Collection: Furniture Classics Dining Room Bar & Counter Stools

Measure from the floor to the underside of the surface where you will sit. A counter stool and a bar stool are designed for different surface heights; the important comparison is between the seat and the space available for your legs. The Country Woven Kubu counter stool has a 24-inch seat height, a useful reference when comparing it with stools you already find comfortable.

Do you need a bar stool or a counter stool?

Next, measure the counter overhang and look for brackets or supports where knees would go. Along a breakfast bar, allow room for people to sit side by side without touching elbows. A stool that tucks away can help keep a walkway clear, but check its full depth first. When pairing stools with a kitchen island, confirm that the island is designed to accommodate seating.