The Best Kitchen Island Bar Stools

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The Best Kitchen Island Bar Stools

Kitchen Island Bar Stools

We get asked what the best kitchen island bar stools are all the time, so we felt it was time to create an extensive blog post on the topic.

Finding the right bar stools for your kitchen island or breakfast bar can be challenging, especially if you’re not quite sure what you want yet.

There are countless designs and colours to choose from, but there are also practical things like the bar stool’s height, size and functionality to keep in mind.

This post will help you find the best stools for your kitchen island, as well as show you some of our most popular models.

 

Choosing the perfect kitchen island stools

In order to choose the perfect stools for your kitchen island or breakfast bar, you need to first measure from the floor to the highest point of your counter. Subtract 10″ from that height to give you the perfect height for your bar chairs.

Next, you need to consider the size of the room, since large rooms with large kitchen islands or breakfast bars will require larger stools or a larger number of stools than small spaces. Always try to decide the number of stools and measure the space available to you before choosing your favourite model or colour.

Lastly, you need to get clear on the colour combination that would be best suited to your kitchen. Contrasting a light coloured kitchen with darker chairs (as seen in the image below), or a dark coloured kitchen with lighter chairs can vastly improve the look and feel of your kitchen.

 

Kitchen Island Stools

Our most popular bar stools for the kitchen

Although we have a vast range of breakfast bar stools, some are more popular than others. Below are some of our most popular stools for kitchen islands and breakfast bars.

 

Havana

Havana Bar Stools White

A sleek, chrome frame, adjustable height and a padded faux leather seat - what more could you want from your next set of kitchen counter stools? This is the perfect option for a busy family home. The faux leather upholstery is easy to clean whilst any member of the family can use the gas-lift mechanism to adjust their seating position for optimal comfort. 

Our Havana bar stool is available in grey, dark grey, grey fabric, black, vintage brown, taupe, coffee, red, red wine, green, and purple. 

Longdale

Longdale Vintage BROWN

A classy and sophisticated bar stool - we absolutely adore the contrast of velvet and contemporary steel structure of our Longdale bar stools. It is the perfect addition to any kitchen and we’re sure it will make breakfast time just that little bit more special. The Longdale is one of our most comfortable bar stools due to its padded seat and sturdy steel frame that gives it a luxury look and feel. 

This bar stool is available in green velvet, grey velvet, blue velvet, pink velvet, grey PU, dark grey PU and vintage brown PU, with options for different base units. 

 

Athena

Athena Bar Stool

A timeless classic, the Athena Stool is a great addition to any kitchen. Its comfortably padded seat is covered in PU faux leather and features a 360-degree swivel function. A frame of four sturdy fixed-height legs in wood supports the seat, finished with a rounded footrest. It also includes protective plugs to help minimize damage to your floors.

Our Athena bar stools are available in grey PU, grey fabric, vintage brown, black, and biscuit.

 

Cisco

 

A stylish and chic classic – our Cisco bar stools are perfect for those looking for something low-key and comfortable. With a comfortable backrest, adjustable height and simple yet elegant design, this kitchen counter stool is a great option for busy kitchens. The faux leather is easy to clean which adds to the luxurious look and feel of this stool.

Our Cisco stools are available with both a chrome and a black base.

 

Chase

Chase Bar Stool

Our Chase kitchen counter stools offer the comfort of a chair with the look and feel of a bar stool. With padded armrests and comfortable back support, this stool is perfect for those looking for optimal comfort. With a footrest and a gas lift that allows you to adjust the height, it can be adjusted to suit a wide range of different people. The fabric or velvet padding and chrome base make for a modern, stylish addition to your kitchen island.

This model is available in light grey, dark grey, white and black. It also comes in both fabric and velvet.

 

 

Cobain

Cobain Bar Stool

Our Cobain stools are the perfect modern contemporary stools for any kitchen island or breakfast bar. With a sleek design, these stools add a touch of class to any modern kitchen. With a comfortable, padded seat and a gas lift that allows the seat height to be adjusted, it offers great comfort and flexibility.

The Cobain kitchen stools are available in white, grey, brown and black.

 

 

Atlanta

Atlanta Bar Stool

Our Atlanta models add a luxurious look and feel to any kitchen, especially if you opt for the vintage brown or black variations. This comfortable stool has thick padding and comfortable back support that’s higher than most bar stools. The faux leather is easy to clean yet provides an elegant look.

Our Atlanta breakfast bar stools come in brown, white, black, light grey and dark grey, ensuring there are plenty of colour variations to choose from.

 

Pallas

Pallas Bar Stool

Our Pallas bar stools combine a modern, minimalist look and feel with comfortable seating to create the perfect bar stool for modern contemporary kitchens. With a sturdy footrest and gas lift that allows you to adjust the height, this bar stool comes with all of the most important functions while maintaining a simple and sleek design.

The Pallas counter stools come in grey, with a chrome base and faux leather padding.

 

Tempo

Tempo Bar Stool

Last but not least is our Tempo kitchen bar stool, which may just be one of the most minimalist bar stools we have. If you’re looking for a kitchen island stool that is suitable for smaller rooms then this is the perfect model for you. The small size and minimalist design makes it possible to squeeze an extra few stools in a small space, without it looking overly crowded.

The Tempo kitchen stools are adjustable in height and come in both black and grey colour variations.

 

Spruce up your kitchen island or breakfast bar!

Sprucing up your breakfast bar couldn't be easier if you know the right way to go about it. The heart of your home is the kitchen so it's worth taking some time to make it right for you and your family. To give you a little more inspiration when it comes to making your kitchen island perfect, we've included one of our favourite Pinterest mood boards. Have a gander! 

 

Conclusion

Even though finding the best kitchen island bar stools can be challenging, we hope that this post has helped you get a better idea of what stools would suit your kitchen counter. If you’re still not sure which model/colour to go for, feel free to take a look at our large bar stool range, or reach out to our customer service if you’d like some extra help/tips!



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