Guide to Buying the Right Bar Stools

Ian Mutuli
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Ian Mutuli

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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Bar stools will accentuate your living space to enhance its aesthetic appearance. But when you go out shopping, the biggest challenge you’ll likely face is choosing the ideal type from the wide range of options available in the market. Dealing with a reputable seller with a variety of services including roll-up garage door installation is a huge first step. However, there’s more to it than that.

Read on to find the top five factors to consider when purchasing bar stools.

1. Desired Height

Before you set out to make your purchase, knowing the exact distance between the floor and the counter would help. This ensures you have enough space for your stools. Most of the bar stools have features that allow for easy adjustment to fit the available space, but this doesn’t mean that knowing the exact height of your stool is not an essential aspect of your buying decision.

2. Number of Stools

How many stools will you need? It would be startling to set out to make your purchase when you don’t know the exact number of stools you need. Obviously, you will need the correct number of bar stools that will suit the length of your counter. To guarantee aesthetic appearance, you will want every stool to cover a two and half feet space that allows for sufficient leg room space between your stools.

3. Consider Style and Comfort

Everyone has their own decorating taste and while it may vary from one individual to another, many will agree that style is one of the first features your guests will pay attention to. It is all the more imperative to choose a design that befits your style without compromising comfort. Naturally, you will want your bar stools to match the floor boards or your kitchen counters. Having bar seating that blends well with the features of your home makes it cozier by maintaining a great consistency in your design.

4. Think About the Convenient Features

Simple features have a huge impact on your guest’s comfort. Not to mention their key role in giving a huge first impression. In contemporary living, adjustable seats are no longer limited to the barber shops. Incorporating the adjustable bar seats in your place ensures that all the guests are well accommodated irrespective of their heights. How would you like the footrests? Will your visitors need an armrest? These and other questions should guide you when looking at the extra accessories that come with bar stools.

5. Consider Versatility

What purpose is your stool meant to serve and how versatile do you want it to be? Whether you will be using it as a counter or bar stool or to serve both purposes, it’s essential to find the perfect type that suits your needs.

An ideal bar stool should blend in well with your living space without compromising comfort. Of course, several factors will impact on your choice, but the highlighted tips should help you make an informed decision regarding your buying needs. Never forget that you can find quality furniture and queen beds online Australia at affordable prices from reputable websites.

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Ian Mutuli

About the author

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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