{"product_id":"stool-height-guide","title":"Stool height guide","description":"\u003cp class=\"intro\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeat height Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheat Sheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a cheat sheet, we’ve put together the two main stool heights suitable for Australian homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Australia, there are two main ergonomic benchtop height measurements, 90cm high and 100cm high. The most common kitchen benchtop and kitchen island benchtop height is 90cm high. Some Australian homes will have a designated bar area and this bar benchtop height is most commonly a little taller at 100cm high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA general rule of thumb is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90cm bench height = 60cm to 70cm high stool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100cm bench height = 70cm to 80cm high stool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStool Ergonomics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStools can be described by many different names which can be confusing; counter stool, kitchen stool, bar stool, or island bench stool. So which one do you need? Our recommendation would be to pay less attention to the name specifically and focus on the measurements instead to avoid any confusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirstly, we explain Australian ergonomic standards for stool seats. This means the measurements Australian designers use to maximise the best comfort for people sitting on a stool.  The main ergonomic measurement to take note of for stools is the space between the underside of the bench top and the stool seat. This measurement is critical to allow enough leg room for people to fit their legs under the bench comfortably and rest their arms on the benchtop with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll want to ensure that you have approximately 20-30cm between the top of the seat and the underside of your benchtop to fit your legs and arms comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003estool heights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStools can be a wonderfully handy addition to the home offering flexibility. They also add a finishing touch to your kitchen space and encourage the family to sit for a chat while dinner is underway. While picking a stool design that looks great in your home is important, so too is the practicality of finding the right height stool to work in your space for comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eseat height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid seat v’s upholstered seat heights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s good to note that if you choose a soft upholstered seat in fabric or leather, the foam cushioning will compress an extra 2 or 3 cm when you sit on it reducing the overall height of the stool slightly compared to a solid wood or plastic stool. Generally, the additional 2 or 3 cm of foam compression won’t affect the height of your stool very much, but it is good to know that upholstered seats are usually 2 or 3 cm higher than solid seats to account for this foam compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope this helps provide a general rule of thumb to work towards. Of course, with any rule of thumb, there are exceptions. If in doubt, be sure to check your specific measurements or ask an expert for assistance. Our friendly team of designers are always happy to help with measurements and cross-check for you to ensure you have the right height stools. We welcome you to visit us in-store to chat or give us a call to talk over your specific measurements and space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.francocrea.com.au\/designer-furniture-melbourne\/\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlagship Melbourne studio showroom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e259 Swan Street, Richmond, Victoria 3121\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.francocrea.com.au\/designer-furniture-adelaide\/\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlagship Adelaide studio showroom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e442 Pulteney Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften overlooked is selecting a stool that works with the height of your benchtop. This can lead to anything from an uncomfortable stool to an unusable stool. Here we have put together some critical elements to look for when selecting the right stools for your home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FrancoCrea","offers":[{"title":"Stool heights","offer_id":50297879036044,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/6023\/1052\/files\/kitchenstoolsmila_2c6b09bc-bc4d-4744-9d1d-b47391601706.jpg?v=1780818603","url":"https:\/\/www.francocrea.com.au\/products\/stool-height-guide","provider":"FrancoCrea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}