To be comfortably seated around your table, it is important to choose the height of your chairs and stools and vice versa. It is still necessary to know the sufficient space between a seat and a table to be comfortably installed! The editorial staff has decided to help you by presenting the different possibilities available to you.

THE GOLDEN RULE FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT HEIGHT OF YOUR SEAT IN RELATION TO YOUR TABLE!

To spend good and comfortable moments at the table, the difference between the seat height of your seat and that of the tray should ideally be between 25 cm and 30 cm. A gap of 25 cm is particularly recommended for a family with young children because it limits or even eliminates the use of a booster seat. Note that for a 110 cm bar table, the gap with the seat of the stool can be up to 35 cm. However, pay attention to the particularities of certain upholstered seats. In this case, the seat height is to be measured when a person is seated at the bottom of the seat and not at the edge. It is indeed necessary to take into account the pressure exerted by the weight of the body on the foam. In effect,

FOR A STANDARD TABLE (HEIGHT 75 CM)

A classic standard table is usually around 75 cm high with the top. Its height can vary by a few centimeters depending on the model. The most common are generally between 74 cm and 77 cm. To be comfortably installed, it is advisable to leave a space of more or less 30 cm between the seat and the top of your dining table. For a standard table, it is therefore advisable to choose a seat with a seat height of approximately 45 cm. Like the table, its height can vary by a few centimeters depending on the seats chosen, especially if they have cushions or padded seats. The padding can indeed cause you to lose a few centimeters. Several solutions are available to you. Here they are !

THE CHAIR

The chair is the essential seat in dining rooms and kitchens. With a backrest, it will give you the comfort you expect and will adapt to all tables more or less 75 cm high thanks to its seat height generally between 43 and 48 cm.

THE ARMCHAIR

For optimal comfort, the armchair is the piece of furniture you need. Thanks to its armrests, you will enjoy taking a seat around your table. Like the chair, this one has a seat height between 43 cm and 48 cm depending on the model for an armchair with a padded seat.

THE LOW STOOL

The low stool is an interesting alternative to chairs and armchairs. With a height varying between 43 and 48 cm it will adapt to all standard tables. Note that many models do not include a backrest. This has the effect, unlike chairs with a high backrest, of making it easier to store under the table. When space is limited, this small stool can therefore be an interesting choice.

THE BENCH

We often tend to forget it but the bench can easily accompany a dining table. This one is coming back into fashion after having deserted our dining rooms and kitchens! Practical for optimizing space, it will also bring a pretty rustic or contemporary style to your interior. Also count on a height of between 43 and 48 cm depending on the model!

THE OTTOMAN

Cousin of the low stool, the pouf is very trendy at home. Just like him, his absence of backrest will facilitate its storage under the table. Be careful, however, to choose the right seat height because a wide range exists on the market. Some models designed for bedrooms or living rooms are smaller than those that can accompany tables. Indeed, some references measure less than 40 cm!

FOR A SNACK TABLE (HEIGHT 90 CM)

The snack table allows you to have everything at your fingertips. This height is very common in modern kitchens and in dining rooms as well as in certain small spaces, in particular thanks to its ability to separate a room. Its ergonomic aspect is also highlighted. This table usually measures around 90 cm. Suffice to say that this time you will not be able to choose chairs or armchairs to accompany it. For a high table of this type, it is better to opt for a snack stool. This has a seat height of approximately 65 cm which may vary slightly depending on the models and the height of your table. There are snack stools with or without a backrest if you want to optimize the space in your room by storing them under your table.

FOR A WORKTOP (HEIGHT 90 CM)

The worktop is one of the most important spaces in the kitchen since it is where you prepare your good meals. It is therefore necessary to be well installed! Like the snack table, the worktop is also generally around 90 cm high. Therefore, you can only combine it with a snack stool with a seat height of approximately 65 cm. It sometimes happens that the worktop has a non-standard dimension, in this case we invite you to read our paragraph dedicated to specific heights a little further down.

FOR A CENTRAL ISLAND (HEIGHT 90 CM)

The central island is a fashionable piece of kitchen furniture that will bring a touch of modernity to your interior. It can be found in a loft as well as in an American kitchen. This very trendy piece of furniture can be used as a kitchen table or worktop. To accompany your island, the high stool is the seat you need. For this, your kitchen stools will need to be about 65 cm high.

FOR A HIGH BAR TABLE (HEIGHT 110 CM)

The bar table is frequently found in snack bars, bars, bistros, cafes and modern kitchens. Also called a high bar table, it lives up to its name since you can drink your coffee or eat on the go while standing! And yes, she is usually around 110cm tall. If you prefer comfort, it should be associated with a bar stool. This one differs from the snack stool by its height. It measures approximately 80 cm. From the designer bar stool to the most classic, there is something for everyone to go with any bar table.

FOR A SPECIFIC TABLE HEIGHT

It sometimes happens for multiple reasons that we need a specific table height! Far from the usual standards, these dimensions therefore require suitable seats. Rest assured, many solutions exist so that everyone can find the shoe that suits them. Let’s look in particular at the height-adjustable stools with jacks and the custom-made seats that will meet all needs! You will see for yourself that there is a suitable seat for all the tables on the market!

THE HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE STOOL TO ADAPT TO THE SIZE OF YOUR TABLE

If you have a non-standard high table, the stool with height-adjustable seat can be very useful. As its name suggests, its seat height adapts to that of your table. An adjustable stool can usually adapt its height between 50 cm and 80 cm. Of course, this varies depending on the model and we recommend that you read the product descriptions carefully before making your choice. To adjust the height, you generally just need to operate the handle located under its seat. The fact that it is adjustable will allow you to find the best height for your adjustable bar stool. In terms of comfort, these models generally have a footrest and are swiveling to offer you great freedom of movement.

THE TAILOR-MADE SOLUTION TO MEET ALL YOUR NEEDS!

The height-adjustable stool may have some limitations, especially when it comes to its maximum seat height. Don’t worry, if you have a taller table than the standard ones or you simply don’t want an adjustable height stool, the made-to-measure solution is available to you! Many models of snack stools or bar stools can be custom designed to suit your needs and the height of your table. All base heights are possible! However, to be able to sit down easily, we do not recommend a seat height equal to or greater than 90 cm.

THE NUMBERS TO REMEMBER TO CHOOSE THE HEIGHT OF YOUR SEAT ACCORDING TO YOUR TABLE

table type	seat type
Table standard 75 cm	Chair, armchair or low stool from 43 to 48 cm
Table snack 85 cm	Snack stool from 55 to 60 cm
Table snack 90 cm	Snack stool from 60 to 65 cm
Table snack 95 cm	Snack stool from 65 to 70 cm
Bar table 100cm	Bar stool from 70 to 75 cm
Bar table 105cm	Bar stool from 75 to 80 cm
Bar table 110cm	Bar stool from 75 to 85 cm
Bar table 115cm	Bar stool from 80 to 90 cm
Bar table 120cm	Bar stool from 85 to 95 cm
Bar table 125cm	Bar stool from 90 to 100 cm
Bar table 130cm	Bar stool from 95 to 105 cm

The furniture does not only participate in the success of your interior decoration. Furnishings are also important for the comfort and success of your meals! With these few tips, finding the right seats for your dining table should be child’s play! You now have the assurance of furnishing your interior with a table-chair set (or stools) adapted to offer you the comfort you deserve.