Confused about whether you need counter stools or bar stools for your kitchen island seating? The answer is simple: measure your counter height. For most standard kitchen islands and countertops, you'll need counter stools with a seat height of 24-26 inches (with 26" being the most common and comfortable). All Bali Brand counter stools feature a perfect 26" seat height, specifically designed for typical home kitchen counters and islands. This provides the ideal 10-12 inch space between the seat and counter surface for comfortable legroom and proper ergonomics for everyday dining and seating.
In homes, the counter is typically level with the stove, making this standard counter height practical for everyday living, meal prep, and casual dining experiences. The right height counter stool ensures family comfort during breakfast, after-school snacks, and dinner conversations around your kitchen island.
Bar stools, with their taller seat heights of 28-30 inches, are designed for bar-height surfaces (40-42 inches tall), which are more commonly found in restaurants, hotels, and commercial bars rather than residential kitchens. Choosing incorrect height stools can cause discomfort, poor posture, and an awkward dining experience in your home kitchen space.
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