How to choose the height of bar chairs and the size of high chairs? Master the 5 key tips for purchasing

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1. Bar chair height/high chair height

How to choose the height of high chairs and bar chairs ? Generally, the height of bar chairs and high chairs falls between 65-75 cm . The height of most home-style islands or designer bar high tables is about 80 cm to 110 cm. For example, if the height of the island or bar table is 100 cm, the height of the bar chair or high chair is between 65-65 cm. 75 cm is a suitable height . Whether it is a dining table or an island, if you want to choose a suitable high chair height or bar chair height , a safe gap of about 30 cm between the chair surface and the countertop is a more harmonious and comfortable height , or within a 25-35 cm drop. , are all acceptable ranges.

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Another question that is often overlooked is whether there are "drawers" under the island bar. Since the drawer will occupy the space under the island bar, even if the height of the bar chair or high chair complies with the above principles, the drawer will occupy the space under the island, so the height of the island and the bar top plus the drawer must be confirmed , and also check the height of the high chair or bar chair you choose to ensure that your feet will not hit the drawer when riding.

If you want the height of the bar stools and high chairs to be flexibly adjusted to suit your personal preferences, air-lift bar chairs or high chairs are also good choices.

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2. Bar chair size

In addition to the height of the bar chair, how to choose the size of the bar chair and the size of the high chair (including seat width, seat depth and seat height) is also a problem that is often encountered when purchasing. Generally speaking, bar chair sizes and high chair sizes range in seat width from 40-50 cm, and seat depth ranges from 40-58 cm. The design of bar chair size is related to the height of the chair back. In other words, when factors such as comfort, safety and appearance aesthetics are all taken into consideration, the higher the back of the bar chair or high chair, the wider and deeper the seat surface will be.

▲ The low-backed bar chair can create a sense of simplicity in the space due to its size, while the high-backed bar chair can provide back support during long periods of sitting. (Picture: Kristalia Sharky low-back bar stool and high chair Sharky high-back bar stool and high chair )

As for whether to choose a high-back bar chair, a high chair , or a low-back model? Users who are accustomed to sitting in an upright posture and do not sit for a long time can choose a low-back bar chair ; if they sit for a long time and want back support, , high-backed bar chairs and high chairs are naturally the first choice.

The size of low-backed bar chairs can create a sense of simplicity in the space without forming a visual barrier, and may even block the carefully designed bar island or other furnishings. This is also the main reason why many people choose low-backed bar chairs .

3. Safety structure of bar stools and high chairs

As the table top of the island bar is higher, the height of the bar chair high chair legs will also be higher. Therefore, the structure of the bar chair high chair becomes very important. The structural design is stable and the safety is improved.

When consumers sit on a chair, they occasionally tilt the foot chair backward, or lean back with their hands and body to stretch their muscles. If the chair structure is unstable, the joint between the chair legs and the seat seat is prone to disintegration or breakage, which is harmful to the user. pose a security threat to those who use it. The single chair of the Italian furniture brand Kristalia has undergone multiple rigorous weight and crash tests before leaving the factory (the back of the chair is pushed up to 190 kilograms, and the seat is pushed down nearly 400 kilograms and tested 200,000 times respectively) to ensure that the structure of the chair is safe and sound. Yu.

The height of a bar chair or high chair is higher than that of a dining chair. When the center of gravity is increased, the safety structure of the seat is more important. Kristalia not only pursues the simple aesthetics of the chair appearance, but also considers human body mechanics in the design of the chair surface. It also attaches great importance to the safety structure of bar chairs and high chairs. Kristalia is good at using different materials. Taking the Sharky bar chair high chair as an example, in order to enhance the structural safety, metal stable supports are embedded in the wooden legs of the high chair bar chair.

▲ BCN air-pressure height-adjustable bar stools are designed, heavy-duty, safe to use, and allow for more flexible height adjustment.

If you want to choose a lightweight and safe bar stool and high chair, Italian solid wood furniture Mattiazzi Radice single chair is definitely the first choice.

