Standard standards for chair height, selection of optimal parameters

Half-bar stools in the kitchen

Half-bar stools fit perfectly into a modern interior

A half-bar stool is a derivative piece of furniture from a bar stool; its height usually varies from 60 to 70 cm . Such chairs appeared a little later than bar chairs. And they began to produce them when comfort and aesthetics came to the fore. They fit perfectly into a studio project or a room where the layout is combined with a living room.

Briefly about the advantages of half-bar stools:

• these are quite extraordinary kitchen attributes that will surprise guests;
• they are easy to use;
• give the interior a stylish finish;

But even such unusual items have their drawback: half-bar stools are not suitable for a kitchen with a table of normal height, but are perfect for sliding transformable tables.

Having dinner or cooking while sitting on such chairs near a low tabletop will be, to say the least, uncomfortable.

No. 4. Bar stool material

What are bar stools made from? Each material is interesting in its own way.

• Wooden chairs They are distinguished by strength and durability, boast a decent appearance, and fit into many interiors (primarily classic, Provence, Scandinavian style, country). The wood can have a natural shade, or be painted white or black. Dense varieties perform best: oak, ash, beech. But this is an expensive pleasure. A pine chair will cost less, but from time to time you will have to tighten the screws. Sometimes wood is combined with metal. The latter is used to make the base. More budget products are coming out. Wooden chairs rarely have a height adjuster, so the size must be determined very precisely;

• Metal chairs Made from chrome or brushed steel, forgings boast high strength, reliability and durability. Chromed products will fit into modern interiors, forged ones - into more conservative ones. The only downside is the heavy weight.

• Bar stools made of plastic and acrylic - the most budget option, although some products can look very cool. Designers love to create unusual chairs from this plastic material. For small apartments, we recommend models made of transparent or translucent plastic. It looks weightless. If the design is correct, then such a product will serve for a long time, especially if plastic is combined with metal. In any case, the use of plastic and acrylic chairs is not recommended if there are people in the family weighing more than 90 kg. Recently, instead of plastics, they began to use more durable polycarbonate, but it costs a little more. Plastic chairs are easy to clean, but they will develop scratches over time.

• Chairs made from natural and artificial rattan and wicker are distinguished by their low weight, aesthetics and durability. Wicker material is combined with metal or wood. This is an excellent option for interiors in eco and Provence style - it looks cozy and homely.

The seat can be hard, “naked”, without upholstery or filling. Wooden, plastic and wicker seats are a common option for stool-type bar stools. These chairs are cheaper and are suitable for short periods of sitting. As a last resort, they can be equipped with a soft pillow of a suitable size and sit a little longer.

with soft upholstery and filling will be much more comfortable . The latter is usually used polyurethane foam or a special gel that can take the shape of the body and then return to its original state. As for the upholstery, there are few options:

• genuine leather upholstery – it’s expensive and beautiful. In terms of care, an excellent option;

• eco-leather is inferior to its natural counterpart in terms of durability, but it looks natural and is inexpensive;
• textile - a more common option. Chairs with fabric upholstery look cozy, and thanks to the color and pattern, you can create a model that suits any interior. The downside is that the fabric absorbs odors and gets dirty quickly. It is better to choose fabric with special impregnations.

The color of the material and upholstery must be combined with other pieces of furniture and interior design. The chairs should match the countertop, and the upholstery, if present, can match other textiles in the kitchen.

How to choose and what to pay attention to

There are general rules for choosing half-bar stools. If you follow them, the purchase will not disappoint.

Height

Before purchasing a half-bar stool, you need to decide on its parameters. The most optimal height of a half-bar stool is that it should be slightly higher than the middle of the bar counter. This size will be the most comfortable. If the table is selected after purchasing the chairs, then the rule is the same - you should buy a tabletop with high legs or think about installing a bar counter in the apartment.

As for the width of these products, on average it is 40–50 cm. If it is planned that there will be many seats at the table, then you should choose a smaller chair width. If there are not many guests in the apartment, then you can buy a wide half-bar stool.

