Ladder Back Bar Stools

Ladder back stools are always in style.

Design trends and colors can change a few times a year, but the best pieces are stylish for decades or longer. Ladder back stools and chairs first appeared in the Middle Ages. They became popular in England in the 17^th Century, and they’re one of the staples of American Colonial décor.

Without ornamentation, ladder back stools are known as utilitarian, rustic furniture. But if you want something more decorative, ladder back stools can be dressed up in countless ways. When you browse our stools, you’ll see how many ways you can customize your choice – seat cushion, wood seat finish, metal finish, swivel style and more.