Buying guide

Counter or bar height: choosing stools and dining tables

Leave about 10-12" (25-30 cm) between seat and surface: an 18" (45 cm) chair at a dining table, a 26" (66 cm) counter stool at a kitchen counter, a 30" (76 cm) bar stool at a bar-height table.

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Leave about 10-12" (25-30 cm) between the seat and the surface. That means a dining chair with an 18" (45 cm) seat at a standard table, a counter stool with a 26" (66 cm) seat at a kitchen counter, and a bar stool with a 30" (76 cm) seat at a bar-height table.

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Surface Typical surface height Seat height to choose
Dining table 29.5-30" (75-76 cm) Dining chair, about 18" (45 cm)
Kitchen counter or island About 36" (91 cm) Counter stool, about 26" (66 cm)
Bar-height table or bar About 41-42" (105-107 cm) Bar stool, about 30" (76 cm)

Most of our dining tables are 29.5" (75 cm) high, and our bar tables are most often 41" (105 cm). Many of our stools come in both counter and bar heights, and the seat height is listed in the specifications.

01

How many stools fit at my counter?

Allow about 24" (60 cm) of counter length per stool, or 26-28" (66-71 cm) for wider or swivel stools. A 6 ft (1.8 m) island seats three comfortably.

02

How big a dining table do I need?

Allow about 24" (60 cm) of table edge per person, and at least 36" (90 cm) between the table and the wall so chairs can pull out. A 60" (150 cm) rectangular table seats six.

03

Can I get a table in a custom size or color?

Possibly. We handle customisation case by case, such as table size, finish or upholstery color, depending on what you need. Email hello@clearhalo.com with the product link and your requirements, and we'll tell you what's possible before you order.

04

What features should I look for in a stool?

A footrest makes taller stools more comfortable and is the most common feature in our range. Swivel seats make getting in and out easier at a busy island. Backless stools tuck fully under the counter to save space.

05

Can I buy chairs and stools in sets?

Yes. Many of our dining chairs and stools can be bought singly or in sets of 2, 4 or more, chosen in the product options.

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