How to Measure for Bar Stools
- 1). Measure the height of your table, bar or countertop using a standard tape measure and write that number down.
- 2). Measure the length of your table, counter or bar and write that number down, as well.
- 3). Subtract between 10 and 12 inches from the height of your table/counter/bar. This is typically the recommended height for your bar stools.
- 4). Divide the length of your bar by two numbers: 21 and 24. What you get when you divide by 21 is the number of small stools you can fit comfortably. When dividing by 24, you get the number of large stools you can allow.
- 5). Search for a set of bar stools at home furniture stores, department stores, home improvement stores and the like.