Kitchen Bar Stool Buying Guide
Choosing the right kitchen bar stools can be an easy, enjoyable experience, if you follow this three step guide. You will learn the importance of counter height when ordering bar stools.
#1 Measure the height of the counter or table top.
It is recommended that you measure at least twice and write the measurement down. Don’t rely on your memory to remember the measurement, as your counter or table height is critical in determining the proper counter stool height. The illustrations below will show you what stool height you need. All bar stool “seat height” measurements at taken from the top of the seat to the floor.
Counter Stools.
A counter stools are usually 24-28 inches seat height and are suitable for counters with 35 to 37-inch table heights.
Bar Stools.
Bar stools are normally29-32 inches seat height and fit bars with 41 to 43-inch table heights.
Extra-Tall Stools.
An extra-tall stool, often used in kitchen breakfast bars are commonly 33-36 inches seat height. Breakfast bars are 44 to 47-inch table heights.
Step 2 – Determine how many bar stools you need
Figuring out the right number of bar stools for your counter or pub table is easy. Follow the industry standard, which is to allow 26-30 inches between the centers of each bar stool. This will provide adequate spacing for people to eat, drink, and socialize.
Step 3 – Choose your bar stools
It’s really that easy! Now that you have successfully determined the correct size and quantity of bar stools for your table or counter, you’re ready for the fun part: it’s time to start shopping – have fun!
I hope this guide has been of value and will help you choose the perfect kitchen bar stools for your breakfast bar.
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