Turnstone by Steelcase Buoy, Scarlet Fabric, Grey - review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Color	Grey
Frame Material	Plastic
Seat Material Type	Plastic
Brand	Steelcase
Seat Height	22.75 Inches

product features

18" diameter upholstered cap - available in 6 fabrics to add color to your space
Built-in handle - used to adjust height and easier to carry
Plastic canister - easy cleaning and maintenance
Pneumatic cylinder height adjustment - 5 1/2" range to fit all sizes
Curved base - rocks to encourage active sitting

From the manufacturer

Turnstone by Steelcase Buoy, Scarlet Fabric, Grey

Features and benefits

18 inches diameter upholstered cap
built-in handle - used to adjust height and easier to carry
pnuematic cylinder height adjustment - 5 1/2 inches range to fit all sizes
curved base - rocks to encourage active sitting
plastic canister - easy cleaning and maintenance

Buoy

A unique riff on the stool with dozens of uses, Buoy embodies the spirit of turnstone. Smart, portable, colorful, fun, and slightly askew, Buoy stands at a slight 5 degree angle. Tilt even further —up to 12 degrees— to lean into your work. Change the seat height up to five inches with a quick lever pull. Travels well, works everywhere.

Build your Buoy

Designed for today’s movers and shakers, Buoy is a seat that’s as active as you are. Personalize your Buoy with a color combination that’s just for you. So go ahead, have a seat—Buoy is a moving experience.

As active as you are

Moving is good for you, which is why Buoy swivels, turns, tilts, and moves up and down. It’s active sitting that keeps our bodies active and our minds sharp. So go ahead, have a seat. With six bold colors, and endless ways to personalize, Buoy is a moving experience.

Sitting. it's only the beginning

After researching multiple small businesses, we noticed something: people are mobile, even when seated. Whether you’re a knee bouncer, a pencil tapper, or you’ve got jazz hands, Buoy lets you move freely. So feel free to pull up a seat. Or lean in. Or hunker down. Mobility matters.

product description

Style Name:Scarlet | Color:Grey

Turnstone Buoy by Steelcase has five Inch of height adjustability and the freedom to wobble, swivel and tilt make Buoy an instant classic. Grab this active seat and go when creativity demands portability, or stay put at your desk for high focus tasks. You'll love the sleek style and simple lines of turnstone's modern take on a seat.

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Questions about Turnstone by Steelcase Buoy, Scarlet Fabric, Grey -

Does the height adjustment go up or down from desk height? Thank you!

Answer: The chair's height range is large. I'm 5'3'' and the lowest height allows my feet to sit flat on the ground with knees bent 90 degrees. With that in mind, I'd say that the chair's height ranges from well below normal desk height to well above desk height. With my shortness, I have setup my desk at below 'normal' and can comfortably sit with my feet on the ground.

Answer: yes. it is adjustable.

Is it possible to add caster wheels to the bottom of this stool? I'm looking for something more than the "doctor's office stool".

Answer:

Answer: No, adding casters would not be practical, or perhaps not even possible. The base of this is concave, not flat. The stool rocks back and forth and sitting on it closely resembles sitting on an ergonomic balance ball. It helps with better posture and core strength. Even if casters could be added, they would erase the stool's movement and the benefits to posture and core.

Answer: No. Even if you could figure out a way to do so, it would ruin what is great about this chair, that it moves and tips with you. I use mine in the office, without a plastic mat under it, and it slides rather easily. Now I'm not sliding all over the office, but it is somewhat mobile as is. You should see if anyone near you sells these, so you can try one out. That's what sold me.

Answer: No, there is nothing on the bottom of the "buoy" to attach casters to.

What shade of grey is the main body, not the fabric or base? It looks light in the pic. Trying to match a steel case desk

Answer: Hello,

What is the weight limit for the Buoy?

I'm highly sensitive to strong glues & flame retardants in upholstery of traditonal chairs (new or used). Does this have a "treated fabric" smell?

