how to choose the height and measurements for a stool?

When choosing a stool, height and measurements are key factors that should be considered to ensure that the furniture is comfortable and functional. Below, we will detail the steps to follow to choose the right height and measurements of a stool. Read on!

how high should the stool be?

Before choosing the height and measurements of the stool, you must determine in what area of the home or office it will be used and for what specific purpose. For example, if the stool will be used at a kitchen bar, at a counter or at a high table, the height should be different in each case.

• Height of a bar stool for a bar counter: Bars measure around 115-120 cm, so stools measuring between 80 and 85 cm are the stools with a high height that should go in this type of space, so as to encourage informal conversation and be comfortable.

• Height of a stool for a kitchen countertopkitchen base units usually have an average height of 90 cm. Ideally, when standing in front of the countertop and placing your elbows close to your body and perpendicular to the countertop. The elbow should be about 15 cm away. Bearing in mind that the standard is 90 cm, the stools should be between 60 and 65 cm.

• Height of a stool for a kitchen island: The trend in kitchens today is to open kitchens to the living room and dining room. Open and functional spaces, where the family can get together and communication and movement are fluid, are the order of the day. For this reason, breakfast areas have become common as part of the link between the kitchen and the living areas. If the area with the stools is on the island, it is common for the island to have two heights: that of the countertop and that of the bar area. The latter will be about 100 - 105 cm from the floor. In these cases the most comfortable are high stools of between 70 and 75 cm, so that to lean is comfortable and can be half sitting and half standing.

• Height of a stool for a kitchen table: These tables usually have a height between 70 and 75 cm, so it is recommended that the height of a low stool, the seat is between 43 and 45 cm from the floor to be comfortable.

Another factor to consider in a stool is the diameter. The seat should be large enough so that the person who is going to use it can sit comfortably and rest their feet on the floor, but not so large that it takes up too much space.

Also, if more than one stool is to be used in the same area, it is important to leave enough space between them so that users can sit comfortably and move around easily. A distance of about 60 centimeters between stools is recommended.

Also, there are stools that may or may not have a back, depending on their use and location. If they are to be used at a bar or counter, a backless stool may be more comfortable and allow the person to sit with greater freedom of movement. However, if they are to be used at a dining table, it may be more comfortable to have a backrest that provides greater support and comfort during long meals.

what should I consider when choosing a stool?

Another point to consider, in addition to the stool's measurements, is that it is important to choose a stool that is not only functional and comfortable, but also aesthetically pleasing and fits in with the style of the home or office décor. The stools can be of different styles, such as modern, classic, rustic or industrial, and can be made of different materials, such as natural wood, metal and polyurethane, as you can find on our website and in our physical stores located in Palma and Calvia where we have prestigious furniture firms.