Walk into any furniture store—indoors or outdoors—and suddenly you need to make a bunch of decisions. Things you didn’t necessarily think to consider: whether you like a softer or firmer cushion, what size table you need to accommodate your family and fit into a certain space, what height stools you need for your counter or bar. The latter conundrum—bar-height versus counter-height chairs and stools—tends to cause plenty of confusion among even the most experienced home shoppers. Fortunately, we at Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ can help demystify bar versus counter stools and make the process of choosing the right height for your patio or outdoor living space as simple and painless as possible.Yes, three: bar height tables, counter height tables, and standard dining height tables. You’re probably most familiar with standard dining height tables (i.e. your average dining table). They’re most popular and widely available—from patio tables to a casual breakfast table or a formal dining table set.
They’re easy for anyone to pull up a chair, your feet touch the floor, and they’re handicap-accessible. Designed as a gathering spot in the kitchen, for food preparation, or as a place for guests to converse, the more casual, counter height tables work well in small areas because their greater height makes the space seem more roomy. When you imagine a pub with its tall tables and stools set right off the bar, you’re thinking of a bar height table. They feature small tabletops and they’re a bit taller than a counter height table. How tall is a bar-height table? A bar-height table generally measures in the 40- to 42-inch height range. How does that differ from a counter-height table? A counter-height table runs about 34 to 36 inches tall. What about a standard height table? Standard height tables range from 28 to 30 inches tall. OK, so they’re all different heights. How do I choose chairs or stools for the counter and bar-height tables?
For a bar-height table, such as those in our Monterey Bay and Surf City collections, choose 28- to 33-inch-tall bar stools or chairs. For a counter-height table, you’ll want 24- to 27-inch-tall stools or chairs. In contrast, a standard dining table chair measures anywhere from 16 to 19 inches from the floor to the top of the seat. What counter-height bar chairs does Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ sell? We offer counter-height chairs in our Monterey Bay and Surf City collections. The Monterey Bay Counter chairs come in a Side Chair and an Arm Chair variation and both feature comfortable, contoured seating with a wide footrest. They’re 41.13 inches tall. The Surf City Counter Chairs, with their contemporary style, feature a sturdy aluminum frame with clean lines and a wide plank back and seat. They measure 40.087 inches in height. Tell me about the different bar-height chairs Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ offers. Both the Monterey Bay and Surf City collections also offer bar-height side and arm chairs.
The Monterey Bay chairs are 47.13 inches tall, while the Surf City bar chairs measure 45.829 inches tall. How much space should I leave between the height of the seat and the bottom of the table? In general, you’ll want to leave about 9 to 13 inches from the seat of the stool or chair to the underside of the table. That ensures maximum comfort when you pull up to the table, even allowing you or your guests to cross your legs and slide in and out of the chair comfortably. I’m worried about ordering stools that are either too tall or too short. How can I ensure the stools I choose are a good fit for an existing table?If you’re not sure, get out a measuring tape and use the above guidelines. Any other considerations I should keep in mind before purchasing bar stools? Download and print our ‘Quick Guide Before You Shop’Featured Categories Patio Furniture Spring Cleaning Grilling & Outdoor Cooking Outdoor Play Outdoor Power Equipment Sheds & Outdoor Storage Spas & Saunas Lawn & Garden Outdoor Décor & Accents Outdoor Shades & Structures Fire Pits & Heaters
Patio Sets See all Grilling & Outdoor Cooking See all Sheds & Outdoor Storage See all More Categories in Outdoor & Patio Patio Furniture Spring Cleaning Grilling & Outdoor Cooking Outdoor Play Outdoor Power Equipment Sheds & Outdoor Storage Spas & Saunas Lawn & Garden Outdoor Décor & Accents Outdoor Shades & Structures Fire Pits & HeatersYour online account has been created. Whether you're planning to enhance the look of your backyard or the outdoor dining area for a restaurant, outdoor bar chairs make a great addition to any setting. Made from materials that are as diverse as the styles themselves, bar chairs offer a versatile, lengthy seat that can be paired with stand-alone bar tables or with your built-in bar! Regardless of where the newest addition to your outdoor setting will be placed, bar chairs will give the place around it a fresh, new look! Choose from our great selection of bar chairs to add to your current bar setting or create an entirely new look for your home or restaurant!
Our bar chairs are divided into two groups � counter and bar height chairs. Select from our bar height chairs if you are planning to match it with a stand-alone bar table. For those who have built-in bars, counter height chairs may be the one for you because of its shorter height. Wicker bar chairs are great for matching the rest of your outdoor furniture. Espresso finishes have become the new trendy black and make a great choice for outdoor settings that want a warming, comfortable feel. With our great selection of wicker bar chairs, you can choose from counter or bar height, as well as swivel or standard chairs. Swivel styled bar chairs allows you and your guests to easily maneuver in and out of the chair, while giving the chair an added style! Cast aluminum bar sets are great for outdoor settings that see a lot of traffic. Its sturdy construction makes it renowned for its durability throughout the years and its ability to endure the harsh conditions of being outdoors. From styles that ranged from ultra-modern to refined classics, cast aluminum bar chairs are here to give your outdoor setting that extra "umph"!