The nice thing about wood bar stools is their strength and durability. They are considered the most versatile of all the different types of bar stools. Since metal stools have a hard time fitting into most decors other that really modern wood will be your best bet. The nice thing is that they are simple to change should your décor change. Since most of us like to change our minds, you can’t always count on your current color and décor themes to be the same. So the smart thing to do is buy good solid furniture that will last longer than you current moods.

Wooden bar stools will always fit in around your house no matter what changes take place. A simple padded cushion added to the seats can make a world of difference. Maybe even an update of upholstery from your current ones is all that you need. Wood can also be painted or re-stained to help change their look and feel. You’d be surprised how much a fresh coat of paint can do for you. It’s very easy to give your wood bar stools a makeover!

Since wood is a natural product there happens to be a number of different species available that can be suitable for furniture. These include cherry, maple, oak, bamboo, mahogany, teak, rattan etc. You do need to use some sort of harder wood or the products won’t last.

In the traditional styles the deeper and darker wooden stools work really well. Their rich feel along with the detailed back and leg designs(like french country) add to the comfortable settings of a traditional home. These great stools along with some sort of a seat pad in a dark fabric can really add some punch to any room.

If you’re looking for more of a modern wood look you’ll find many to choose from. They’ll be very clean in terms of their lines and shape. The simple looks fit in nicely with big open and bright rooms. They work well with bright bold colors, even blacks or whites. Almost all of these styles will have a hard seat, as most padded cushions don’t blend well with the clean simpler feel.

The country look of wood bar stools brings an entirely different feel. A lot of these are painted or stained with a two-toned look. What that means is the stools have two different colors on them. Usually they’re a dark and a light contrast. These offer a soft warm feeling that invites you to sit in them. You can use hard or padded seats depending on how country you’re trying to go. They work great in any country home.