Handmade in Sweden
Freja Counter Stool
$399
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Description
Velvet changes what a counter stool does with light. Freja in Jade Black velvet keeps the slim welded steel frame and the low back, but the seat catches the room and softens it. Like every Freja it is a minimalist Scandinavian counter and bar stool, handmade in Sweden, in counter height (26 in / 66 cm), bar height (30 in / 76 cm) or any custom height through Design Your Own.
Black on black, and nothing like the leather version. The velvet shifts with the hours, morning grey to evening depth, a small square of texture on a frame drawn in thin black lines. It belongs in rooms that are warm rather than stark, beside a breakfast bar or a dim kitchen island, and the bare low back keeps doing its quiet work: pull the stool out in one motion, slide it back flush.
Like every by Crea original, this Freja is designed by Alexandra Pettersson and fully welded in one piece from raw Swedish steel in our Malmö factory, and it arrives fully assembled. Rated for up to 440 lb and covered by our 10-year warranty, it favors repair over replacement, with a screw-mounted cushion for re-covering and spare parts available long after purchase. Choose the 26 in seat for counters of 35 to 36 in, the 30 in seat for bars of 39 to 40 in. Full dimensions sit in the dropdown below, and stocked versions ship from our Swedish factory within 1 to 5 business days.
“Freja was the first piece I ever drew. Seen from behind, the frame is the shape of a modern kitchen island: a stone top falling over its edges.”
Specifications
Dimensions
- Width
- 42 cm 16.5 in
- Seat depth
- 39 cm 15.4 in
- Height
- 78.5 cm 30.9 in
- Seat height
- 66 cm 26.0 in
- Weight
- 7 kg 15.4 lb
- Max load capacity
- 200 kg 440.9 lb
- Material
- Steel, Velvet Steel, Velvet
- Country of origin
- Sweden Sweden
- Designer
- Alexandra Pettersson Alexandra Pettersson
Materials & Construction
- Manufactured in
- Sweden, 100%
- Material
- Swedish Steel EN 10305-5 E220 precision steel
- Paint method
- Powder coated
- Color
- Black RAL9005 GL30
- Manufactured in
- Sweden, 100%
- Foam
- Cold cut foam 55 kg/m³
- Core
- Beech core plywood
- Collection
- Matteo
- Composition
- 100% polyester
- Weight
- 430 g/m²
- Martindale
- 130,000
- Pilling
- 4-5
- Lightfastness
- 4
- Fire resistance
- EN 1021-1, CAL TB 117
- Finish
- Water repellent
- Certification
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Durability & Certifications
Care & Maintenance
Fabric
Wipe down with a microfiber cloth, lukewarm water and neutral washing detergent. Do not use ph acidic or basic solutions like acetone or bleach.
Frame
Wipe with a microfiber cloth, lukewarm water and a normal cleaning agent. Refrain from using too acidic solutions as this will fade out the outer protection of the powder-coat.
Delivery, Returns & Assembly
Shipping
Shipping is calculated at checkout from your delivery address and the size of your order, so you see the exact cost before you pay. A tracking link reaches you by email the moment your order leaves our factory in Malmö, Sweden.
Delivery time
Orders to the United States are delivered by UPS, normally 2 to 5 business days after dispatch. Made to order pieces are produced first, and that production time is shown on this page.
Assembly
Most of our furniture arrives fully assembled. Dining tables and some outdoor pieces arrive with the top and legs packed separately, and fitting them takes 5 to 10 minutes and one screwdriver.
Returns
You have 14 days from delivery to request a return, provided the piece is unused and in its original condition. Email info@by-crea.com or open the chat and we will arrange it. Return shipping is paid by you at the carrier's actual rate, typically 15 to 20% of the order value, or roughly 35 to 100 USD per package depending on size and destination. We confirm the exact amount before anything is collected.
Custom orders
Anything configured through Design Your Own, with custom dimensions, finishes or materials, is produced specifically for your order and is not eligible for return. Order free samples first, or ask us in the chat, and we will help you get it right the first time.
FAQ
Choose the 26 in (66 cm) counter stool height for standard 36 in countertops, and 30 in (76 cm) for bar counters 40-42 in high. The ideal gap between seat and countertop is 9-12 in; custom heights are available via Design Your Own.
Yes, the seat uses high-density Swedish cold-cut foam (55 kg/m3) that keeps its shape over time, and the low backrest supports your lower back while the stool still slides under the counter. If you want full back support, the Philip bar stool adds a fully upholstered backrest.
Yes. The cushion attaches with two screws and can be ordered separately in any of the Freja fabrics, so you can refresh the color or replace a worn seat in minutes without replacing the whole stool.
Wipe the cushion with lukewarm water, mild soap and a microfiber cloth. The vegan leather (300,000 Martindale, easy-clean finish) and the powder-coated steel frame both clean easily with a damp cloth.
Allow 20-22 in of width per stool. A 6 ft kitchen island seats three Freja stools comfortably; with 24 in per stool the seating feels extra generous.
Yes. Order free material samples, or a single test stool with free returns, and try it at home before you commit.
Every Freja bar stool has a 10-year warranty, including the upholstery. Each stool is handmade in our own factory in Malmö, Sweden, and inspected by hand before it ships.
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