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The Bodyfurn Lab Stool provides ergonomic seating for laboratories, STEM environments, food technology rooms and collaborative high-table learning spaces. Designed to support movement and posture throughout the day, it combines durable construction with stable elevated seating for practical and flexible learning environments.
Ergonomic Elevated Seating for Practical Learning Environments
The Bodyfurn Lab Stool is designed to promote comfortable posture and active sitting in specialist learning spaces. Ideal for laboratories, STEM areas, food technology rooms and elevated learning zones, it supports movement while seated to help students stay comfortable and engaged during practical activities.
Its independently pivoting seat allows natural forward and reclining movement while maintaining support. Elevated foot rails provide added stability and comfort at higher work surfaces, while the sled-base frame helps reduce tipping and unwanted movement in busy classrooms.
Made from durable polypropylene and powder-coated high-tensile steel, the Bodyfurn Lab Stool is built for long-term use in demanding education environments. Multiple height options suit different age groups and applications, while the stackable design allows for flexible layouts and efficient storage.
| Suitable for | Primary and secondary school students |
| Use | Laboratories, STEM spaces, food technology rooms, art rooms, specialist classrooms |
| Seat design | Ergonomic pivoting seat |
| Stability | Stable sled-base helps limit tipping |
| Ventilation | Ventilated seat design for airflow |
| Warranty | 10-year warranty |
| Origin | Designed and manufactured in New Zealand |
| Size | Seat height (mm) | Seat pan (mm) | Footprint (mm) |
| 3 – Medium | 460 | 350 x 380 | 400 x 460 |
| 3 – Large | 460 | 400 x 440 | 480 x 506 |
| 4 – Medium | 560 | 350 x 380 | 400 460 |
| 4 – Large | 560 | 400 x 440 | 480 x 506 |
| 5 – Medium | 660 | 350 x 380 | 400 x 460 |
| 5 – Large | 660 | 400 x 440 | 480 x 506 |
| 6 – Large | 760 | 400 x 440 | 480 x 555 |
*Size 6 only available in large.
Size Guide
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Size |
Learning stage |
|
2 |
Early years, 2-5 years |
|
3 |
Junior primary, 5-7 years |
|
4 |
Middle primary, 7-9 years |
|
5 |
Intermediate/middle school, 9-12 years |
|
6 |
Secondary and tertiary, 12+ years |
See the Furnware seating size guide for more details.
| Seat | Durable, easy-clean injection-moulded polypropylene |
| Frame | Strong 2 mm gauge high tensile steel frame |
| Finish | Powder-coated Silver Star finish |
| Feet | Grey nylon non-slip feet designed to help protect floors and improve stability |
| Seat pad | Optional upholstered seat pad with polyurethane foam and 100% polyester upholstery |
| Cleaning | Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents |
| Durability | Designed for high-use educational environments |
| Stackability | Stacks up to 3 high |
| Mobility | Lightweight design for easy movement and storage |
| Storage | Designed to rest safely on tabletops during floor cleaning without scratching surfaces |
Supports active sitting and posture
The Bodyfurn Lab Stool encourages subtle movement while seated through its independently pivoting seat design. This supports posture variation and helps students remain comfortable during longer practical learning sessions.
The elevated foot rail supports stable seated positioning at higher work surfaces, helping reduce discomfort during laboratory, STEM and food technology activities.
Key impacts
For more information, see the Bodyfurn research.
| Seat pad | Optional upholstered seat pad available on large sizes. |
| Seat size | Sizes 2 – 5 are available with the medium or large seat |
| Warranty | Chair: 10 years
Upholstered seat pads (optional): 3 years Terms and conditions apply. Please refer to our Warranty Policy for full details. |
| Intellectual Property | Furnware is an authorised user of registered and/or pending Design, Patent and/or Trademark rights relating to this product. Learn more. |
The Bodyfurn Lab Stool arrives fully assembled.
