Ditch Bulky Stepping Stools For A Compact, Sturdier Option

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If you have high cabinets in the kitchen or your linen closet has that one top shelf that you just can't reach without help, you've probably purchased one of those functional elevation aids after working out how to choose the right step stool for your home. The problem is that those things are quite bulky, and if space is limited, you may not have anywhere convenient to store it. So, it's probably sitting out in the garage or down in the basement, and it's always a little too much effort to go and get it when you need to reach something up high. Well, now you can ditch that bulky stepping stool and invest in a more compact and sturdier option — the HBTower Folding Step Stool.

This stool is collapsible and compact, so you'll have no problem finding somewhere to store it. Because it folds nearly flat in seconds, it's easy to tuck beside a refrigerator, slide into the gap between a washer and dryer, or hang on a utility-room hook, making it more likely you'll actually use it instead of leaving it tucked away in storage. On top of that, it's sturdier than you might imagine, as it supports up to 600 pounds. With a height of nearly 10 inches, it gives you that extra lift you need to reach those high shelves in the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry with ease. 

Customers give this product 4.6 stars overall with nearly 2000 reviews. Most people have found it convenient, compact, and easy to fold and carry. However, a few people had issues with the stool breaking under their weight. As with any stool, it's important to place it on a flat, level surface and stay within the manufacturer's weight limit to reduce the risk of tipping or damage.

If you decide you need one of these foldable stools, you're sure to find lots of uses for it beyond just giving you a boost to reach high spaces in your home, including that sneaky spot for bonus bathroom storage — the shelf above the door. Of course, it's also perfect if you have younger kids who need just a little extra help to reach the basin in the bathroom. It also makes the perfect seat for the playroom or for when you're hosting story time in the lounge. On top of that, the stool makes a handy seat when it's time to clean out that bottom cupboard, or you could use it in place of a squatty potty in the bathroom.

You'll also find the stool can have quite a few uses in the garden. If you have trouble kneeling on the ground or squatting for any length of time, you can easily use this stool to sit on when it's time to weed or sow a few seeds. It's just the perfect height for these types of tasks. Being so easy to fold and carry around, it's also quite helpful if you're tying tall tomatoes to their stakes or attaching a vine to its trellis that's just out of reach. It will save you from straining too hard while you're stretching, and you won't have to go to the garage and drag out the heavy ladder. Similarly, if you're harvesting pole beans or picking fruit from your backyard tree, this stool can give you that little extra height. You can even use the stool to reach the roof of your car when you're washing it.