With plenty of options available in our inventory, we want to help you discover the perfect bar stool chairs for your space. Narrow down your search for the best bar stool features and designs by addressing a few key considerations:

Consider the Height of Your Table and Bar

When searching for new bar stools or counter stools, understanding the difference heights is important. Otherwise, you may pick stools that are too short or tall for you and your guests to sit comfortably. Here are the basic height differences between bar stools and counter stools:

Bar Stool Height

Bars, tables and countertops ranging from 38 to 43 inches tall are considered bar height. The accompanying bar stool chairs should account for around a 10-inch difference between the top of the counter and the top of the stool, which should measure between 28 to 33 inches. Bar stools give a space a more casual and relaxed feel because they close the height gaps between guests who are standing and those who are sitting.

Counter Stool Height

Average-sized counter-height tables are usually 34 to 37 inches tall. For comfortable seating, spaces like these should be paired with counter stools that measure roughly 10 inches less than the top of the counter or table. Look for counter-height stools ranging from 24 to 27 inches to provide enough space for guests to sit at the appropriate height to drink and eat comfortably while still having plenty of leg room.

Decide How Many Bar Stool Chairs You Need

The smaller the bar stool seat size, the more stools you'll be able to fit in your space. However, larger bar stool chairs may be a more comfortable seating option for your family or restaurant customers. Whatever option you choose, keep in mind that you'll need to leave at least six inches of space between smaller bar stools and eight to 10 inches between larger bar stools to make it easier for everyone to get in and out.

Determine the Bar Stool Seating Style You Want

No matter the size or layout of your dining or bar area, choosing a bar stool seating style that reflects your atmosphere while ensuring a relaxing place for guests to sit is important. Our bar stool chairs come in several standard variations to perfectly integrate into your space:

• Backless: Easy to tuck away under your bar or counter, backless bar stools are a versatile choice when space is tight.
• Low back: With sleek construction suitable for modern environments, low back bar stool chairs lend mid-height support.  
• Full back: The most comfortable seating option, full back bar stool chairs offer increased back support and mimic traditional dining chairs.

Choose the Look and Features You Love

Your space and needs are completely unique, which is why we carry a large variety of bar stool options to choose from. Find a huge inventory of bar stool styles, shapes, colors, heights and designs to furnish your space. Complement the look of your home pub and bistro tables with modern bar stools, or pair your restaurant pub tables with metal bar stools or swivel bar stools for convenient, easy-to-clean seating.

Learn even more with our Barstool Buying Guide, and shop our full array of bar stools online at BizChair today. Many of our products are already in stock and ready to ship within a business day of your order placement, helping you get your delivery faster.