A nail technician stool is a rolling seat for the technician at the manicure table or the pedicure chair; a customer chair seats the client across the table. M1 Nail & Beauty Supply stocks technician stools, low pedicure stools, customer chairs, massage chairs and replacement gas lift cylinders from Champion and MNBS, several in black, grey or brown.
Types of salon chairs and stools
| Type | Best for | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Technician stool | A rolling seat for the technician at the manicure table. | Champion BJ 916W Black, Champion BJ 916W Grey, Champion BJ-910W, BJ 909 2W, SC-1054, SC-1004 |
| Pedicure stool | A low seat that puts the technician at the right height for the pedicure basin. | BJ-928, BJ-928W Grey, SP-1801-3, F3 Pedicure Stool |
| More stool styles | A round cookie-style seat, a large backrest or a choice of colours. | Cookie Chair BJ923W-2W, Stool with large backrest, Salon Technician Stool SP3041 / BJ909, Beauty Salon Stool 07, SC-1033 |
| Customer chair | Seating the client at the manicure table or in the waiting area. | Champion BJ 325, BJ 7818 Black, BJ 7818 Grey, Deluxe Client Chair, Customer Chair 8133, Customer Chair 3235 |
| Massage chairs and parts | Seated massage, and fixing a stool that no longer holds its height. | Adjustable Massage Chair, Folded Massage Chair, Gas lift cylinder |
How to choose a salon stool or chair
- Manicure or pedicure. A pedicure stool sits lower so you reach the basin without bending; a technician stool suits the height of a manicure table.
- Sit at your own table. Compare the seat height in the product photos with your table and pedicure chair before you order, or try the stools in our Markham store.
- Match colours across the salon: several models come in black, grey, beige or brown, so stools and customer chairs can match.
- Fix before you replace. A stool that sinks usually needs a new gas lift cylinder, not a new stool.
Related: Pedicure chairs, Manicure tables, Hand pillows, Trolleys, All salon furniture
Salon chair and stool FAQ
What is the difference between a pedicure stool and a technician stool?
A pedicure stool has a lower seat, so the technician sits at the level of the client's feet in the basin. A technician stool is taller and is made for working across a manicure table. Using the right one saves your back over a full day.
Why does my salon stool keep sinking, and can I fix it?
A stool that slowly drops usually has a worn gas lift cylinder. You can replace the cylinder instead of the stool: measure the old one and order the matching length, short, medium or long. Check the casters and fittings at the same time and tighten anything loose.
What should I look for in a customer chair for the manicure table?
A stable chair with a supportive back, at a height where the client can rest both forearms on the table without leaning forward. Upholstered models such as the Champion BJ 325 and BJ 7818 also work in a waiting area. A darker colour hides wear between cleanings.
Order online for in-store pickup at our Markham, Ontario store, usually ready in 2 to 4 hours, or have your order shipped anywhere in Canada.