Tallenger Bartresenhocker

The contoured back on these is what sold me — I can sit for a couple hours at the kitchen island without my lower back complaining. The self-returning swivel is a small thing but it keeps the counter area looking tidy when nobody's sitting there.

The contoured back actually hugs you just right when you lean back, and the cushioned seat is firm enough to sit on for hours without sinking. I've had it for two weeks now and every guest who sits down comments on how easy the swivel feels when they turn to grab something.

The swivel returns to center on its own so smoothly that I find myself spinning in it every time I walk past, and the cushioned seat is firm enough to keep me comfortable through a long evening. The contoured back makes a real difference too—it supports me better than I expected from a stool.