Extra Tall Bar Stools are Increasing in Popularity

When you are choosing a bar stool it has been said that the most important factor to take into consideration is height. There are people who might consider this as the most important factor.

If you think about it, height is definitely the most important consideration because without the right height no one will be able to get comfortable on your bar stool.

In recent years more and more new home builders are opting for higher counter tops because of the sense of extra space. With these counter tops becoming more popular we see an increasing need for extra tall bar stools.

When choosing an bar stool you will need to consider an often overlooked factor and that is center of gravity. With people who have young children extra tall bar stools pose a problem because they will topple over easier than their shorter counterparts.

When shopping for a stool you will use the distance from the ground to the top of the actual seat as your measurement rather than to the top of the seats back. This measurement is used for a good reason. The human population is made up many body types.

 A bar stool is designed to leave between 8 to 12 inches from the seat to the underside of the counter.

This is the height that has been agreed upon which allows for as many body types as possible to sit comfortably. You can see then that height is important because if you get it wrong your guests or customers will be very uncomfortable.

What other factors should you consider? 

A good place to start shopping is in your home. There are more variety and styles online than will find in the brick and mortar shops.

Consider the uses you are going to put your bar stools to. Indoors or out, heavy or light traffic are things you should be thinking about. Get something specifically made for outdoor environments if that's where you're going to situate them.

High traffic areas will require scotch guarded fabric or wooden seats to keep your furniture looking good despite frequent use. Metal bar stools are increasingly popular and come in all metal or a hybrid of wood and metal which can produce a striking effect. They can also be perfect for indoors and out and can be moved around accordingly, providing they are not too heavy.

You're probably starting to think that choosing a bar stool is a complicated process. Take your time; work out what height you need first, then choose the style and you'll be sure to get something just right.

Comfortable furniture is a big part of enjoying life. If you would like more ideas on choosing what's best for you and your home - check out the author's website at...Paul's Home Improvement Blog