Will a 24-inch seat work at my kitchen counter?

A 24-inch seat is sized for counters about 36 inches high, leaving roughly 10 to 12 inches between seat and countertop. For a taller bar-height counter, you need a taller stool.

Is the seat comfortable without a cushion?

The saddle shape spreads weight and is fine for meals and short sits. For hours of sitting, most people want padding or a stool with a back.

Do the stools swivel?

No. They are fixed wooden stools; the contoured seat lets you shift your hips, but the stool does not rotate.

How many stools come in one order?

The set is two stools, so one order furnishes a two-seat island.

How do I care for the wood?

Wipe with a damp cloth and dry promptly, and avoid leaving spills or standing water on the seat. Felt pads under the legs protect both the stool and the floor.

Where is the Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool cheapest?

At Target, for $58.09, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 679 ratings.

Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool

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Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool

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Last seen at $58.09 at Target on Nov 11.

Our take on the Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool

The Belfast is a backless wooden saddle stool with a contoured seat and a 24-inch seat height, sized for kitchen islands and standard-height counters. The saddle shape spreads weight and lets you swivel your hips toward the counter, and the backless build tucks fully under the overhang. It is sold as a pair, which suits a two- or three-seat island better than buying singles. Against metal and upholstered counter stools, it trades padding and back support for solid wood and a low profile.

Best forKitchen island and counter seatingBuyers who want a backless stool that tucks under the counterWood-finished interiorsFurnishing a two-seat island as a matched pair

Pros

Contoured saddle seat supports thighs and hips
Backless design slides fully under the counter
Solid wood construction
24-inch seat height fits standard 36-inch counters
Sold as a matched pair

Cons

No back support for long sitting
Hard wood seat with no cushioning
Wood can scuff or dent with heavy daily use
Seat height is fixed, so it will not suit taller bars

Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool prices at every store

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$58.09Checked Nov 11
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Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool price history

Lowest price we've seen: $58.09 on Nov 11 at Target. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

4.6 / 5679 ratings

Rated 4.6 out of 5 across 679 ratings, owners largely like the look and the contoured seat for everyday counter use. Complaints center on comfort over long stretches and on wear to the wood finish.

What people mention

ComfortMixedOwners find the saddle seat comfortable for meals and short sits but hard over longer periods.
BuildPraisedBuyers describe the stools as sturdy and solid.
Finish wearCriticisedSome owners report scuffs and wear to the wood finish with daily use.
FootprintPraisedThe backless shape slides fully under the counter and keeps the kitchen open.
Back supportCriticisedSitting without a back is fine briefly but tiring for long stretches.

About the Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool

The Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool is a backless counter stool made of wood. It has a saddle-style seat and a 24-inch seat height.

Brand: Belfast
Material: Wood
Seat style: Saddle
Back: Backless
Seat height: 24 inches
Quantity: 2 pieces

Specifications

Backless: Yes
Saddle Style: Yes
Material: Wood
Color: Black, Brown, Red
Seat Height: 24 inches seat
Quantity: 2 Pieces

Questions and answers

Will a 24-inch seat work at my kitchen counter?: A 24-inch seat is sized for counters about 36 inches high, leaving roughly 10 to 12 inches between seat and countertop. For a taller bar-height counter, you need a taller stool.
Is the seat comfortable without a cushion?: The saddle shape spreads weight and is fine for meals and short sits. For hours of sitting, most people want padding or a stool with a back.
Do the stools swivel?: No. They are fixed wooden stools; the contoured seat lets you shift your hips, but the stool does not rotate.
How many stools come in one order?: The set is two stools, so one order furnishes a two-seat island.
How do I care for the wood?: Wipe with a damp cloth and dry promptly, and avoid leaving spills or standing water on the seat. Felt pads under the legs protect both the stool and the floor.
Where is the Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool cheapest?: At Target, for $58.09, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Belfast 24 inch Saddle Stool?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 679 ratings.