First, I wanted to title this post "Stool Sample"... because it would be funny. Unfortunately it didn't really make sense. There is, however, a survey at the end. Rumor has it you all like surveys...me too!!!
Nate and I are currently disagreeing on a home purchase. For the most part, we agree on items that need purchased for our home. So this disagreeing thing is weird. And annoying…for one of us.
We don't do that cheesy home decor blog thing where we both have to agree on an item. We just annoy the other into liking it. Done.
One of us is madly in love with these stools from World Market. The other is not. I will not specify who has what opinion. We need to keep the post impartial.
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One of us thinks the World Market stools would look quite lovely in our kitchen. The other does not.
One of us thinks the black saddle stools are just okay. The other thinks they are super okay.
One of us thinks the World Market stools would add a little more interest to the island. The other thinks they are “super ugly.”
One of us is slightly concerned that the metal is too different from the rest of the stainless. The other of us thinks the stools are dumb.
What do you think? We want honest opinions. You won’t hurt either of our feelings. One of us will just have the pride of knowing they have better taste than the other....at least with regards to stools.
I like the stools that you have! I had another concern, would the new stools scratch your gorgeous hardwoods?
ReplyDeleteThe WM stools have pads on the bottom. There are a few reviews that they mention that these stools don't scratch floors.
DeleteI love the WM stools, but agree with the concern above. To solve that problem, you can get felt pads to put underneath the stools feet and you should be fine. :)
ReplyDeleteI like the WM stools, but the black ones you have actually blend well with the rest of the kitchen.
ReplyDeleteI've seen the WM stools at the store, and LOVE them! Just my opinion though :)
ReplyDeleteI don't like how people are voting, the world market stools are awesome! The black stools are so five years ago.
ReplyDeleteWhile I love the World Market stools, I don't love them for your kitchen. Can you find something cool and industrial but with a stainless type finish?
ReplyDeleteLove the stools. They look like they could be 100 years old and in my opinion, vintage goes with everything, including stainless. On the other side, I'm World Market's #1 fan and think they can do no wrong, so I gotta admit that I might be a little partial.
ReplyDeleteI love those stools and think they'd look great... but... you don't want to go too over the top industrial or you could risk a theme emerging which in my opinion can lesson the sophistication. I just sold my black saddle stools. They are great and add a certain casual sophistication, but have been around a while. Just two different tones. So, in the end, I think either would be great! :)
ReplyDeletei like from walmart the Better Homes and Gardens European Counter Stool 24'', Black Finish i like it has a back. good luck. ang
ReplyDeleteI farted on them, sorry. Just can't..quite.. visualize them there. But I agree, down with black stool! I mean stools. The rest of your kitchen is evolving wonderfully, I know you'll find something totally awesome for the island.
ReplyDeleteDon't hate me - I like the WM stools but I really love the ones you have already (I just think they fit in better).
ReplyDeleteStool sample! Bwaha! I voted for the WM stools... but I'm a sucker for industrial/wood anything.
ReplyDeleteI love the WM stools, but would they take up more floor space than the ones you already have? Would you trip over them? It's hard to tell from the photo. I tend to trip over my feet, however, so one more tripping hazard in my home wouldn't bother me one bit.
ReplyDeleteI really like the WM stools! I think they fit well with the wood/metal mix you have going on at the table.
ReplyDeleteTell Nate if you get outvoted he'll have to make new stools instead. ; )
I mean, uh, hypothetically. If you were the one who liked the WM stools.
DeleteI too love the World Market stools! I was so surprised at the outcome of the poll though until I voted for the WM stools more than once and it let me! I think someone may be voting a little unfairly....
ReplyDeleteI don't mind the mixed metals either. You have a lot of stainless/galvanized color going on, it might be nice to have the visual break.
I love the WM stools!!! They would look amazing. The mix of metals would make your kitchen look layered and lovely. Have you seen Amanda's old kitchen? She did the same thing with stools and the result was fantastic. http://ourhumbleabowed.wordpress.com/2012/03/13/stick-a-fork-in-it/
ReplyDeleteReally like the (new) stools! I think they're interesting and old-world-e.
ReplyDeleteI like the newer stools and I'm a guy, if that helps.
ReplyDeleteI pretty much like anything from world market. Those stools would look fab next to your fancy new table and chairs!
ReplyDeleteI think the World Market ones are great but honestly I think the ones you have look great too! I know - I am no help!
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I don't personally like the stools, but if they win in the end, couldn't you just spray paint them stainless steel color or something so you won't have to worry about the color anymore? Just a thought.
ReplyDeleteI think either stool would work but I prefer the ones you already have.
ReplyDeletei vote these indefinitely out-of-stock barstools
ReplyDeletehttp://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Tabouret-30-inch-Metal-Barstools-Set-of-2/3879161/product.html?rcmndsrc=6
I'm in shock that those WM stools aren't loved by all. They are divine. (And I giggled sheepishly at the title. I'm so mature.)
ReplyDeleteI don't think the WM stools are the best choice for your kitchen.
ReplyDeletei can't believe that the WM stools are not winning? I LOVE THEM. and i think they would be awesome in your kitchen, it will add a bit of rustic country, which will tie in really nicely with your new farmhouse table :).
ReplyDeleteMy mom has those WM stools and I love them.
ReplyDeleteI really like the World Market stools, and I think they'd be great with the cool table and chairs in the dining area. But that's just me.
ReplyDeleteAnd seriously? Your husband has home decor opinions? Ryan doesn't, which suits me just fine.
I like 'em! I'm just really bummed that you missed a perfect opportunity to use "Stool Sample" as a title.
ReplyDeleteI like them too and I'm surprised by the voting results! I think they'd look great with the farmhouse table.
ReplyDeleteI love the WM stools, but not for your kitchen. I think something like these Turner stools from Crate and Barrel or these Flint stools at CB2 would look great. I feel like there was an option at West Elm, too, but now I can't find it.
ReplyDeleteRats I don't think my second link worked. Flint
DeleteI love the WM stools and agree they would add some great interest - maybe to my kitchen too.
ReplyDeleteI repinned these stools. So my style! Love.
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