Today’s casual lifestyle has created demand for alternatives to the traditional dining room and the traditional dining table. The kitchen counter has become a gathering place, homework space, and of course, a spot to grab a quick bite, or even to serve a three course meal to guests.

Use the following measurements to ensure the comfort of those seated around the counter.

• 10″ to 12″: The typical distance from the seat to the top of the counter or table. This allows most people enough room to get in and out of the seat comfortably.
• 18″ to 20″: Typical table stool seat height to work with a typical 30-inch dining table.
• 24″ to 26″: Typical counter stool seat height to work with typical 36-inch counter height.
• 30″ to 32″: Typical bar stool seat height to work with the typical bar height of 42 inches.
• 34″ to 36″: Typical spectator stool seat height to fit an extra tall bar height of 46 inches.