Bar stools come in four standard seat height dimensions.
Typical counter stool height.
Average counter height stools range between 23 29 inches to fit under kitchen counters ranging 34 39 inches height.
Short counter height bar height and extra tall.
Countertops range from 36 to 39 inches so you ll need a counter stool that ranges from 24 to 26 inches high.
Stools with a seat height of 28 to 33 inches work best with bar height counters.
Counter height bars stools are used with 35 to 37 inch high counter tops.
Counter height bar stools usually measure 23 to 28 inches from the floor to the seat.
Like the counter itself stools are measured from the floor to the top of the seat.
Tabletop surfaces are typically 28 to 30 inches tall so look for a table stool with a seat height around 18 inches from the floor.
Stools of this height allow you to comfortably use the bar or table surface for eating and drinking while providing plenty of room underneath for your knees and legs.
As a good rule of thumb 10 to 12 inches should be the allotted amount of space between the stool seat and the underside of your counter or table.
To determine which you need simply measure the height of your tabletop or kitchen counter and reference the image above.
Comfort and space are also key elements when it comes to choosing the right stool height for your bar or counter.
Each stool height is meant to be paired with a different table height.
Standard counter stool height.