Answer: I, too, am highly sensitive to chemical smells. Although this chair came wrapped in plastic, which would trap in any smells, I did not notice any even when I first opened it.

Answer: I've had mine a while but don't recall any smell at all

Answer: I didn't smell any off-gassing smell,

Does this chair have a weight limit? I am 5'10 and about 280

Answer: max weight 250 lbs. I'm getting this for my daughters birthday. I found the specifications. minimum height 17.25" Max height 22.75" the diameter of the seat is 18"

Answer: I don't know the answer to your question. I might suggest contacting Steelcase. 1.800.516.3454

Answer: you will be fine at that.

The ad says "5 1/2 inch range" and "22.75 inch seat height". Am I correct that means the range is 17.25 to 22.75 inches from the floor?

Does it smell?

Answer: Seriously?! No, it does not smell.

Answer: Not at all.

How tall can it expand to?

Answer: Approximately 22 inches.

Does it have storage space inside?

Answer: Hi, no unfortunately our Buoy do not have have storage space inside. If you want to know more details about the product you can contact our product specialist at +1888-783-3522 option 1. Thank you!!

Answer: Hi C.,

Answer: No, there is no storage space inside.

Answer: No storage, and the worst stool I have ever sat on. I returned mine after a couple days.

Answer: No, as the base is a rocker...

Answer: No it does not.

Is there a warranty?

Answer: yes these have the Full Steelcase Factory warranty when ordered from BACKSTORE

Answer: Ours are many years old and the warranty may have changed. Sorry I can't help.

Anyone played pc game on this at home?

Answer: No. But I think it would work

Can you take the seat off and reupholster it?

Answer: Hi Virginia,

Answer: Nope, you may not require to do it. If you want you may tighten a cover to the seat.

Answer: Not easily. You would have to be creative

Howdy! I have a stealcase leap v2 chair and I"m looking for a decent ottoman/hassock to put my feet up. Is the fabric top sturdy enough for feet? thks

Answer: It's very sturdy...I weigh 200 pounds and sit on this all day. Keep in mind the base is rounded, so it would be more of a foot rocker than a foot stool.

Answer: This buoy stool could possibly be used as an ottoman in a pinch. However, the top is a thinner fabric pad which may not be very comfortable. Additionally, the stool rocks and rotates which would probably not provide a lot of stability for use as an ottoman.

Answer: The buoy is study enough for feet, depending on the feet. If you have some dirt road,backcountry, toe nail tapping across the tile as go feet, seek alternative coverings. If you do have these feet and still want to enjoy the sweet swivel action of the buoy,put down a throw pillow 1st.

Is the grey body color a dark blue grey or a warmer taupe color grey?

Answer: Hi SKR,

Answer: Neither. It’s dark grey or space black

Answer: grey

Are there replacement cushions available?

Answer: No, the cushions are not available anymore as a replacement part.

Answer: I don’t know if replacement cushions are available. I have 3 of them for over 3 yrs now and they are still like new! I love them!

Does it work on carpet?

Answer: Hi Gus

Answer: Yes it mill work on carpet.

Answer: Yes, it works on carpet.

Answer: I prefer it on carpet versus our LVP flooring. If there is any dirt between the solid floor and the bottom of the buoy chair, you may hear a small grinding noise.

Answer: yes you can use on the carpet. BACKSTORE

Answer: Yes. I have no problem with mine on a carpeted surface.

Answer: Yes, mine are in my classroom and it’s carpeted.

Answer: Yes

What is the maximum weight recommended?

Which fabric grade is the licorice, graphite and tornado?

Answer: The fabric grade is durable and excellent...however there is very little padding, and the product is uncomfortable...I am looking for an appropriate seat cushion to use with the product...

I just got the chair, is anyone else experiencing a squealing noise when you swivel ? I am using it on carpet

Answer: HI Omar, I have been using the Turnstone for almost 2 years now. Never experienced any noise.

