Patent ID: 7219956
Filing Date: 2007-05-22
Classification: A47B,A47C

Abstract:
1. A kit for a multi-functional convertible stool comprising: a saddle seat adjustable in height relative to a base on which the seat stands; only a single pillar extending between multiple legs and the seat, the multiple legs being splayed radially from a central location, the single pillar being located at the central location; the seat being able to swivel about the single pillar; the multiple legs arranged to support the seat, the legs being connected with the seat, the legs having extremities, the legs have a bottom face, and a hole in the bottom face, and the legs having selectively removable and interchangeable feet; feet being casters; feet being stationary bases; and a tool for removal of the feet; the stool being convertible such that in one configuration with casters on the legs, the seat is movable on a base or floor and in a different configuration with stationary bases, the seat is relatively stationary on the base or floor; and wherein both the casters and the stationary bases have a top face, wherein both the casters and stationary bases have a spindle for locating both the casters or the stationary bases in the hole depending on the selected movable or stationary configuration of the stool, wherein the top face of the respective casters and stationary bases are oppositely located with the bottom face of the respective legs and wherein the spindle of each of the casters and stationary bases enters and provides tight fitting contact with the respective hole in the bottom face of the respective legs securing the casters and stationary bases with the legs; and wherein an interface between the top face of the caster, and stationary bases and the bottom face of the legs sufficiently receives the tool and facilitates easy removal and replacement of the feet to convert into the two different configurations.