Lauren Rustic Industrial Swivel Bar Stool with Wood Seat

The Lauren pairs a solid wood seat with a low metal back and durable steel frame.

Its simple mixed-material design feels right at home in rustic industrial kitchens, yet it can take on a lighter farmhouse or more modern appearance depending on the finishes you select.

Rustic Industrial Character

The Lauren’s wood-and-metal construction gives it a straightforward industrial look with enough natural warmth for a residential kitchen.

Dark metal with a medium or distressed wood seat creates a classic rustic industrial combination. Black metal and deep brown wood feel stronger and moodier, while white metal with pale wood gives the same design a softer farmhouse direction.

It works especially well with:

• Exposed brick or wood beams
• Black metal lighting
• Wood or painted cabinetry
• Stone, concrete, or butcher-block counters
• Industrial and modern farmhouse kitchens

Solid Wood Seat

The round wood seat has a firm sitting surface and is easy to wipe clean after meals or everyday use. Natural variations in wood grain and color give each stool its own character.

Unlike an upholstered seat, the wood does not collect crumbs and requires very little maintenance.

Low Metal Back

The gently curved metal back gives you a place to lean while maintaining a relatively low profile around the kitchen island. Its exposed fasteners reinforce the stool’s industrial character.

For shoppers comparing metal counter stools with backs, the Lauren provides support without the visual weight of a tall or fully upholstered backrest.

As a low-back metal bar stool, it also preserves more of the view across the counter than a traditional high-back design. The back may remain visible above the countertop, so I would not promise that it will tuck completely underneath (please measure your counter!).

Swivel Seating for Everyday Use

The swivel seat allows you to turn toward the countertop, face the surrounding room, or get up without repeatedly dragging the entire stool across the floor.

Choose the swivel style that suits your kitchen:

• 360-Degree Swivel: Rotates freely in either direction and stays where you leave it.
• Memory-Return Swivel: Turns up to 180 degrees and returns to its forward-facing position after you stand.

Strong Steel Frame

The Lauren sits on a welded steel frame with tapered legs and a circular footrest. Its open base keeps the stool from appearing bulky and gives your feet a comfortable place to rest.

Choose a frame finish that coordinates with your lighting, cabinet hardware, faucet, or nearby appliances.

Choose the Right Height

Select the seat height that fits your kitchen island, counter, or home bar. For comfortable legroom, allow approximately 10–12 inches between the seat and the underside of the counter.

Customize the Lauren

The Lauren is a practical choice for anyone looking for an industrial swivel bar stool with a firm wood seat, supportive low back, and enough finish options to suit both rustic and updated kitchens.

At a Glance

• 10-year limited residential warranty on metal frame
• It’s built to last you decades
• Lead-free paint
• Item #40593
• Narrow, great for small spaces
• Heavy-duty North American steel
• Powder-coated metal finish for heavy-duty use
• Footrest is flat, rather than round, for added comfort
• Screws on the back will be silver
• Great in industrial, modern and traditional kitchens, dining rooms, bars or game rooms
• Includes nylon glides on the bottom of the feet to protect your linoleum floors — add felts for wood or linoleum floors for extra protection
• Need a backless version? We recommend the Connor

Wood Characteristics

Celebrating character marks, knots and contrasting wood grain, distressed solid birch blends incredibly well with steel, providing an authentic and unique look to every product.

Manual Wood Characteristics that will appear on distressed solid wood components

• Nail holes 
• Simulated worm holes 
• Tool mark 
• Screw mark 
• Chain impact 

Natural Wood Characteristics that may appear on distressed and non-distressed solid wood components

• Deep mark 
• Repaired knot 
• Deep knot 
• Multiples cracks 
• Long crack