Kitchen Counter Stools: Can They Save Marriages?

Monday, June 21st, 2010 at 2:38 pm

You can’t help noticing that recently, you and your family are spending more quality time in the kitchen than in any part of the house. The sad thing about this is that there’s very little space in your sparse kitchen area. With the entire household converging there early in the day, there’s higher risk of cocoa adorning the floor or poached eggs flying through the air and landing on someone’s shirtfront. What does a practical little housekeeper like you do? Why, buy kitchen counter stools, of course! It’s an inspired decision, really. Bulky tables and stuffy chairs take up too much space. Countertops and the more ergonomically appropriate kitchen counter stools will not.

With designers churning out an endless array of kitchen counter stools, however, you’re almost punch-drunk with the dilemma of getting the right design for your family kitchen. So, how do you determine which kitchen counter stools are appropriate for you and yours?

1. Consider your kitchen’s present decor. It would be helpful for you to take pictures of your kitchen’s interior, print these out, or upload to your computer. That way, if you are browsing online for the perfect kitchen counter stools, you have a solid reference of the place you want to put them in. Such graphic imagery saves you the mental strain of having to conjure images of how your kitchen looks like.

2. Consider the fixtures. Counter tops, sinks, and cabinetry should also be taken into consideration when shopping for the appropriate kitchen counter stools. In case you cannot find any color scheme that will work for your kitchen, the next best option is to purchase kitchen counter stools in neutral shades or natural wood finish. Here’s another hint. Light tan colors go with almost anything, so they are a safe alternative in case you can’t really find any design that will blend in with the kitchen fixtures.

3. Consider the materials. Kitchen counter stools can come in framings like wood, metal (from steel tubing), molded fiberglass, or wrought iron. These add a dramatic effect to your kitchen. Just make sure that these stools are of the appropriate height for your kitchen counter.

4. Consider comfort. Kitchen counter bar stools should provide ample support for the lower back. As most of these stools are elevated, it would be a plus if you could get those designed with footrests. Some stools come with armrests. There are also kitchen counter stools that are designed to tilt and swivel.

5. Consider the height. As a requisite for comfort, there needs to be at least eight to twelve inches for “thigh space” between the bottom of a table or countertop and the seat of a kitchen counter stool. Keep this in mind, especially when buying a stool that is higher than standard.

Yes, kitchen counter stools will do wonders for your family ties. You get to spend more time with the husband and the kids – without the threat of spilled cocoa or flying eggs.

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