Materials

When choosing bar stools you need to pay attention to several factors

The material from which the chair is made plays a vital role. Most often, these pieces of furniture are made from the following raw materials:

Metal and steel

• The advantages of such chairs are strength, reliability and durability;
• they are able to withstand impressive weight;
• they are not afraid of exposure to high humidity, sunlight, temperature, and various liquids;
• In addition, metal half-bar stools are very easy to clean and do not require special care.

And to damage such a product, you need to try pretty hard.

The only negative is that at low temperatures, using a steel chair will cause some discomfort. A soft seat will solve the problem.

Tree

Wooden half-bar stools look like a single structure, often with the addition of plastic and metal elements. Their advantages are environmental friendliness, the possibility of use in cold rooms, as well as an attractive design . You can even paint them yourself. Read how to choose a folding glass chair here.

Plastic

• the most common material for half-bar stools, it is also the most economical and practical;
• There is no need to have any illusions about durability and strength;
• It’s difficult to call such chairs reliable;
• but if we consider their light weight and resistance to temperature changes, they have no equal;
• They are easy to move, take out of the room and stack.

Glass

Glass chairs? Unusual, but rarely used

• the chair usually comes with a metal frame;
• stylish and unusual option for the kitchen;
• it is fragile and requires careful handling, even though the glass is shockproof;
• Few people will decide on glass half-bar stools. Such interior solutions are suitable for a small room when it is necessary to visually expand the space.

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Stability and ergonomics

It is important to pay attention to the stability of the stool. It should not wobble, all legs should touch the floor, unless otherwise provided by the design. And what attribute it will be - a traditional chair with four legs, a seat on a long adjustable support, or a chair with criss-cross legs - is up to you. Even adjustable table legs can be customized.

The ergonomics of a half-bar stool is the foundation of a winning design. Before purchasing, you need to test the chair, evaluate the depth of its seat and the inclination of the backrest. The footrest should not be too high. Read how to choose chairs with a back for the kitchen on

All parameters of a half-bar stool should be organically combined with each other, forming a design that you won’t want to part with.

No. 3. Design features of bar stools

By and large, a bar stool is a very simple design. There are not so many constituent elements: a support, a footrest, a seat, and sometimes a back and armrests . Apparent simplicity often becomes the cause of mistakes when choosing. To buy the right bar stool for the kitchen, you will have to spend a couple of minutes and understand the possible design nuances.

Support

• The best option is four legged chair. It will be as stable, reliable and comfortable as possible. The remaining options lose to one degree or another.

• One leg chair considered a classic. In general, it all started with him in distant America. If you like this option, then choose a model with a very wide foot. The larger its diameter, the better. Only in this case can we talk about sustainability.

• Chairs on three legs They are rarely stable - it all depends on the location of the legs. It's better to test the chair in a store. If there is the slightest hesitation, do not take it.
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• Eat chairs on two legs. Two rigid supports extend from the seat, which bend and ultimately rest on a round base. It looks interesting, but in terms of stability it’s not very good.

• Custom design looks very interesting. Legs can be openwork, broken and more. In pursuit of an unusual appearance, do not forget that the chair must still be stable, and nothing should interfere with your legs when sitting.

The height adjuster , which we already mentioned, is often found in one-legged chairs. The sitter simply needs to press the lever and adjust the height. In some chairs with three and four legs, the adjustment mechanism is implemented due to the fact that the seat is twisted and gradually rises up. A little primitive. Like old Soviet cast iron chairs. It is better not to twist the seat all the way - you might fall.

seat

In the classic version, the seat has a round shape. Just a few decades ago there were no other proposals. Now there are square, oval and rectangular seats; they can be flat or concave. You need to focus on how harmoniously specific chairs fit into the interior, and also take into account convenience.

The seat can be stationary or rotating. There are more chairs with a stationary seat, they are stable and are just right for the home.

