5 Tips to Pick the Right Bar Stools

Author: Miachael Caine

Bar stools can be an excellent solution to save space in your kitchen and enhance its appearance at the same time. The tall, modern bar stools look less clunky than other chairs. Plus, they make your room feel bigger as they use vertical space. Not to mention, their slender design enhances the appearance of your space. However, buying them can be a daunting task. When you are in the market, you can struggle to find perfect the unique bar stool from the myriad of choices available. Here are a few tips that will help you make the right choice.

  1. Consider comfort:

Choose a bar stool that is comfortable for you and matches your home decor. You have plethora of designs to choose from, such as backless models, low and high backs, stools without arms and stools with half or memory swivel. Sit on every chair and determine what works best for you.

  1. Figure out the desired height:

You need to have an idea about what should be the height of your bar stool as per your home decor. Bar stools can range anywhere between 24-30 inches. They key is to choose a bar stool that is around 10 inches lesser in height to the bar table or counter. If you want an all purpose bar stool, stick to a swivel bar stool. It allows you to adjust height and its height can vary from counter to bar level.

  1. Think about versatility:

Determine how flexible your bar stool should be and what purpose you want it for. If you want something that serves both like a bar and counter stool, or provide additional seating in other rooms, choose a bar stool that serves all these purposes. For instance, if you simply want a stool that looks good and allows you to have a drink or two, backless bar stools can solve the purpose. However, if you want to enjoy a game with friends, they may not be the right choice as they can be uncomfortable for an extended period of time.

  1. Consider style:

While you want your bar stool to be comfortable, you can't ignore style. Choose something that enhances the appearance of your space and complements your taste. Choose a bar stool with attractive upholstery, color and frame material. If you have a minimal room decor, choose minimal and unique bar stools and chairs with a metal frame. On the other hand, if you have a colorful home decor, you can choose swanky bar stools.

  1. Find the right fit:

Last but not the least, determine how much space will the bar stools take. Find out how many stools you can fit to seat everyone comfortably. If you have a huge space, you should have 6 inches of space between the bar stools. Otherwise, you should stick to compact bar stools.

So, what are you waiting for? Buy bar stools today!

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