Tips For Buying Rustic Bar Stools

Rustic bar stools can be made from wood, wrought iron or other types of metal. The swivel bar stool is a great feature for bars and restaurant, if you intend to put one up. Metal bar stool are by par the most popular rustic design.

Wood which comes in oak, cherry wood, aspen and maple are generally more expensive. Especially with the kind of wood you choose. Once you have chosen the type of bar stool you want (wood or metal).

Here are other things you may want to consider before purchasing your rustic bar stool.

Do you want an arm rest or no arm rest?

The next thing you have to decide on is arm rest or no arm rest. If you have a small area, a stool with no arm rest would save you space. The bar stool height is usually 29 – 30 inches high.

The back rest of course are something you have to decide on. If you decide to have a back rest for your bar stool, is it going to be a short back rest or a tall one. Should the back rest be padded or not?

Do you want padding?

You also need to decide if you’re going to have padding on the seat or not. Padding of course provides extra cushion, but it is subject to more wear and tear. So repair might be more frequent for padded stools. Cleaning is also an issue with padded stools. It is much more difficult to clean the padded stools.

What size of rustic bar stool do you need?

The most comfortable leg space between the rustic bar stool and the bar is around 9 to 13 inches. It is definitely a must to measure the distance before making any purchase.

How many bar stools do you need?

Most stools are packaged in boxes that contain an even number of bar stools, The boxes are often labeled with the minimum quantity. Remember this when deciding how many to purchase.

The dimensions are indicated to help determine the space needed. It would be best to provide several inches between the rustic bar stools for a comfortable turning.

Can the rustic bar stool be re-upholstered?

The bar stools are generally sold only in the fabric it is shown. But yes, generally a bar stool maybe re-upholstered. Of course, if your purchasing the more expensive leather bar stool, you really don’t want to re-upholster.

How tall should my rustic bar stools be?

Generally the bar stools are 29 – 30 inches high, but extra tall rustic bar stool may be purchased. They are around 34 -36 inches high. Be sure that if you want to purchase extra tall bar stool that it would be the appropriate size for your bar.

Should the bar stool be mounted or not?

You may choose to purchase a rustic bar stool that can be mounted onto the floor. But for most people who buy rustic bar stools, it is preferable to get the non-mounted type.

Rustic bar stools are a perfect addition to your kitchen or your mini-bar. The warmth and character it adds to the room cannot be matched. Whether it is a simple rustic bar stool or one with an elaborate design, the message is the same. A relaxed and simple elegance in the room of your choice.