Step

To sit comfortably at a height of 70-80 cm, a footrest is a must. Don't take bar stools without it. Such examples, although rare, unfortunately do occur. The footrest must be strong and stable. For families with children, chairs with an adjustable footrest are suitable.

Back and armrests

The back can be of any shape, as can the seat. Comfortable height starts from 35 cm. Choose the shape depending on your own sense of beauty, combination with other pieces of furniture, but do not forget about convenience.

Armrests can be barely noticeable or full. The second option is more convenient, but it will also require more space.

Half-bar stool in the interior

Buying half-bar stools is not a problem. It is much more difficult to correctly select these kitchen furniture items to match the rest of the interior.

• wooden half-bar stools go perfectly with a classic kitchen (for example, Ingolf) or a country-style kitchen, a chalet made of dark or light wood;
• metal and steel chairs are the prerogative of kitchens in high-tech or modern style;
• plastic is usually used in country houses;
• A set of transparent chairs and a table will decorate a small dining room, adding light and visual volume.

Glass will suit almost any room design.

To harmoniously fit half-bar stools into the interior, you can change the upholstery or make leather or fabric covers in the desired color scheme.

Treating the fabric material with a special solution will make it impervious to liquids. The highlight of your kitchen can be beautiful cushions on the seats of chairs.

How to choose the optimal sizes

If you need chairs for a family, models are selected for average height, calculated taking into account all its members. However, for certain purposes it is better to make an individual selection. This will help you maintain correct posture, not get tired during sedentary work, and feel comfortable and safe in your chair. Individual selection of height is carried out according to the following formula: multiply the height of the person by the height of the table and divide by 165. Subtract 40–45 cm from the resulting number (the taller the person, the closer to 45). This will be the optimal chair height.

For example, if you are 174 cm tall and have a table height of 75 cm, the required chair height should be about 39 cm.

Equally important is the correct ratio of table and chair heights. Today, tables with a height of 72-78 cm are more often made. At the same time, a standard chair for it has a height of 40-45 cm. If the stool has higher legs, there should be support under the feet.

For the comfort of sitting, the depth of the chair is important - the distance from the outer edge to the intersection with the back. Typically this parameter is determined as follows: three-quarters of the thigh length + a few cm for the gap (between the seat in front and the back of the popliteal surface). The average seat depth of a chair is 360-450 mm, an armchair – up to 500 mm. Children's chairs have a depth of 200-240 mm (for preschool children) and 270-360 mm (for school-age children).

Backrest height is the distance from the seat to the point at the level of the lower edge of the shoulder blade. The lumbar support will be functional if placed at the level of the 5th vertebra of the lumbar region. As the backrest angle increases, its height becomes smaller.

Chairs are furniture on which a significant part of any person’s life passes. Its correct selection is very important. An uncomfortable foot not only brings discomfort, but also harms health, causing pain in the back, neck, and legs.

How to make chairs with your own hands if you have a bar counter at home

If you want a “homey” bar stool, just build it yourself from wood. The process is not difficult, especially for those who are at least superficially familiar with carpentry.

To make it you will need materials:

• Electric tools (drill, jigsaw, screwdriver).
• Sandpaper or sanding machine.
• Hammer, plane, tape measure, carpenter's corner.
• Stain, solvent, varnish and brushes.
• Beam 50*50 and solid wood 3 cm thick, 36 cm in diameter. It could be birch, beech or pine.

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Nuances of work

• first draw up a drawing of the future chair with exact dimensions;
• the seat can be made square from one wide board or joined together from 2–3 boards;
• the legs are made of timber. Using a plane you need to plan the entire product on an incline;
• In order for the chair to be stable, the thickness of the leg should be about 2.5*2.5 cm at the bottom, and as thick as possible at the top. The legs are strengthened with steel corners on screws;
• To support your legs, you can build four leggings. They are inserted into the sockets made and additionally secured with glue and twine;
• at the end of the work, all sharp corners are smoothed with sandpaper;
• the chair is varnished in several layers;
• During the coating process, the chair is sanded with sandpaper, and at the very end - with a felt napkin.

