Stools with Cushions

Questions About Stools with Cushions

• What is a cushion cut?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  A cushion cut diamond is a style of cut where the diamond is square with rounded edges. It was formerly known as an “old mine cut.” On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted cushion cut diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers.

• What is a cushion diamond?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021

  A cushion-cut diamond is a diamond with soft rounded edges — it draws on an old diamond shape and it combines a square cut with rounded corners. Cushion-cut diamonds, with their larger facets, are just as dazzling as their round-cut counterparts. Find a range of antique and vintage cushion-cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

• What is a cushion stud?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023

  A cushion stud is a stud earring that features a cushion-cut gemstone, often a diamond. The cut gives a gemstone a square shape with softly rounded corners. As a brilliant cut, it brings out the sparkle of gemstones, and it has a rich history dating back to the 18th century. Find a diverse assortment of gemstone stud earrings on 1stDibs.

• What is a cushion cover?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  A cushion cover is a fabric cover with a decorative design which protects a cushion and serves as a style element. There are many cushion covers for sale on 1stDibs.

  

  Antique Textiles GalleriesFebruary 26, 2021

  Cotton and linen are widely used in cushion manufacture and both are hard wearing and washable. Canvas - when looking at a good fabric to use on outdoor furniture the perfect choice is canvas, which is an extremely strong cotton fabric.

• What is the difference between cushion brilliant and cushion modified brilliant?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021

  A cushion-brilliant cut diamond contains larger facets and does not have a crushed ice look unlike cushion-modified brilliant. Cushion-modified brilliant is a variation of cushion brilliant shape which has an appearance of a well-cut radiant shape diamond. Find a wide variety of cushion-brilliant and cushion-modified brilliant diamondjewelry on 1stDibs.

• How do you store patio cushions?

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  1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

  First clean and dry the cushions, and then store them off the ground in a cool, dry indoor area.

• What is a cushion cut diamond?

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  1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022

  A cushion cut diamond is one that has a square shape with rounded corners. It differs from the similarly shaped emerald cut in that it has a brilliant cut that maximizes sparkle rather than a stepped cut that shows off color and clarity. You'll find a variety of cushion cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

• What is a cushion halo setting?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021

  A cushion halo setting is a ring style that sees a large center stone surrounded by a frame of small accent diamonds in a pillow shape. The center stone could be round (only the halo is pillow- or cushion-shaped). Find a range of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

• What is the difference between bar stools and counter stools?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024

  The difference between bar stools and counter stools comes down to height. Bar stools are usually between 28 and 32 inches tall to provide comfortable seating at bars and bar-height tables. To pair with kitchen counters and counter-height tables, counter stools are normally 24 to 27 inches tall. Find a large collection of dining stools on 1stDibs.

• Are bar stools taller than counter stools?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  Yes, bar stools are taller than counter stools. The average height of counter stools is 24 inches, and they are best suited for counter height tables and kitchen islands. Barstools are typically an additional five to six inches taller to fit the height of traditional bar counters. Shop a wide selection of bar stools and counter-height stools on 1stDibs.

• What is a mushroom stool?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  A mushroom stool is a low seat with a tapered shape reminiscent of a mushroom. The Finnish interior designer Eero Aarnio created a famous example in 1961. He called his stool “Juttujakkara,” which means "story stool." Find a collection of mushroom stools on 1stDibs.

• What is a footman stool?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  A footman stool is a metal stand originally designed for keeping dishes hot prior to serving and would be placed near the fireplace to keep food warm. Today, footman stools are a highly coveted antique. You’ll find a collection of footman stools on 1stDibs.

• What is a counter stool?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021

  A counter stool is a restaurant seating that is accessible to customers who are either sitting or standing. The standard height for a counter stool should be around 24" to 27" above floor level. Find a collection of antique and vintage counter stools on 1stDibs.

• What is milking stool?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023

  A milking stool is a stool that has three legs and a semicircular seat. The original purpose of the stool was for farmers to sit on while milking cows. However, people now use them as everyday indoor accent chairs and even as decorative accents. Find a variety of milking stools on 1stDibs.

• What is a vanity stool?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021

  A vanity stool is a small chair/stool used to sit up at your vanity or desk. They are frequently sold as part of a vanity table set. Find a variety of vanity stoolss on 1stDibs.

• What is a drafting stool?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021

  A drafting stool usually features adjustable height and a foot support for resting the feet. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary drafting stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

• Is a stool a chair?

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  1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

  Stools and chairs are both forms of seating, but stools often lack backs and arms. 

• What is the difference between cushion cut and halo?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  The difference between cushion cut and halo jewelry is its design. Cushion cut refers to a central stone with a square shape and rounded corners. Halo means a circle of smaller gemstones surrounding a larger center stone, which could have a cushion cut or another type of cut. Find a wide variety of gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.

• What is a cushion cut engagement ring?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021

  The cushion cut is often referred to as a pillow cut due to its square or rectangular shape with rounded edges. This stone cut comprises 58 facets, like brilliant stones. The cushion cut has been popular since the 18th century. Shop a collection of vintage and modern engagement rings set with cushion-cut diamonds from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

• What is a stepping stool?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021

  A stepping stool is a stool with one or two steps and is self-supporting, usually foldable and portable. It is typically used when you need to retrieve items on a high shelf or in a cabinet. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary stepping stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.