Answer: No. I am not hearing any noise when the chair swivels.

Answer: I'd be happy to help you out with that question! Buoy shouldn't make any noise, so you need to contact Amazon Customer Support. Please let me know if you have any other questions or comments.

Answer: We have at least 30 in our school and no, there should be no squealing noises. There should be no noise at all.

Where is this product made?

Answer: The design probably came out from the big brains in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The rest of the materials came from the blood,sweat and tears(also the broken plastic pens and pencils lost in the design battle of this majestic piece).

Answer: Made in Michigan, USA.

I have laminated floor the plastic in the bottom will damage my floor ?

Answer: I can’t answer with 100% certainty, but I would think that as long as you keep the bottom clean so nothing can scratch the flooring, it should be fine. You could also get some inexpensive little rugs to put under the stools.

Answer: Not sure. I have mine on office type low nap carpet. It scoots just fine on carpet though. So I would say you would be fine.

Product reviews of Turnstone by Steelcase Buoy, Scarlet Fabric, Grey -

Mr. Constanza : Dog tosser

This is a great chair. My son loves it but the lazy donkey leaves food on the desk all the time. When the dogs jump on this wobbler to get on the desk, it tosses them right on the ground! Both functional and entertaining!!

GM : I love everything about it except the cushion is extremely firm ...

The back saver. I love everything about it except the cushion is extremely firm and the air mechanism does not provide much bounce like a typical office chair so it can be a little tiresome for all day use. I still use it all day-much better than any other chair I've ever experienced.

LBLI : Great for balance but so uncomfortable.

I have to edit this review after living with this for a while. Because of the minuscule padding, as I already shared, I added my ergonomic back cushion on top of this and over time for whatever reason it caused major back pain, the first I've had in months!!

So it can't be used for longer than 20 minutes without the cushion and can't be used long term with the cushion, therefore it's useless and a complete waste of money! Watch for it on eBay and yes I'm angry and disappointed but being tactful here.

ORIGINAL REVIEW:

Design 4 stars
Functionality 4 stars
Comfort 1 star

The pros: At 6' 3 it adjusts well for me. Simple and clean design, doesn't knock you out but looks good enough.

The cons: With less than 1/2 an inch of padding this is the worst thing I've ever sat on! Literally 15 minutes later I was starting to feel uncomfortable so I had to put my my memory foam cushion on it, which not only ruins the aesthetic but makes me regret paying $230 for this.

I won't ever buy another.

Kit Schmulling : Desk Job Takes Over The World

For someone that doesn't like to sit still, this rocks, pun intended!

Daniel Avila : Simple, transportable, comfy, effective

I love this chair! Simple, transportable, really cool looking, different, comfortable, and, most importantly, great for my back. In my old life using regular chairs, I had to deal with a lot of lower back pain and was developing bad posture. I experience no pain sitting in this chair. I love the fact that it rocks, allowing me to move comfortably while maintaining good posture. Simple yet effective. I actually feel that I have been a little more productive as well, since I'm not constantly caving into my chair anymore. I highly recommend this stool.

Mr. Constanza : Dog tosser

David Barker : Super comfy

Hated it at first but now i really like it

Anthony T Calder : horrible

Worst stool i have ever sat on, save your money and move on.

Adriane : Did not arrive as a new unit....obviously used

Not very happy with this chair..... it was advertised as new, but the box was obviously opened and taped shut again.... and the bottom is very scuffed up. It is rather comfortable to sit on, but I'm disappointed in the state that it arrived in.

Kit Schmulling : Desk Job Takes Over The World

For someone that doesn't like to sit still, this rocks, pun intended!

Emily : These are the best chairs ever

These are the best chairs ever. My school had them they were so nice and fun especially for middle school age kids.

lynnc : fun, energizing

fun, energizing, doesn't take up a lot of space - I love my buoy and will soon buy another in green!

Alex Campbell : Five Stars

I love this thing.

