Bar stools turn the kitchen island or breakfast bar into a place for quick breakfasts, homework, coffee and catch-ups while dinner is being made. Before choosing by colour or style, get the seat height right. A stool can look perfect and still be uncomfortable if there is not enough room for your legs.
Counter stool or bar stool?
Measure from the floor to the underside of your benchtop, not just to the top surface. Then compare that measurement with the stool's seat height, allowing enough clearance between the seat and underside of the counter to sit comfortably. This is particularly important if your benchtop has a deep edge or support underneath.
OZ Design bar stools generally have a seat height of around 65cm, making them well suited to many standard kitchen counters and islands. As benchtop heights can vary, always measure your space and check the individual stool dimensions before making your choice.
All OZ Design stools are designed to comfortably support up to 100kg, giving you added confidence when choosing everyday seating for your kitchen or dining space. Always refer to the individual product specifications for dimensions and other product details before purchasing.
Think about how long people will sit there
Backless stools tuck away neatly and can work well where floor space is tight. If the island is used for longer meals, working or homework, a supportive back and upholstered seat may be more comfortable. Footrests can also make a noticeable difference when people sit for longer.
For open-plan spaces, look at the stools together with your dining table and other dining furniture. The finishes do not have to match exactly. Repeating a timber tone, upholstery colour or shape is often enough to connect the two zones.
Choose materials for the way you live
Timber and rattan can bring warmth and texture to a kitchen, while upholstered seats add softness. In a busy family kitchen, think about how easily the seat can be wiped or cared for before choosing a pale fabric purely for looks.
From school-morning breakfasts to friends gathering around the island, stools are part of some of the most-used moments at home. Browse OZ Design's kitchen and bar stools online or visit a showroom to compare seat height, comfort and finishes in person.
Bar stools turn the kitchen island or breakfast bar into a place for quick breakfasts, homework, coffee and catch-ups while dinner is being made. Before choosing by colour or style, get the seat height right. A stool can look perfect and still be uncomfortable if there is not enough room for your legs.
Counter stool or bar stool?
Measure from the floor to the underside of your benchtop, not just to the top surface. Then compare that measurement with the stool's seat height, allowing enough clearance between the seat and underside of the counter to sit comfortably. This is particularly important if your benchtop has a deep edge or support underneath.
OZ Design bar stools generally have a seat height of around 65cm, making them well suited to many standard kitchen counters and islands. As benchtop heights can vary, always measure your space and check the individual stool dimensions before making your choice.
All OZ Design stools are designed to comfortably support up to 100kg, giving you added confidence when choosing everyday seating for your kitchen or dining space. Always refer to the individual product specifications for dimensions and other product details before purchasing.
Think about how long people will sit there
Backless stools tuck away neatly and can work well where floor space is tight. If the island is used for longer meals, working or homework, a supportive back and upholstered seat may be more comfortable. Footrests can also make a noticeable difference when people sit for longer.
For open-plan spaces, look at the stools together with your dining table and other dining furniture. The finishes do not have to match exactly. Repeating a timber tone, upholstery colour or shape is often enough to connect the two zones.
Choose materials for the way you live
Timber and rattan can bring warmth and texture to a kitchen, while upholstered seats add softness. In a busy family kitchen, think about how easily the seat can be wiped or cared for before choosing a pale fabric purely for looks.
From school-morning breakfasts to friends gathering around the island, stools are part of some of the most-used moments at home. Browse OZ Design's kitchen and bar stools online or visit a showroom to compare seat height, comfort and finishes in person.