Review of Ikea ladder stool varieties, product functionality

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Furniture from the Swedish manufacturer Ikea is very popular today. Furniture from IKEA stands out for its stylish design, quality and affordable price.

The Ikea ladder stool is a functional piece of furniture that serves as a comfortable stool and a safe stepladder. Using this product you can decorate the interior of a room in an unusual way. A wooden stool is often used as a stand for indoor plants and a shelf for various items.

This transforming chair will also be useful for children. With its help, the baby can easily reach a high washbasin or a shelf with toys. In addition, the ladder can be used as a children's table. The bottom step will be the seat, and the top will be the tabletop. A child can draw, sculpt, and eat on such a product.

Varieties

The IKEA step stool has several varieties. The models differ in design and functional features. The number of steps can be from one to three. When there are two of them, the product is used as a ladder and is not transformed. The stool with three steps is equipped with an unfolding mechanism, this makes the furniture more practical. The folded stool is easy to carry and takes up little space in the car.

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Manufacturers offer the following models of stepladders:

1. Backvem is a stool-ladder in the classical presentation. There is a special handle on the top step that makes it easier to carry furniture to the right place. The height of the product is up to 50 cm, the width varies from 43 to 45 cm. Ikea’s assortment includes two- and three-stage Bekvem models. The material of manufacture is wood; today the manufacturer offers products in beige color. The main advantage of the model is its ability to withstand any load. Among the disadvantages, consumers highlight the lack of varnish on the wood. At the same time, the surface of the stool is perfectly polished, there are no burrs on it. Due to the fact that wood is sensitive to high humidity, using a stepladder in the bathroom is not recommended.
2. Masterby - this model is distinguished by narrower steps and a more sophisticated shape. It is made of plastic, so it is lightweight. At the same time, manufacturers use high-quality material, so there is no need to worry that the stepladder will not withstand heavy loads. Product dimensions - 43x40x50 cm, maximum load - 100 kg. Plastic is not afraid of water, so this stool can be used outdoors, in the bathroom, or on the balcony. Due to its simple design, the Masterby staircase would not be out of place in a living room or bedroom. But this model is suitable for children, it is easy to rearrange, and easier to care for.

Another interesting model is Bolman. This is a single-stage plastic ladder stool, this product is especially suitable for families with small children. The child will be able to easily move the structure to reach the necessary objects. Since the height is small, there is no need to be afraid that the baby will fall and hurt himself.

There is also a Wilto model in the Ikea catalog. The product is positioned as a stepladder, but in fact it is a small wooden structure with one step. The ladder is used as a decorative item - a mini-table for plants, souvenirs, and crafts.

Backvam

Masterby

Bolman

Wilto

Types of IKEA stools

All stools presented in the IKEA catalog, depending on their design features, are divided into: classic, folding and step stools.

Let's look at each variety in more detail.

Classic IKEA stools

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Such pieces of kitchen furniture can be entirely wooden or have metal legs. The advantages of classic stools include the following qualities:

• Light weight;
• Good stability;
• Durability (can withstand weight up to 100 kilograms);
• Beautiful design, implying the presence of carved legs or strict lines;
• Various designs and the ability to choose additional accessories, such as a pillow or a removable cover;
• Democratic price.

The downside of such products, however, like any stool, is the lack of a backrest. This is what distinguishes a stool from a chair.

IKEA folding stools made of wood

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The advantages of stools of this design include:

• Light weight;
• Great appearance. After all, you must agree that wood furniture will fit into any kitchen interior and will blend harmoniously with it;
• Compactness due to the fact that such IKEA stools are easy to fold and put away, for example, in a closet or on a balcony. In fact, this is the main advantage of these pieces of furniture and allows you to increase the number of seats at the table at any moment. In addition, such furniture is easy to transport, which is very convenient when traveling to nature or to the countryside;
• Stability and reliability. The design of this stool is designed to withstand a weight of up to 100 kilograms.

The disadvantage is the lack of armrests and weight restrictions - this design may not support heavy people.

Materials and colors

To produce Ikea stair stools, wood or plastic is used:

1. Solid wood is an expensive material, so the cost of wooden stools is high. At the same time, the product has many advantages: presentable appearance, strength, and the ability to withstand heavy loads. This option will be ideal for Provence, country, and classic style. When purchasing a wooden transforming stool, you should take into account the nuances of caring for the material. It is recommended to treat the surface with special means and protect it from excess moisture. You should not place the product near a window; it should not be exposed to sunlight, otherwise over time the staircase will lose its attractive appearance.
2. Plastic is an easy-to-clean, durable and durable material. Plastic stools are not as attractive as wooden ones, but they are also much cheaper. Plastic is inert to moisture, so these stepladders can be used even outdoors. Another advantage of the material is its light weight; even a child can carry the product to another room.

It is not recommended to paint or varnish step stools. The product will become slippery and it will be dangerous to use.

The palette of transformable stools from Ikea is restrained. The manufacturer offers colors of natural wood: light tones of ash, beech, more saturated - apple, alder, oak, wenge. Plastic products are made in gray, white, beige and other neutral shades.

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Solid wood

Plastic

Materials and colors

A huge number of different materials are used to make furniture. However, when making stools specifically, Ikea most often uses wood or plastic. There are other alternative solutions, they are also discussed in the table.

Ladder stools cannot be coated with regular paint, as it will make the surface slippery, which will increase the risk of injury. It is better to treat furniture with a special stain or rubber paint and varnish material.

As for the color palette of furniture, the most popular are wood shades: pale colors of ash and beech, bright tones of walnut, apple, alder, rich oak and cedar, dark mahogany, wenge. Plastic stools are usually made in white, gray or another universal color that will go well with bathroom tiles and sanitary ware.

Wood

Plastic

Chipboard

Creative design

Contents of delivery and assembly tips

If furniture is purchased at an Ikea brand store, you can pick up the already assembled product. When ordering a stepladder with delivery, you will have to assemble it yourself. Typically, such goods are delivered by mail or courier. The buyer receives a sealed box containing:

• disassembled ladder-stool;
• operating and assembly instructions;
• necessary fasteners;
• sticker with instructions for using the product.

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For most users, assembling the stool does not cause any difficulties. You just need to follow the instructions in the instructions. The drawing indicates the number of all types of fastenings, and also shows all the components of the product (legs, steps, seat). The picture shows the order in which the stool should be assembled.

Assembly instructions:

1. Adjust the angle of the stairs.
2. Using the confirmations from the kit, assemble the supporting part of the stool.
3. Connect the steps and the seat to the supporting part.
4. Install the guides and secure the remaining parts.

If everything was done correctly, the product should be disassembled and reassembled, but using wood glue, which must be purchased additionally. After assembly and gluing, it is recommended to clamp the joints with clamps. After the glue has completely dried, the stool is ready for active use.