Amazon Customer : This is one of the coolest chairs ever made!

I love this chair and couldn't be happier! I use it as an office chair, and actually starting using it in small increments just to get used to it. Now, I can sit on it for hours. I will say, too, that I have a number of back and neck conditions, and I'm also someone who is mindful of my posture. This chair is gentle enough for me to use and it's just so much fun! It does help keep my posture straight (although there are ways to sit on it and still slouch), and it definitely engages my muscles in a gentle way. I generally have to be careful with how I move, but it's so neat to have this chair lean with you if you have to reach for something, and it's also fun to rock back and forth, etc. I can feel my muscles engaging (again, in a gentle way), and I love that it promotes active sitting. I will often change the height of it, just to switch it up, and it's easy to slide under my desk for when I switch back to sitting in a "normal" chair. I do have carpet in my office area and I haven't had any issues with the chair sliding or not staying in place when I sit on it. It pretty much stays put. And also please note, that this is a very firm chair. If you're used to sitting on soft, cushioning surfaces, it might take you a while to get used to sitting on this because it's as hard as a rock. It feels like the cushion on this buoy chair is maybe like a quarter of an inch. Luckily, I am used to sitting on firm chairs, so it's not so bad for me. Overall, this is one of the coolest chairs every made. I have already told so many people about it, and I couldn't be happier with this purchase.

Megumi Aldrich : Great product for collaboration

I used to use it at office but I decided to buy it for my own!
Great chair for work at home and really cool product.

diamondgirl904 : Great chair. Padding was a bit too thin to ...

Great chair. Padding was a bit too thin to sit on for an extended period. But this was fixed with a round memory foam pillow.

Martin W : Great for active sitting; could use more padding

I'm using this as my primary office chair, sitting many hours on some days. It works infinitely better for me than a balance ball, which I've also tried. It turns from side to side easily and rocks ("wobbles") in every direction in a easy natural way, so I can vary the angle of the seat from time to time, or even move/rock continuously as I work. That keeps my back flexible and my circulation moving. It's easy to slide around a bit on the carpeting to move closer or further from my desk, or left and right as needed. The pneumatic height adjustment has a good range, typical of an office chair, and feels solid and smooth (as one would expect from Steelcase). It's also a bit springy, so there's a bit of elastic bounce when sitting down, which also reduces strain. It's an attractive, minimalist modern design.

The one flaw or limitation is that the sitting cushion itself is somewhat thin. I put a folded cotton meditation mat on top to add to the padding, because if I sit on only the chair's cushion for several hours, my sit bones start to get sore. While the pneumatic lift has some springiness, the seat top or cushion itself would benefit from some additional springiness. Adding the meditation mat is an acceptable workaround for me because of the benefits and quality of this "wobble chair," but it does subtract a bit from the cool aesthetics of the chair.

Vanessa Barry : Great Item!

Great Item!

PK : Tucks under desk nicely

Great for smaller spaces. This fits under our desk and therefore takes up mulch less space than our previous desk chair. It super easy to adjust the height and you quickly get used to sitting on the buoy. Prelonged sitting is not super comfortable — but that’s probably just a good reminder to take breaks once in a while.

Kit Schmulling : Desk Job Takes Over The World

For someone that doesn't like to sit still, this rocks, pun intended!

Mister Phister : The fabric coating on top isn't breathable resulting in a swamp basement

I wish they'd used some kind of cooling memory foam or something for the top. As is, it's super swampy. I guess its' good because it forces me to get up, and your next position is your best position. But I wish when I was "in position" on this "throne" it wasn't a "disaster downstairs." As far as balance goes it's fun, but I'd suggest just going for a yoga ball which is more fun to bounce and bob on. Yoga balls are also easier to move around, this thing is heavier than a honker.

newyorkdweller : Great occasional stool

As an occasional chair the Buoy is great. It's solidly constructed, comfortable, and height adjustable. The mechanics on the rocking base are fine, you can easily balance without much stress while remaining free to swivel or adjust later.

