Bar stools and counter stools are becoming increasingly popular as interior design trends and people's lifestyles change. Kitchen islands, bar tables and barstools are a perfect blend of function and aesthetics, adding a unique touch to the modern home. The right bar stools and counter stools can make you feel relaxed and comfortable when you gather with friends and family, eat or work, while the wrong bar stools are not only uncomfortable but also detract from the aesthetic of your home.
Here are the step-by-step guides to help you find the perfect bar stools or counter stools.
To find the right barstools or counter height stools, you need to consider 4 things: height, function, quantity and style.
I. Choose the Right Height
A standard bar stool is 75-85cm from the top of the seat to the floor, and a standard counter stool is 60-75cm from the top of the seat to the floor. There is usually about 20-30cm clearance between the top of the seat and the underside of the bar or counter. A barstool with a seat that is too high can cause your legs to get stuck, as well as forcing you to hunch over and strain your back; a barstool with a seat that is too low makes the table high for you and your elbows cannot rest comfortably on the table, making it difficult to do activities or eat. So measure the distance from the underside of your bar top or countertop to the floor before making a decision. For example, if the distance from the underside of your bar top to the floor is 100cm, then you need to choose barstools with a height from the top of the seat to the floor of around 75cm.
II. Consider the Function
Barstools and counter stools come in a variety of styles and have different functions. When deciding which type is best for you, ask yourself how you will use the stools. If you want flexibility, consider height-adjustable, swivel or backless stools. If you have children, you may be more concerned about safety and prefer a barstool with a backrest that doesn't swivel. If comfort is more important to you, look for stools with armrests and upholstery.
Here's a breakdown of options for common barstool features
1. Swivel
Swivel barstools are usually more fun and easier to sit on, but they're not as friendly to young children, so they're best used under parental supervision.
2. Height adjustable
Height adjustable barstools have a wider range of applications and can better adapt to different heights of people and different heights of bar tables and counters.
3. With backrest
Barstools with backrest can provide support for the lower back, making them suitable for long periods of sitting and preventing fatigue. On the other hand, if the stools have a backrest but cannot swivel, the flexibility will not be as great.
4. With armrests
Barstools with armrests allow you to sit in a more comfortable position and also strengthen the structure of the barstools. However, barstools with armrests are usually wider and not easy to tuck in the table when not in use, so they are slightly less space-efficient.
5. Upholstered
Padded bar stools will definitely provide you with maximum comfort. The highly elastic sponge can well disperse the pressure of the body, relieving fatigue.
III. Quantity
You need to leave a suitable space between barstools so that you can make full use of the space and your friends and family can easily sit, move, work or eat around the bar table or counter without feeling uncomfortable due to crowding.
You should leave a space of about 15cm between the barstools or you can move them further apart if necessary.
IV. Style
Now that you know how to choose the barstools with the right height, what functions with barstools suitable for your needs, how many barstools can be placed in your space, another very important thing for you to come, that is, the style of barstools.
Choosing the style of barstools can be a lot of fun, but at the same time a tricky one. The right stools can enhance the style of the environment in which they are placed.
When choosing, you need to consider the scenario in which the barstools will be used, the texture, material, colour and style. If they are to be used at home, then you can refer to the existing interior style of your home and choose according to your personal preference. If they are to be used in restaurants or cafes, then the height-adjustable bar stools are more suitable to cater for customers of different heights. If they’re for commercial use, your stools should be commercial grade and able to withstand regular use.
After a quick look at the guides above, you are now ready to choose the right bar stools, counter chairs to seat you, your family and guests in comfort and pleasure. What are you waiting for?
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