Kitchen Counter Stools: Practical Seating For Breakfast

The Kitchen Counter

Your kitchen counter is the most convenient spot when you have company over but you still have to get some things done in your kitchen while you chat. It is also the great area to be seated for a quick breakfast, particularly on days when you won't have time to place table settings. A good, spacious kitchen counter can actually serve a variety of purposes.

Home Fashion

Two or more kitchen counter stools are practically an icon of home décor and fashion. In fact, when you browse through interior design magazines, you will most definitely see a few kitchen stools on photographs of attractive kitchens. From contemporary to traditional kitchen counter stools, there are many different styles and colors to choose from.

Features Of A Kitchen Counter Stool

The materials they are made of are commonly metal or wood, with or without a padded seat. Some kitchen counter stools swivel, enabling you to move around to a desired direction. There are also counter stools that are stationary and more of a chair style.

You may use a kitchen counter stool for seating at bistro tables and at a kitchen island. It is a different size than the stool used at a table or desk; therefore, you should make sure to measure your kitchen counter first to know which stool height is best. Some kitchen counter stools have back support, while others don't, for that sleeker look. Stool that have back support are functional and practical, but if you want to go for style more, then a basic stool design would be the choice.

Height

The height of your kitchen counter stool, which will be defined by the counter height, is the most important aspect you should check on when choosing your kitchen furniture. The distance from the top of the counter to the floor should be measured also. A 10-12 inch difference between the seat and the counter top makes seating more comfortable and convenient. Make sure that an average person has his elbow slightly higher than the counter when he sits on the stool, for it to be comfortable to use.

Normally, the height of a kitchen counter is around 35-36 inches; so the most convenient height of kitchen counter stool must range between 24 and 26 inches.

Other Uses Of Kitchen Counter Stools

A kitchen counter stool, instead of a table chair, can be used to create an extra special dining nook. It can also be used for additional seating when entertaining. These stools are not limited to the kitchen, however; they are also perfect for outdoor or casual dining, or extra seating in a games room.