The Radice bar chair made in Italy is produced by the Industrial Facility founded by internationally renowned design masters Sam Hetch and Kim Colin. It is made of FSC certified wood and shows Italy's superb solid wood craftsmanship. The structure is light and can be easily moved with one hand. The chair The body retains the original grain of solid wood and has passed the BIFMA safety inspection. It is a solid wood furniture item with high appearance and high CP value.

4. The comfort of bar chairs and high chairs

A bar stool and high chair that conforms to the height of the body can reduce the burden of body weight. The material of the bar stool and high chair is also another important key to comfort - the bar stool and high chair is made of special materials and ergonomically designed to provide feedback comfort even if it is used for a long time. Kristalia BCN high chair/bar chair is made of elastic and tough synthetic plastic PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate) as the main material. It may seem light in appearance but can bear a weight of up to 250 kg, showing amazing material toughness and support. It greatly improves the riding comfort, and the integrated curved seat arc provides excellent ergonomic comfort.

Bar chairs and high chairs with soft cushions can also provide appropriate support for the body and reduce fatigue. To maintain long-term sitting comfort, an extra layer of cushions is a very important bonus in terms of riding experience. High chairs and bar chairs When choosing a seat cushion, in addition to being resistant to deformation, it is recommended to choose a seat cushion that can be removed and washed, which is more convenient for cleaning.

▲ Mattiazzi’s Branca bar chair high chair / Radice bar chair can be equipped with a “detachable seat cushion”

If you prefer a more comfortable and enveloping bar stool and high chair, the Lapalma GLOVE series is also a good choice.

The GLOVE series bar stools are ergonomic and extremely comfortable. GLOVE Advantages, this seat supports the back with a high backrest, and the comfortable cushion layer surrounds the entire seat, GLOVE The softness of the lines extends to the chair legs, which are made of metal in the shape of a sled. The slender footrests pass through the shape of the sled in a discontinuous manner, presenting a more modern design.

 
The biggest feature of GLOVE is "Fitting with the body shape" can make people sitting on it feel as comfortable as the experience of wearing gloves that fit the hand. The body and thoughts flow naturally and gracefully, and life becomes happy and beautiful.

5. Bar chairs are consistent with the interior design style

The material of bar chairs and high chairs should match the bar and kitchen as a whole. The materials of high chairs and bar chairs are mostly made of wood, metal, and plastic. You can find the matching material according to the style you want to create. For example, in a kitchen with a modern minimalist style or a low-key luxury style, Kristalia's BCN bar stools/high chairs neatly create an elegant and fashionable look and feel, showing a unique lifestyle.

If your home is in a Japanese or Nordic natural and warm style, then wooden bar chairs and high chairs are definitely the first choice!

If you like industrial style, you can consider choosing smart black iron or metal high chairs and bar chairs to create a unique style. The most common bar chairs and high chairs are composed of metal and leather chairs. Full marks for handsome.

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Want to buy a bar stool high chair from a well-known design? Azumi Studio, a well-known Japanese designer group, designed for Lapalma in 2000 . The LEM Stool , with its simple and neat lines , is Lapalma's most representative work. The LEM Stool, which is both elegant and aesthetically pleasing, is also a winner that has won numerous international awards.

The main structure is made of stainless steel, with a rotatable and pneumatic height adjustment mechanism. The seat surface can be made of metal, wood, leather or wool textiles. The LEM Stool product line is still pursuing improvement so far, including the pneumatic cushioning function announced at the 2017 Milan Exhibition that can be painted, the wooden seat surface using Fexnix coating technology, etc., and always faces every minuscule detail with seriousness and rigor. In the trend of simplifying complexity, we continue to innovate and evolve, and always maintain the appearance of new products.

The last issue that attracts more attention is the number of bar chairs and high chairs . The number of bar chairs and high chairs mainly depends on the space configuration. For a normal-length island bar, the basic configuration is 2 high chairs and bar chairs . If you want to configure 3 high chairs, the length of the bar or island is about 210 cm .

Although bar chairs and high chairs are not large in size, when purchasing high chairs and bar chairs , do not only focus on the appearance and style and ignore the indispensable key points such as size, height, comfort and structural safety! Since everyone's body shape is different, , when purchasing, don’t forget to try out the sitting experience to find the best high chair bar chair for you and your whole family.

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