Bar Furniture - Stools

Bar Stools - The Ideal Seating For Casual Home Entertaining, Bar None! 

Nothing is more welcoming than a barstool. To heighten the hominess in your house, pull up some wrought iron bar stools to the kitchen counter, some patio bar stools to the poolside barbeque, or some leather bar stools to the game room bar. From the chrome and red vinyl retro barstools at classic diners, to the modern and sleek barstools of today, these seats have become a part of our culture, and should become a part of your home.

Sizing Up the Selection

Typically, barstools can range anywhere from twenty-four to forty-four inches tall. To find a perfect fit, measure the area in which you plan to put the stools. The stool seat should be from ten inches to a foot below the bottom of the table or counter. Too much or too little space between the seat and the table will make the stool's occupant quite uncomfortable.

Also, be sure to take any extra obstacles into account. If the barstool has arms, be sure to leave enough room for those arms to fit comfortably under the table. Swivel stools, a very versatile barstool, will require special consideration, especially if the stool has a back to it. Be sure you have enough room for your swivel bar stool to be utilized to its fullest extent.

Planning Ahead

To keep your barstools around for years, be sure you choose a durable chair. For the best choice, consider the purpose of your barstool. For outdoor use, find a specially-treated material, such as a bamboo bar stool, that will withstand harsh weather conditions. For the kitchen, find a resilient stool that is easy to clean, such as a wooden bar stool. With all the styles to choose from, you are certain to find a stool that fits your taste and fits your table.