Bar stools with height adjustment

Furniture, the design of which allows you to adjust the parameters, is convenient:

• bar stools can be easily adapted to the height of the tabletop;
• it will sit comfortably for people of different heights;
• one set of chairs can be moved from the counter to the dining table as needed.

Models with a lift range of 28 cm are available (for example, you can increase the seat height from 51 to 79 cm).

Interesting seating ideas for a bar counter, table

Wooden chairs can be painted in bright colors to create an accent

• Bar stools can be made with a swivel seat, usually on a metal frame. This interesting feature will appeal to families with children. And it's also convenient.
• You can sew covers for bar stools with your own hands. Denim covers will become unusual and original.
• A chair with baseball bats instead of legs will look beautiful. You need to take care of its stability.
• Elements of rattan weaving will add coziness and warmth to the interior, suitable for a kitchen in a Provence-style house.

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Tips for choosing the right height

When choosing the height of bar stools, they are “based” primarily on the same parameter of the counter. A seat that is located at a distance of 25–35 cm from the bottom surface of its tabletop is considered comfortable. The standard height of the bar counter is also determined taking into account the anatomical characteristics of the person. For factory products used in retail outlets and public institutions, it is 1100 cm, 1200 cm, 1250 cm and 1300 cm.

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Smaller models are often chosen for homes. They are safer, especially if used by children, and create a greater sense of coziness and comfort. In addition, the contrast with the standard low ceilings of typical apartments in the overall interior looks unattractive.

Standard dimensions of a home bar counter: height - 105 cm, length - 120 cm, width - 55 cm. This product is convenient to use as an additional dining surface or cooking table. The minimum width of the tabletop is 30 cm (with a smaller size it is inconvenient to use).

If the counter is an integral part of a kitchen set, when calculating its height, take into account the height of the furniture facade, its base and the thickness of the countertop. Typically this size is 860 x 880 x 910 mm.

When choosing, first of all, they start from the size of the rack

For the home, you should prefer models of low height.
Depending on the height of the home bar counter, the recommended dimensions of a bar stool that will be comfortable for it are:

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When selecting bar stools, in addition to the general design and construction, the height of the product plays an important role. It affects not only the comfort, but also the safety of its use. The range of models offered by manufacturers is wide and allows you to find an option that satisfies any requirements.

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How to extend the life of high bar stools and stools

Bar stools, bar stools, Viennese stools and folding stools do not require special care. They must be treated the same as other pieces of furniture. Keep sharp objects away from the upholstery and avoid contact with boiling liquids. You need to wash the chairs with a damp cloth when they become dirty.

Half-bar and bar stools, home stools for the kitchen are a great opportunity to demonstrate to others your unique taste, as well as to effectively use the space of a small kitchen or dining area. You can read our tips for assembling Ikea kitchens at this link.

Standard bar stool sizes

Standard products include chairs in the following heights:

• 75 cm. This model is the most popular and ideally complements racks with a height of 105-115 cm.
• 85 cm. The product is optimally suited for counters with a height of 130 cm. Typically, these are the chairs that can be found in cafes, bars, and restaurants.
• 65 cm. Such a piece of furniture is considered a semi-bar and is used for the interiors of entertainment establishments.

To determine the standards, the average statistical height of an adult was taken into account and the sitting posture was assessed. The ratio of the height of the chair to the counter was also taken into account.

The best option is products with adjustable seat height.

When choosing a bar stool, you should remember that the standards do not apply to all parameters, but only to the height of the seat from the floor. In other words, you will have to select the backrest yourself, focusing on your own tastes and wishes.

The most convenient depth is considered to be 40 cm if the seat is square, and 32 cm if it is round.

When using a bar counter for the purpose of zoning a room, it is advisable to select higher chairs for it. And if you plan to slide them under the table, then you should focus on backless models.