Need help with kitchen furniture

7 years ago

I am struggling to choose kitchen stools, chairs and table for my new kitchen. As you can see I have several options and these are just the ones I haven't already returned ! I like the wood stool with woven seat, but it's a bit uncomfortable and the seat sits high. Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks

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Randall Lee's Flooring America

7 years ago

You should check out, Leonice Fabric Button Tufted Swivel Bar Stools. You can find a picture of them in the photos area. I think they would look awesome in this kitchen.

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K Kat
Original Author
7 years ago
Thanks Randall. Those are nice stools but we are leaning towards something a little more modern. And hubby doesn't like tufted or nail heads :(
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K Kat
Original Author
7 years ago
And I'm thinking a tulip style table. The table that is there is defective and going back. Plus it's a little too traditional for the space.
calidesign
7 years ago
Your kitchen finishes and architecture are traditional, so you can go with a simple transitional style, but the wood/black ones look out of place. If you want comfort, find a stool with a back.
KK Johnson
7 years ago
I love the one with the back, the mesh seating is a nice mix of modern and comfy.
ycity
7 years ago
Love both your choices and you have great taste. Where did you find the woven one? I think having a back is important if you are using it on a regular basis.
K Kat
Original Author
7 years ago
Ycity. The wood and woven stool is from West Elm
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
7 years ago
The wood stool is a bar height you need a counter height stool. If you are doing a tulip table check DWR stools I have the Onda they work very well and are surprisingly comfortable with just enough back support and they come in both heights
Maureen
7 years ago
I would start with your kitchen table/chairs, as they should dictate your stool choice. I would be looking for something that has a modern design (like the tulip table idea) but pair with warmer looking chairs - rustic/modern is the look I would be heading towards.
qam999
7 years ago
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Any stool that strikes you as uncomfortable with a first sit is DEFINITELY the wrong choice. They don't get more comfortable with prolonged sitting. And if they're not comfortable, they won't be used and would hence be a waste.

What's the use case.....kid snacks, adults lounging with wine, primarily kitchen helpers, or unknown at this time? Kids will tolerate more discomfort as they won't be sitting long. Cleanability may also be a factor.....you know your family better than we do! Swivel helps a lot for getting in and out. Very slippery stools may be hard to sit on or adjust position....whereas stools with high friction surfaces prevent you sliding off, but might be harder to get in and out of. Also factor in how easily the feet scoot on your specific flooring....again, you want a mid point between "glued" and "ice skating".

An often-overlooked factor for comfort is the foot rail. My kitchen stools have a narrow metal rail that can't really be used with bare feet. A wider, rounded, wooden rail would be the ultimate in barefoot friendliness.

And definitely get counter height stools, as noted by Patricia: http://www.hayneedle.com/bar-stool-buying-guide.cfm

In my view, the comfort and function factors are so constraining that once you find a stool that meets them with an A+, you should try hard to like the appearance no matter what it is.
K Kat
Original Author
7 years ago
@Patrica. Surprisingly these are the counter height stools but they sit quite high which is another reason I'm not liking them.
K Kat
Original Author
7 years ago
@Maureen. Where can I found those woven chairs? I've seen similar, but really like those you posted.
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Chi Renovation & Design
7 years ago
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