10 Folding Stepladder Chairs

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When you need to reach something off a high shelf, your first instinct is to grab that kitchen chair as a makeshift stepladder. Why bother going to the pantry or closet to get the real thing? Folding stepladder chairs keep your stepladder ready and available at the dining table so that you can reach a little higher without having to walk a little further.


 

1. Object by Stephen Kenn

Stephen Kenn folding stepladder chair

If you don’t want your stepladder chair design to be more discreet, blending into your other furniture with nary a person suspecting it, this one is for you. Object is a folding stepladder chair in disguise.

In order to use Object, you simply turn it over and unfold the steps attached to the chair’s frame. Object is wonderful to look at and has glassy steps for an incredibly fashionable look.

 

2. Cosco Retro Counter Chair

COSCO counter stepladder chair

If you’ve ever seen pictures of retro ice cream shops, you’ve seen the high counter stools that eager customers perched themselves on. You can bring a touch of nostalgia into your home or business with this retro counter chair.

Cosco’s Retro Counter Chair comes with a step stool so you don’t have to jump onto the seat; you can also use it as a regular household step stool if needed. It comes in three classic colors to heighten the vintage feel.

 

3. Boraam Step Stool

Boraam step stool-stepladder chair

This clever stepladder chair has such an elegant appearance that I almost forgot it was a step stool! Boraam’s Step Stool looks just like a bar stool, but in the back are two more steps that fold down.

It’s great for when you need a height boost, but it functions equally well as extra seating for guests. Boraam weighs only 15 pounds, making it simple for anyone to use and move around.

 

4. Chaool Convertible ChairChaool convertible chair & stepping stool

convertible chair & stepping stool

Chaool convertible chair & stepping stool

The Chaool Convertible Chair & Step Stool looks like an ordinary chair, unassuming and fairly comfortable, but the transformation happens when you turn the double-sided knobs just underneath the backrest’s sides.

The backrest folds down to become the second step for a stepping stool! Don’t be fooled – this seemingly flimsy contraption is made of solid wood and can hold the average person’s body weight with no problem. Designed by Joshua Dycus.

 

5. ZHEN GUO Library ladder Chair

folding library ladder chair

Do you need a little boost to reach the dishes in your cabinet? ZHEN GUO’s folding stepladder chair is the perfect height if you have trouble reaching the top shelf.

It isn’t too high off the ground and provides a flat, stable set of steps that you won’t slip off of. The ZHEN GUO Library Ladder Chair can also be used in the garden as a plant shelf or display. Available in brown and black.

 

6. Arredamenti Ladder Chair

stepladder chair

I’ve often used a stepladder as a chair in a pinch, but this ladder chair looks so much more comfortable! Arredamenti Ladder Chair is an Italian-made convertible step stool that also functions as a dining room chair or extra seat for guests.

When unfolded, the handle extends to help guide you up three stable steps to items that are normally out of reach. Anti-slip feet keep the ladder chair stable; Arredamenti can support up to 100 kilograms, or roughly 220 pounds.

 

7. Scala Zero

Scala Zero convertible ladder chair

Scala Zero is a solid wooden chair, which can be easily converted to stepladder. A safe small stepladder is not always readily available.

It is often very annoying when you can not reach anywhere and it can also be dangerous if you stand on a small stool or table. Therefore, Scala is a very useful piece of furniture, available in many types of wood.

 

8. Delxo 2-Step Ladder

2-step ladder chair

Would you use the words “safe” and “secure” to describe this step stool? We certainly wood. Delxo’s 2-Step Ladder provides just enough height to reach top cabinets and light bulbs that need changing. The extra-wide steps are textured to keep your feet steady as you climb.

Non-skid covers for the legs keep the stool firmly in place and also discourage marking on your floors. Delxo can even be used as an extra seat — it’s the perfect height for a quick sit-down! Alternative item: Soctone 2 Step Ladder.

 

9. Library Chair

convertible stepladder chairLibrary convertible stepladder chair

The Library Chair is a very useful piece of furniture, which can be easily converted to stepladder. Using a modern manufacturing and hand-crafted techniques, this chair is cut from high grade birch plywood and unique construction details are achieved.

Library Chair combines best of two worlds. It is a stylish, comfortable chair as well as a safe to use stepladder. See also the SHGAO Wooden Library Chair.

 

10. Usit Stepladder Chair

Usit stepladder chair

Admitted, you can use a small stepladder as a seating device. It doesn’t make a great chair but it will seat you. The other way round, you can use a chair to reach high placed objects or to paint that wall but it’s maybe not the safest way to do so. Usit combines best of two worlds. It is a stylish, comfortable chair as well as a safe to use stepladder.

The Usit Stepladder Chair features spacious steps with non-slip grooves and is available in different wooden textures. This beautiful hybrid piece of multipurpose furniture is designed by Maarten Olden.

 

See also:

20 Best Comfortable Folding Chairs for Small Spaces

23 Design Stacking Chairs

28 Best Furniture Pieces For Small Spaces

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