Wood bar stools are amongst the most common type of bar stool. The first original pub bar stools of the United Kingdom were all wood bar stools. The common wooden bar stool has been around for centuries. This type of stool is still commonly found in pubs and restaurants. A well made wood bar stool can last for decades with just some minor re-gluing from time to time. Wooden bar stools have a classic and rustic feel that cannot be captured with stools made from alternate materials.
There are a number of different models of this type of stool. Some are quite fancy while others including a version called the saddle bar stool are very simple in design. Most types of durable wood can be used in the construction of these stools. The most common pub style bar stools were constructed from oak. However more recently, teak bar stools have become very popular. If the finished bar stool is to be painted then often pine is used for the construction. Approximately half of these stools have a metal foot bar while the other half have a foot bar made from wood.
Wood bar stools come in a variety of different heights. The standard heights include the 24 inch bar stool, the 30 inch bar stool, and the 34 inch bar stool. In addition, you can have customized bar stools built to any height you desire. The proper height of your bar stool will be determined by the height of the bar, table or counter you wish to sit at. Most commercial bar stools tend to be higher stools while those stools used in a residential setting tend to be of the shorter variety with the exception of patio bar stools. Patio bar stools are generally taller whether they are used in a commercial or residential setting.
Once you have decided that you want to add wooden bar stools to your home, deciding upon the height of the stools is the easy part. You also have to decide on the shape of the stools, the bar stool seat and whether you prefer a back or a backless bar stool. Do you want a wood swivel seat bar stool? Each alternative has pros and cons. The first thing you need to consider is the size of the intended bar stool space. Is the space open and airy like a pool deck or is it tucked into a corner some place. The taller bar stools with backs can take up a lot of space. If the bar stool is too big for the space the look and feel will be cramped and undesirable. Choose a stool that fits your space. Backless bar stools fit better into smaller spaces but they can also be less comfortable for those people that need back support.
There are three general wood seat styles. There is the classic shaped style that is somewhat molded to the person chair interface, there are round seats. The round seats tend to be among the most cheap wood bar stools. There are also the stylish wooden saddle seat stools as pictured above. The saddle seat stools tend to be considered the hippest on the market these days. Saddle seat stools are static seat stools and do not come with a swivel option.
One last thing to consider is whether you want the seat to swivel. Swivel seats are much more convenient than conventional static seat chairs. They are much easier to get into and to get out of. In a commercial bar or restaurant or pub setting swivel seat stools are essential. The swivel seat stools will be more expensive but will save wear and tear on your floors and will be much more comfortable for your guests.
These types of stools can be easily found in a number of different locations. Of course, all furniture stores will carry assorted models. Also, all larger department stores will have bar stools in their furniture department. Some of the cheap wooden bar stools can be found in hardware stores and home renovation stores. There are also hundreds of different online distributors that will offer to ship the stools at a very reasonable price.
Wood bar stools come in many different styles and models. They range from as inexpensive as thirty to forty dollars per stool upwards to $400 or more per stool. There is a stool for every budget. Think about the characteristics that you want in a stool including the height and seat styles. Also think carefully about the amount of space you have available in which to fit the stools. Remember to choose a stool that fits your space. Wood bar stools come in an enormous array of models with some careful consideration you will find some that are perfect for your home or business.
