, or another deeper tone gives the Melrose more presence.

Stable Non-Swivel Seating

The Melrose is a non-swivel bar stool, so the seat stays securely facing your kitchen island. There are no moving parts beneath the seat and no unexpected turning when someone sits down or stands up.

A stationary stool is especially useful:

• Near cabinets, appliances, or walls
• Along narrower kitchen walkways
• When stools are placed close together
• When you prefer every seat to remain evenly aligned
• When you do not want the back rotating into the countertop

Its fixed position also gives the Melrose a more substantial, chair-like feel.

Welded Steel Frame

The slim metal frame is welded at the joints for dependable everyday support. Unlike ready-to-assemble stools held together mainly with screws, the Melrose arrives with a solid, unified base.

Its square footrest gives your feet a comfortable place to rest and reinforces the clean geometry of the design. The open base also prevents the tall upholstered back from making the stool appear too heavy.

Modern Style with Custom Options

The Melrose works naturally with:

• Flat-panel or Shaker cabinetry
• Quartz and stone countertops
• Waterfall-edge islands
• Black or brushed-metal hardware
• Modern pendant lighting
• Contemporary and transitional interiors

Black or charcoal metal creates a crisp modern look. Silver feels lighter and more contemporary, while bronze or another warm finish gives the stool a softer transitional direction.

Counter or Bar Height

Choose the seat height that fits your surface:

• Counter Height: For standard kitchen islands and counters approximately 36–37 inches high.
• Bar Height: For counters and home bars approximately 40–42 inches high.

For shoppers comparing upholstered bar stools at counter height, the Melrose provides a cushioned seat, supportive tall back, and stable fixed frame in a clean, armless design.

Customize the Melrose

The Melrose is a strong choice for anyone looking for a modern upholstered stool with a high back, cushioned square seat, welded steel base, and dependable non-swivel seating.

At a Glance

• 10-year limited residential warranty on metal frame
• It’s built to last you decades
• Lead-free paint
• Item #45408
• Well-cushioned seat and backrest for long periods of sitting
• Heavy-duty North American steel
• Powder-coated metal finish for heavy-duty use
• Includes nylon glides on the bottom of the feet to protect your linoleum floors — add felts for wood or linoleum floors for extra protection