The biggest complaint I have about the Bouy was that you can only grab and turn it from the cutout for the height lever. When I wanted to move or turn it required finding where the lever was and rotating from there. Minor annoyance.

JM : Four Stars

Great item!

diamondgirl904 : Great chair. Padding was a bit too thin to ...

Great chair. Padding was a bit too thin to sit on for an extended period. But this was fixed with a round memory foam pillow.

Park : Great standing desk companion

I find it to be a great compliment to my electric standing desk. It tucks well under the desk when not in use. A typical office chair is always in the way.

Have used one of these as an office floater for years. Has held up very well under daily use floating around the office.

I recently purchased one for my home office and couldn't be happier, other than wishing I still had some of the $ in my pocket.

Aurora Farqueson : Love this chair !

Wonderful product ! Really comfortable and helped posture and core strength.

Mr. Constanza : Dog tosser

newyorkdweller : Great occasional stool

Catharine : Sturdy and well made

You do have to get used to sitting on it as it’s a bit wobbly for first time users. Once you are comfortable using it, it’s very convenient. I use it in my sewing room since it takes up very little space.

Mr. Constanza : Dog tosser

Lawman : Not bad

This is an attractive and well built unit, however I do think it's a little overpriced. I have back problems and it does help my back sometimes. It doesn't help as much as I thought it would. It is not being sold as a back saving device so I don't want to knock it for that; just letting other back sufferers know that this might not be the solution.

Kit Schmulling : Desk Job Takes Over The World

For someone that doesn't like to sit still, this rocks, pun intended!

Curt Mader : Great stool for active sitters

This stool is great if you are an active sitter like I am. You can find a balance point if you need to sit still for a bit or you can wobble like crazy! The only downside, and others have mentioned this too, is that the cushion is way too thin. I lasted for about a week with the original cushion before my butt was sore that I couldn't take it anymore. I bought a memory foam cushion for it an it is much more comfortable now.

Catharine : Sturdy and well made

Tee : Spin me right round baby, right round.

Spin me right round baby, right round. Is what my (11yr old) autistic son said after sitting on this. I originally bought this as my computer chair, but it has since been taken hostage by my children. We all love the fact that the bouy allows us movement. However, it has become a highly fought after territory:whom can take over the buoy by rocking the other off, who can make it lean the farthest without falling off while being pulled at and most importantly who can push the other off without being noticed. All this happens while I fondly look on at once was my seat of calming luxury..Only having sat on this one once, I can say that it was a fidgety persons dream seat. I can go up and down, also rock..chefs kiss of excellence. Yet, if you may be +6ft tall it maybe a little uncomfortable. Or if your booty be banging, it might be a hangin.

Serena Riesgaard : While only having for 8 months, the fabric cushion ...

While only having for 8 months, the fabric cushion has come unattached to the top. I might try to hot glue, but still...

David Barker : Super comfy

Hated it at first but now i really like it

SmallButMightyMama : Home Run

These are great, everyone at the office loves them. Sides do get scuffed up a bit from shoes and I'd recommend stain protector on the seat. They were bigger than I expected but such a hit as side chairs or for impromptu meetings that they'll get used a ton. Plus they are great for getting fidgets out--I'd like one for my kids to sit on while they do their homework.

Curt Mader : Great stool for active sitters

Mister Phister : The fabric coating on top isn't breathable resulting in a swamp basement

brigett florentine : Amazing. Helix bad back, core strength and posture. Better than a desk chair.

I say for hours on one of these at the Cumming Hyundai in Georgia. It was very comfortable, my kid enjoyed it. It is great for posture, bad backs and strengthening your core. I now have one at my desk and I’ve st my dressing table.

diamondgirl904 : Great chair. Padding was a bit too thin to ...

Great chair. Padding was a bit too thin to sit on for an extended period. But this was fixed with a round memory foam pillow.

Buyer : Great deal

Love the seat

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