COUNTER STOOLS
Contemporary counter stools capture your imagination as as a an ideal way to use bar stools as a form of seating in different areas. Designed to be used at breakfast bar counters in the home and commercial bars outside, their designs vary from the modern to the traditional and employ a medley of different materials to create striking, functional items.
Countertops come in one of two heights; bar height at 90cm and commercial height at 105cm, and there are stools for each type available. The most popular counter stools are the gas lift stools, which have a hydraulic mechanism integrated into the stool frame, located between the seat and base often housed behind the strategically placed footrest. The gas lift can be utilised to raise and lower the seat as well as turn through 360 degrees, making access to the counter all the easier and allowing you to tailor the height for smaller occupants such as children, giving them a comfortable seating position. These gas lift stools come in one of two frame finishes; either chrome, with a polished, durable mirror finish that is easily maintained, or hand worked brushed stainless steel for a more subdued look that matches modern appliances and fittings.
You can also find many fixed height stools, again in chrome or brushed steel. Box and Z frame designs give superb rigidness, whilst for even more stability there are four legged bar stools complete with protective floor pads beneath, making them ideal for all surfaces from tile to wood. Other four legged designs come in wooden frames, with beautiful solid oak and walnut finish rustic styles that give a beautiful, natural touch to any environment.
Countertop bars are usually vibrant places that experience a lot of food and drink, and so spillages can be quite common. This makes it very important to have stools that are stain resistant and easily cleaned should anything be spilled on them, making them all the easier to maintain and limiting the time required to upkeep the stools.
For this reason alone, faux leather is usually the material of choice, giving a resilient surface that can be simply wiped with a damp cloth if there are any accidents. Consolidating the attractiveness of faux leather is the luxurious look and feel, akin to real leather and more often than not, padded with high density foam exuding opulence.
Moulded resin seats are also in vogue, thanks to their striking designs, with ergonomic forms that catch the eye. ABS resin is impact resistant and is usually found in a gloss finish, from minimalist black and white to fruity orange and purple. The other type of acrylic is Perspex, which is naturally clear but can be injected with dyes for translucent colour that bathes any room in a warm hue. Both are water repellent for added convenience and give a chic, fashionable addition lined up under a island counter. From Art Deco extravagance to sleek Bauhaus, there is the perfect counter stool for any decor.
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