Planning on furnishing your kitchen island or home bar? A stylish bar stool could be the exact thing you need.

Choosing the right bar stool is as important as designing your bar space or kitchen counter. Beyond just seating, it can make a great impact on the overall aesthetics of the interior. However, providing comfort alongside exciting functionalities makes a bar stool perfect for your space. Make sure that you are aware of all your requirements before purchasing a bar or breakfast stool and select the most suitable one that will meet all your practical needs.

Here we have a few tips to help you pick the best bar stool for you.

How To Choose The Best Bar Stool?

Style and comfort are important factors to consider when buying a new bar stool. But is that enough? Think about what you actually want out of a bar stool and the types of features you need. Below is a list of factors that should help you decide.

Style

Style up your interior with a stunning and smart-looking bar stool. Always pay attention to the details, such as colour, model, material, etc., that decide the basic style of the bar counter stool. You will get a wide range of colours from our website to suit any of your interior themes.

Metal or wooden bar stools are available in various models that do not require frequent maintenance. Barstools with or without backrests and armrests are available in various colours and models. Choose your style statement that matches your necessities, whether that be classic, industrial, modern, or rustic.

Height

Height is a major factor when choosing a bar stool since it must be the correct fit for your counter. The preferable height difference between the seat of the bar stool and the bar table surface is 10 inches. Measure your bar table or counter from the floor and decide on the height of the bar stool you need to get optimal legroom. Selecting a stool with adjustable height is also a great idea to ensure comfort and allow height changes after purchasing the stool.

Comfort

Once you have decided on the style and height you prefer, comfort is the next factor to consider. Stools will have options for the level of cushioning, ergonomic design with backrest support, adjustable height, footrest, and swivel mechanisms. When you have to sit for a long time, picking the right functionalities could enhance the comfort of your seating and allow you to customise the experience.

Material

The comfort and style mostly depend on the materials used for the bar stool. Bar stools are available in a wide range of seat materials including metal, wood, plastic, and upholstery. The non-padded or padded seat materials like leather, faux leather, or microfiber offer various types of durability, aesthetics, and comfort.

Since it is a long-term purchase, make sure to choose the durable materials that suit your requirements. Leather stools provide a luxurious appeal and comfort while metal or plastic bar stools can complement well on any modern aesthetic. Wooden stools can give a classic style to an interior, and they mostly come with static heights. These materials can be chosen according to your preferences and usage.

Footrest

Footrests can significantly enhance comfort while sitting for a long time, especially on a higher seat. A well-positioned, sturdy footrest can help you to relax in a proper posture without putting more pressure on your legs and feet. Few of you may feel this is unimportant, but trust us when we say you won’t regret it!

Space Concerns

Check how much available space you have to give you an idea of the size and quantity of stools you want. Measuring and calculating how many bar stools can be filled up will help you tackle space concerns. Find a balance between the number of bar stools you need and the floor space you have. Thinking practically about how and where you are going to place the stool will give you an idea of how many stools you need to order.

Make sure that everyone sitting at the counter has enough arm room and leave 15 inches of space from the end of the counter to prevent overcrowding. If you have a more compact space, it is better to choose stackable or foldable stools for easy storage when not in use.

Swivel or Fixed Seat

When you decide on the style and comfort of your bar stool, also consider the mobility of your stool, whether you need a swivel or static stool. The swivel mechanism allows you to rotate 360 degrees on the stool and static refers to the fixed seat that can’t be moved. The swivel function makes everything much easier but a little heavier to manoeuvre than the fixed seats. Swivel seats generally come with a height adjustment system with a lever handle.

Check out our vast range of bar stools in various colours, models, and functionalities. Make your breakfast counter, home bar, or any commercial space functional, stylish, and comfortable by prioritising your requirements.

Our Top 5 Bar Stools

Allegro Bar Stool Black

A fusion of function and style in a bar stool with soft padded black faux leather. Featuring a 360-degree swivel seat with a height-adjustable gas lift mechanism, a sturdy stainless steel base with a chrome footrest, and a tall backrest for great back support and gives lots of comfort, even over an extended sitting time.

Antico Tall Bistro Bar Stool Brown

A classic-designed static seat bar stool with excellent quality materials. The gorgeous, non-padded brown faux leather seat with a backrest has intricate stitching. It includes metal legs with fixed height and an inbuilt footrest. This is the best bar stool to style up your kitchen counter, café, informal commercial space, or bar with extreme comfort.

Carcaso Bar Stool Charcoal Grey

This is one of the most eye-catching bar stools we offer. The unique seat design with a padded charcoal grey faux leather seat enhances every interior with a luxurious touch. The ergonomic backrest has a hooded design on both the seat and back, ensuring extreme comfort and functionality alongside a height-adjustable swivel seat and chrome footrest.

Zenith Bar Stool Charcoal Grey

A brilliantly designed bar stool with a trendy and stylish look. Featuring a timeless design with a padded faux leather seat top and backrest in charcoal grey, blending perfectly into any interior with a chrome ribbon armrest supporting the backrest. The swivel seat and height-adjustable gas lift mechanism are very easy to operate and handle, and the chrome round base has a footrest to relax comfortably.

Velluto Velvet Pastel Blue Kitchen Bar Stool

This elegant and luxurious Velluto Velvet Pastel Blue Kitchen Bar Stool is an asset to any modern home. The pleasant pastel blue shade velvet cushioned seat is enhanced with a comfortable backrest and armrest. This gives the ultimate seating experience in your café, kitchen, or commercial space. The fixed-height element provides stability and has metal legs with an in-built footrest.