When it comes to the overall best bar stools, versatility ranks pretty high on our list of importance. Whether it’s for a standard basement bar or a counter-height dining nook, this compact stool ...

Your patio bar won't be complete without somewhere to sit. We've picked out some great bar stools that are ready for the outdoors. Some are taller, ready to pair with a high-top bar table or counter, ...

Kitchen bars are a popular remodeling choice, as the focus of socializing in the home is firmly centered in the kitchen. But there's a problem: Standard kitchen countertop height is 36-inches, but ...

Dear Gail: I’m reconfiguring my island as it’s just too big. I currently have a raised bar area that I want to keep and adding a lower countertop area for my grandchildren. Right now I’m able to get ...

Dear Gail: We’re going to be adding an island in our kitchen with a breakfast bar and will need bar stools. What should we be looking for? — Reba Dear Reba: The most important thing you need to know ...

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Whether you are updating or remodeling a kitchen, choosing the right seating depends on the height of your counters, table, and island. It helps to understand the difference between counter height vs.