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Your kitchen is the heart of your home. Whether cooking, entertaining, snacking, or chatting over a cup of coffee, being comfortable means everything to all members of a household.

So, when you choose to invest in counters, cabinets, and an island or peninsula, it is only natural to want the ability to make the best use of your space. Choosing the right kitchen chair or stool height for your counter or island is essential for the comfort of everyone in your home.

When looking to purchase new seating to match and fit properly in your kitchen; size is everything. You will need to choose chairs, counter stools, or bar stools based on the height of your counter or island.

Determining Chair Height

To determine which type of seating you need and the recommended size, first measure the height of your island or counter.

• If your counter, table, or island is 28 inches to 30 inches in height, choose a chair or stool that is roughly 18 inches from the floor to the seat.
• If your counter, table, or island is 36 inches to 39 inches in height, you may wish to pair with a counter stool that runs from 24 inches to 26 inches from the floor to the seat.
• If your counter, table, or island is 40 inches to 42 inches in height, consider using bar stools. They generally run from 28 inches to 30 inches from floor to seat.

Determining Chair Width and Space

For everyone to fit comfortably to avoid being cramped or bumping elbows, there are a few rules of thumb to determine how many chairs you will need and how far apart to place them. Once you determine the full length of your usable space, then measure the widest part of your stool and use the following to determine how many chairs or stools you will need.

• Allow 21 inches to 22 inches of space per stool if it is 16 inches to 18 inches wide.
• Allow 24 inches to 25 inches of space per stool if it is 19 inches to 22 inches wide.
• Add a few inches of extra space if your chairs or stools have arms or swivel.

These few tips should save you time and money by helping you know the exact right size, the right amount, and right type of furniture to comfortably complement your kitchen before you buy.

If you have any further questions, need a recommendation for a size not listed here, or are looking for a company with plenty of experience and expertise in cabinetry and more, please do not hesitate to contact us!