I’ve mentioned before that I have a bit of a thing for chairs. Meet the newest addition to my collection.
I don’t know what the proper name is for this type of chair. It’s kind of bar or counter height, and it has a little step ladder attached. I’ve been looking for a chair like this for awhile.
My grandmother had one in her kitchen. Honestly, growing up it never made that big of an impression on me, but when I got my own house, I thought, “Hey, that step-stool chair would be kind of neat in a library.”
When my grandma’s house was sold, the chair ended up going to another family member. I’m not heartbroken about that, but I’m glad I’ve been able to find a chair of my own.
This one could use a little bit of work. Obviously some new upholstery would be helpful. The rubber feet need to be replaced. There’s a little bit of rust that either needs to be sanded off or painted over.
It’s still a nice memory of my grandmother, and I’m happy to add it to my collection.
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Very interesting chair! I can see why you wanted it.
It’s a little bit different.
My grandma had one in her kitchen too!!! I used to love how the little steps would fold in and not be in the way. I remember sitting on it and watching Grandma cook!
I also have found one very similar to my Grandma’s. Her’s was all metal and did not have any upholstry. I have it out at my dad’s hoping that he paints it for me. He can spray automotive paint on it which is very durable and very shiny!
I am so glad you found one too. I can’t wait to see how you put your spin on it!
That’s so neat that our Grandma’s both had one and now we do too. The all metal one sounds cool. Are you doing a fun colour?
That was definately my intention, but I am not sure what will go with our kitchen colors. We have a deep red on the walls, black counter tops, white trim, medium dark cabinets. I am thinking something boring like black. 😉
That sounds like a bold space. Maybe a metallic would work on the chair. Chrome or gold?
I think everyone’s grandma had one! I think my parents even had one. I actually don’t mind the upholstery on this…..it is perfect the time period of the piece, and looks interesting with books. 🙂
I didn’t realize they were that common! I’d never thought of keep the upholstery. I’m not sure I’m as sold on it as you, though. 🙂
My Grandma had one too, Julia! I have found 2 matching ones at different sales for $5 each. Last summer, my hubby’s parents gave us the one that belonged to his mom when she was little. It’s actually almost identical to the two that I bought. See them here: https://septemberfarm.wordpress.com/2014/06/
I love them! They work so well at the counter. The zigzag fabric you chose is great.
My parents had one, too! We used it ALL THE TIME. I have no room for one, but if I did I’d love to have another one. Wonderful, versatile piece of furniture.
I’m amazed that everyone seems to have one of these in their past. I’ve only ever seen my grandmother’s. Apparently they’re more common than I realized.
OMG my grandmother had one in the kitchen also We sat in it to talk on the kitchen wall phone. Soon as I saw that photo I had a flood of memories. I wish I had room for one!!
Ah the kitchen wall phone. Believe it or not, my parents still have theirs. 🙂 Apparently, these chairs were a thing among grandmothers.
My grandmother had similar chairs as well! However, the colour palette wasn’t as great as these ones. It looks awesome with your bookcases, I’m really liking the retro vibe these days 🙂
That’s two votes now for the upholstery. I never would have thought. Now I’m going to have to think about this.
Wow, my Grandma had one too. It had bright orange upholstery and all of us grand kids loved sitting in it. You brought back a great memory for me that I hadn’t thought about in a long time.
I’m glad it brought back good memories. It’s special to think back to those times every so often.
That’s so cute and unique! I love it!
I think so too… although apparently not as unique as I thought given the comments above!