Wooden stools. There’s more to them than sitting

Not all furniture has a pre-assigned role and the room for which it should be used. What counts in interior design is ingenuity, creativity and an open mind. The functions of furniture should be matched, above all, to the needs, preferences and tastes of the users of the space in a flat or house. This will ensure that the inside is functional and that the occupants feel comfortable. Versatile applications can be found even for such a simple piece of furniture as a stool. Inconspicuous and underestimated, it turns out to be a real piece of furniture for special tasks. We suggest how to use it in practice and what roles - including the less obvious ones - it can play.

Stool as a flower stand

Flowers are a very popular and much-loved interior design element. Plants enliven a space, give it an interesting atmosphere, have a positive effect on the humidity in the air and have a soothing effect on the mood and well-being of the residents. They are timeless decoration that can be found in almost every home. They can be displayed in many ways. Placing them on a stool is one of them. Wooden stools or those made of wooden plywood work best in this role. These visually appealing and durable materials go very well with natural flowers, creating a cohesive arrangement that is pleasing to the eye. A single stool can be used as a flower stand. You can also place several stools next to each other, arranging them in different configurations. An interesting idea is to combine several stools of the same form and different heights. By displaying plant species with different habitats, an interesting effect can be achieved. The oak stools from the Basic collection, available in four different heights, work very well in this role. It is important to make sure that suitable pot holders or saucers are provided, so as not to damage the wooden top when watering.

Clever little bedside table

A stool placed next to the bed can be used as a handy bedside table. Where is this solution best suited? Above all, it can be used in situations where lightness and a visually lighter arrangement are required. Not everyone needs an elaborate bedside table with drawers or shelves. If the basic need is to have a place to put trinkets or a book and to set the alarm clock, a stool will do just fine. Depending on the arrangement of the bedroom and the preferences of the people using it, a stool with a round or square top may be chosen. The colouring of the top and legs should also match the interior. MoonWood stools offer a wide range of customisation. In addition to the shape of the top, the shade of the top, the colour of the legs and the height of the stool can also be chosen. The slender legs ensure that this bedside table does not overwhelm the room and has a non-intrusive character. Stools placed on either side of the bed will create an impression of harmony and order.

A handy coffee table for the living room

The stool as a coffee table works especially well in small living rooms, where it is safe to say that every centimetre is worth its weight in gold. In small - and especially narrow - rooms, a fixed coffee table next to the sofa can take up too much space and interfere with the circulation function. When we want to have a coffee in front of the TV or sit comfortably with a guest and have somewhere to serve something to drink, a small stool will help us effectively. Kept in an inconspicuous place on a daily basis (under the dining table, for example), when needed it will quickly take centre stage in front of the sofa or corner sofa, offering its small but practical top. If you want to use a stool as a table for your living room, it is worth choosing a piece of furniture with a striking form, which is made of noble, good-looking materials. Stools with tops made of domestic wood, such as oak or beech, will be a hit.

Other functions of a stool

Stools have many more uses than those mentioned above. If placed in the hallway, they can be used to put on shoes or put down a handbag or briefcase when returning home. A small stool can also serve as a practical footstool for relaxing after a busy day at work. The stool will find many uses in the kitchen. It is a convenient place to sit in a kitchen where space is limited. When not using the piece of furniture, it slides effortlessly under the table, so it does not take up valuable space. It will also work well as a handy toolbox. You can place any accessories on it, such as an organiser for bottles of oil and oils. Pots of herbs, which we use for daily cooking, look very good on a wooden stool. On a sturdy stool, we will stand when we need to remove something from the upper shelves of the kitchen cabinets. In the bathroom, it can be used to place clean towels or accessories to make bath time more pleasant, such as candles and an essential oil burner.