Art Stools

One of the artist's most used "tools" is the art stool. While many pieces are created in a seated position, when the artist is standing for long periods of time drawing or painting, an art stool is provided to give the artist time to rest his or her legs while still able to work. Unlike a chair, the art stool is high enough so when the artist sits down, he or she will not have to readjust if they were working at the top portion of the canvas. Usually the actual seat of the art stool sits at about waist height, and no arm supports are included because it gives the artist the freedom to continue to work if he or she desires.

Art stools are also ideal for the artist who has a foot or leg injury. Allowing them to sit high, the art stool takes the pressure off of the leg and allows the artist to continue painting or drawing. Some stools even come with a back support for those artists who suffer from lower back pain. Also, these art stools can also be used in conjunction with artist work benches as they typically sit higher up than standard tables.

Alvin Spacesaver Adjustable-Height Stool		Alvin Synchro-Tilt Painter’s Stool		Birch Drafting Chair and Stool		Desk Stool
Price: $51 - $84		Price: $109 - $160		Price: $120		Price: $60
Brand: Alvin		Brand: Alvin				Brand: Martin
Designed with comfort and function in mind,this adjustable-height stool is suitable for use in schools or art studios.		Get right up to your easel comfortably with this new painter's stool.		Made in Italy, this great looking, solid Baltic birch, gas-lift drafting chair boasts the quality craftsmanship its artisans are known for.		Adjusts from 17" to 231/2" (43 cm to 60 cm) high.
Footring Adapter Kit		Futura Stool		Mabef Folding Stool M-39		Martin Universal Design Ashley Studio Stool
Price: $45		Price: $132		Price: $41 - $47		Price: $30
Brand: Studio Designs		Brand: Studio Designs		Brand: Mabef		Brand: Martin
Convert your Futura Chair with this easy-to-assemble kit.		This matching stool allows users to glide between the flat top and tilted top with ease.		Since 1948, Mabef products for artists have been manufactured in Italy by skilled craftsmen who have perfected the art of making easels and other artist’s accessories.		The Ashley Studio Stool is a versatile, sturdy seating option for use with drawing tables, craft tables, and hobby tables.
Martin Universal Design Vesuvio Chair and Drafting Stool		National Public Seating Corp. Fixed Height Stool		National Public Seating Corp. Square Stool		OFM Task Chairs
Price: $195		Price: $62		Price: $115		Price: $218
Brand: Martin						Brand: OFM
Vesuvio chairs offer a full range of seating possibilities at a fraction of the cost of other brands.		Quality, durability, and style are the standards for this superior stool.		This industrial-strength stool is made of 7/8", 18-gauge steel tubing in three adjustable height sizes with a comforting backrest for support.		These are task chairs loaded with features: built-in lumbar support, stain-resistant fabric, easy gas lift seat height adjustment, and a 25" (64 cm) diameter five-star base with casters.

Selecting the Right Artist’s Stool
A stool is an important tool for most artists or those who work on a drafting table. Choosing the right stool can make all the difference between being comfortable as you work and create – or being uncomfortable and ending up with a bad back. When selecting the right artist’s stool, keep the following in mind:

• Think comfort first. If you aren’t comfortable, you’re not going to be focused on the job at hand. And being uncomfortable is a sure sign that your back, neck, and shoulders may become injured, particularly if you plan to use the stool for extended periods of time.
• Look for pneumonic lift function. While many artists prefer just a basic wooden or steel artist’s stool, if you choose a stool with a pneumonic lift, you can easily adjust the height of the stool to your specific needs.
• Go for the sturdiest stool you can find. Invest in a stool that will last for many years. Buying a flimsy stool can save you a few dollars in the “here and now” but you will end up replacing the stool more quickly. A better idea is to spend a few more dollars and end up with a stool that will last and provide you with enhanced functionality.

Alvin
Alvin Gas-Lift Stool	Alvin Office Stool
Alvin Viceroy Drafting Stool	Alvin Synchro-Tilt Painter's Stool
Alvin Spacesaver Adjustable-Height Stool
Other Art Stools
Birch Drafting Chair and Stool	Martin Universal Design Premier Contour Stool
National Public Seating Corp. Adjustable Stool	National Public Seating Corp. Fixed Height Stool
National Public Seating Corp. Padded Stool	National Public Seating Corp. Square Stool
OFM Vinyl Utilistools	Richeson Colored Stools
Safco Precision Drafting Stool	Safco Sit Star Stool
Solid Poplar Stools	Woven Stool Kit
Safco Stand Alone Stool