The complete guide to bar and counter height stool

When installing or designing a bar, hotel, restaurant or cafe, you may need a series of bar stools to provide ample seating (and complement your interior décor). At UHS Group, a leading furniture supplier to the hospitality industry, we recognize that choosing a high stool will bring many decisions. This guide gives you recommendations on comfort, design, height, and details the recommended number of bar stools per foot of floor space. Good quality solid wood bar stools are available online on thehomedekor online furniture store.

 

1 - Backless

Wooden Bar stools and counter stools either have backs (like ordinary dining chairs) or have no backs. If you have a small footprint, halter stools are great because they can fit completely under the counter and don't take up extra floor space when not in use. However, they are not comfortable sitting for longer periods of time. So if the counter is your only eating space, the backless stool may not provide the postural support you need. There are various shapes and styles of backrest stools. Some have a low back and only provide lumbar support, while others have a full, high back similar to a dining chair.

 

2 - Arm Rests

Like a dining chair, the stool has armrests or not, and whatever option you choose is really a matter of personal preference. As you can imagine, the armrest can only be used on a stool with a back. Armrests tend to bring a more formal vibe to your space and provide more comfort when sitting for long periods of time. However, they make it more difficult for you to slide up and down on the stool, which is why stools with armrests are not suitable for tight spaces.

 

3 - Foot Rests

Don't you like to dangle your feet? Consider a stool with a built-in footrest. Some stools even have multiple bars, which can accommodate people of different heights. This is a great feature if you have all kinds of people using them. Other stools without a "formal" footrest also have a horizontal bar, which can definitely be used as a footrest. Having this function will make you feel more comfortable, especially when you are sitting for a long time.

 

4 - Stackable

Although not that common, some stools are stackable so they can easily snap together. If you don't use stools year-round and want them to be easy to store at the end of the season, this is a great option - this is an important consideration for outdoor bar areas!

 

5 - Good quality wood

Wood is a very durable material and one of the most popular choices for bar stools. Also, depending on the stain or surface treatment, your style may differ. Lighter, more natural finishes are suitable for coastal, rustic, or Scandinavian style spaces, while white wood stools can feel more like cottage-style things, while darker stains will seem like a more traditional atmosphere. Wooden stools also come in many different shapes and styles, which have a huge impact on the style of the space they can work in. Because this is a harder material, some people choose to add cushions on the wooden bar stools to increase comfort.