Manufactured in a wide variety of styles, colours and sizes, bar stools are essential pieces of furniture in cafe and club environments. They are also a welcome addition to any kitchen, because they can instantly spice up decor without taking up too much space. Whether you plan on adding style and functionality to the terrace, kitchen or living room with this piece of furniture, it’s advisable to plan your purchase if you want to avoid buying bar stools that don’t compliment the existing theme of your cafe or living environment. Read on to find out how.
Metal or Wood?
These two materials are without a doubt the most popular for manufacturing bar stools, because they are strong, attractive and can be melted or carved into pretty much any shape. Both metal and wood are good choices if you don’t want to spend too much time maintaining bar stools, but if seat adjustability and swivel features are important to you, metal will be the better choice. Why, you ask? Well, aluminum, chrome, steel and other types of metal can be manufactured with hydraulic lift and swivel mechanisms, whereas woods like maple, pecan and oak cannot.
Choosing the Style
If you are lucky, you may be able to find a supplier of furniture who can customise the design of bar stools to suit your tastes and requirements. If this is not the case, take inspiration from interior design magazines and the Internet, before considering the most popular styles. For a simple look, choose casual bar stools with simple, clean-cut lines and wooden details. The retro look can be achieved with chrome bar stools, which can be finished with a silver or glossy top coat. Modern bar stools with smooth features will give a space that 21st century look, whereas chairs with a novelty design will look better in arcade and gaming environments.
Bar Stool Features
Don’t just let the aesthetics rule your decision when you are shopping for bar stools. Think about who will be using the stools and how you can enhance overall comfort and luxury with added features. Common features include extra tall and extra short height adjustability, saddle seats, armrests and supportive backs. When you are happy with the features you have chosen, think about whether your bar stools would benefit from a protective coating. This is essential if they will be used outside, because it will keep them free from rust and rot in even the harshest of environments.
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