The biggest concern when purchasing a swivel stool is the height. You want to ensure that get one high enough to accommodate the height of the bar or counter under which you plan to use it. Ideally, you’ll want to purchase a stool that runs between ten and thirteen inches shorter than the counter, ledge or bar you’re pairing it with. If you buy the stool too tall, you will have a difficult time using it. Your bar will end up being nothing more than a spot under which to store the stool. Why? Because when someone sits on the stool, their legs will brush the bar. So they will have to scoot back to sit comfortably, which means they are no longer close enough to utilize the countertop.
Adjustable swivel stools are good because you can vary their height as needed. So if you purchase a swivel stool for a house with a 42 inch bar, but then later move to a house with a 36 inch bar you don’t have to get rid of the stools and purchase a new one. You can simply fiddle with the stool and raise or lower it as needed. If you have a bar that’s particularly high, you may need to special order stools, which will increase your costs. If you’re looking at installing a bar, ensure that it’s hung at a standard height to avoid amplified expenditures.
Swivel stools can be purchased in a variety of materials. Wicker, wood, metal, rattan, and even leather can be used to construct a stool. You can get stools that have backrests to them or backless stools. If you want people to sit on the stool for extended periods, then it’s worth the extra money to find stools with backrests on them to support the person’s lower back. Wood stools can be found in a variety of finishes to match any existing décor. If the bar you’re using the stools with is more elegant and luxurious, then you may want to go with a cherry or mahogany finish. If your décor is a bit more contemporary and urban, then you may want a chrome stool to complete that look. A more rustic or cottage feel can be pulled off with wicker or rattan stools. You can also show some personality in the covering for the stool’s seat. Some stools are not padded, but you can opt for a padded stool and select a stool with a bit of a capricious pattern covering the padding.
