What height is a bar stool?

A bar stool typically has a seat height of around 73 to 81cm, designed for tall surfaces such as a raised breakfast bar or home bar of about 100 to 110cm. This keeps a comfortable 25 to 30cm gap between the seat and the underside of the surface. For a standard 90cm kitchen counter, a lower counter stool is usually the better fit.

What is the difference between a bar stool and a breakfast bar stool?

They often mean the same thing, but "breakfast bar" can be misleading, because some breakfast bars are built at standard counter height rather than bar height. A true bar stool suits a tall surface of around 100 to 110cm. The safest approach is to measure your breakfast bar and match the seat height to it, rather than relying on the name.

Are swivel bar stools a good idea?

Yes, for most kitchens. A swivel bar stool lets you turn to sit, stand or chat without dragging the stool, which suits kitchen islands and breakfast bars where people move around and socialise. Many swivel stools also adjust in height, combining rotation with flexibility. The main trade-off is that swivel mechanisms add a little to the cost.

Should I choose bar stools with or without a back?

It depends on how long you sit. Bar stools with backs give more support for longer sitting, while backless stools are sleeker, more space-saving and tuck fully under the bar. If your bar is used for quick breakfasts and drinks, backless works well; if people linger for meals or conversation, a back adds welcome comfort.

Variety of elegant bar stools in modern kitchen setting

Bar Stools — Kitchen & Breakfast Bar Stools

High-quality pumpkin-colored Irma Bar Stool for kitchen island or breakfast bar

A bar stool is made for a higher bar or counter, around 105cm. If your counter is standard worktop height, around 90cm, you need a counter stool instead.

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Bar stool height

Aim for about 25–30cm between the seat and the underside of the bar. For a bar around 105cm high, that means a seat around 75cm.

Backs and footrests

A stool with a back is far more comfortable for more than a quick coffee, and a footrest takes the weight off your legs. Both matter more on a tall bar stool than on a lower counter stool.

Breakfast bar stools for the kitchen

In a kitchen, choose a seat that wipes clean, like faux leather, or a hard-wearing fabric. Velvet looks luxurious and suits a home bar or a less busy kitchen.

Delivery and assembly

Furniture is delivered in 2 to 3 weeks unless the product page says otherwise. Our own team delivers across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland and carries each piece into the room you choose. Assembly is optional and can be added when you order, at the cost shown on each product.

Bar stool FAQs

What is the difference between a bar stool and a counter stool?

Height. Bar stools suit a bar of about 105cm; counter stools suit a standard 90cm worktop.

How many bar stools fit at a breakfast bar?

Allow about 60cm of bar per stool.

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Bar Stools — Kitchen & Breakfast Bar Stools

Irma Bar Stool Pumpkin

Elis Bar Stool Grey

Mal Barstool OakGrey

Irma Bar Stool Black

Irma Bar Stool Taupe

Valent Bar Stool Leather Taupe Cream

Valent Bar Stool Leather Grey

Valent Bar Stool Light Grey

Valent Bar Stool Dark Grey

Irma Bar Stool White

Irma Bar Stool Grey

Elis Bar Stool White

Elis Bar Stool Taupe

Elis Bar Stool Pumpkin

Elis Bar Stool Olive

Duke Bar Stool Leather Ink Blue

Duke Bar Stool Velvet Light Grey

Duke Bar Stool Velvet Blue

Duke Bar Stool Leather Tan Brown

Knocker Back Breakfast Bar Stool

Cindy Barstool

Bourton Bar Stool

Irma Bar Stool Olive