Bare Decor Mosaic Folding Stool Review 2024

Do you love enjoying long, leisurely showers where you stand and let the water pour over you until you empty the hot water tank? If you live alone, that’s an indulgence you can enjoy without upsetting anyone else. If you don’t live alone, you may still get away with doing that now and again without upsetting the other members of your household too much.

If you’re looking for a way to enjoy those long showers more, a shower stool could be exactly what you’ve been looking for!

Broadly speaking, shower stools fall into two distinct categories: those designed as medical devices for people with mobility issues that can make bathing a challenge and those designed to be stylish pieces that will enhance the look of your bathroom while simultaneously providing you with a reasonably comfortable perch to enjoy those long, luxurious showers.

This handy little stool, offered by Bare Décor, falls into that second category. It offers no safety features that come standard on shower stools designed as medical devices. If you have a mobility issue, this one is probably a non-starter. Even so, the Bare Decor mosaic folding stool could be a perfect fit for the right user.

In the following sections, we’ll look into this model in-depth, telling you everything it gets right and not pulling any punches when outlining its limitations. That way, you’ll have all the information you need to decide if this is the shower stool you’ve been searching for.

Key Features of the Bare Décor Mosaic Folding Stool

Small and stylish.

Those are the first two words that are likely to spring to mind when you see the Bare Decor Mosaic Folding stool for the first time. Its folding design is simple, relying heavily on the natural beauty of its teak wood construction, paired with an eye-catching mosaic pattern in the seat.

This was an excellent decision. Shower stools don’t need to be complicated, and this one makes a handsome addition to any home bathroom.

Chair Specifications

Before we say more than that, though, let’s look at the core stats defining this model. Here are the basics:

There’s much to unpack here, so let’s break it down by the numbers. First and foremost, as you can see, this is a smallish stool. Even though it’s made from solid teak wood, it weighs less than 8 pounds, making it easy to fold and get out of the way when you’re not actively using it.

The curious thing about this model is that the stool’s height and surprisingly modest weight limit don’t match very well.

When it comes to seating, the standard big and tall range starts at 18” and goes to 22” or more, so this stool’s height is definitely in the big and tall territory. 

From a practical perspective, this stool might not be a great fit for you if you’re a shorter individual. It’s not adjustable, so there’s no help on that front.

The problem, of course, is that taller people tend to be heavier than average, too. Most of the furniture on the market today is designed to hold around 300 pounds. This little stool falls well short of that mark, so unless you’re taller and of a slim build, again, this stool will probably not work for you.

On the other hand, most average-sized people will be able to use it, but they should take the stool’s weight limit seriously. The last thing you want is for it to collapse under you while you shower!

Adjustability and Comfort

It probably comes as no surprise, but this little stool is not adjustable. It is what it is.

You will find it to be surprisingly comfortable, though. The mosaic seat design helps and is quite cunning because it allows water to flow freely through the seat, so it’s not puddling beneath you.

No Assembly Required

Although most furniture you can buy online nowadays requires assembly, this piece is a happy exception. If you want one, it will arrive in a modestly-sized box at your door. Just take it out, put it in your shower, and it’s ready to use. Or, leave it folded and stick it in the corner until you need it. There’s nothing else to do!

Bare Decor Mosaic Folding Stool Pros and Cons

Our Bare Decor Mosaic folding stool review says we like this little stool better than its relatively modest overall rating would suggest. The relatively modest rating is mostly a function of the design’s inherent limitations. The seat height and the modest weight limit make it more of a niche product than anything.

On the plus side, it’s a gorgeous little piece of furniture that will look great in your bathroom, and it’s surprisingly well-priced, given that it’s made of solid teak wood.

Bare Decor Mosaic Folding Stool Review Conclusion

It can’t be stressed enough that the Bare Decor Mosaic Folding stool is a niche product. The weight limit will make this model a non-starter if you’re taller and heavier. If you’re shorter than about 5’3”, the height of the stool will make it a poor fit. If you have a mobility issue, you’ll almost certainly want a medical shower stool with safety features built-in.

This is a great option for average-sized people, especially those looking for something functional and beautiful. We provisionally recommend it based on that.

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REFERENCES AND RESOURCES

• Bare Décor, Official Brand Website.
• Benefits of Teak Wood, Country Casual Teak.
• How to Waterproof Teak, Hunker.
• Pros and Cons of Using a Teak Shower Bench, Do It Yourself.
• How to Clean Teak Wood with this Simple and Effective DIY Cleaner, House Tipster.