Sizes of bar counters for the kitchen

In Western countries, bar counters have remained a popular element of the kitchen interior for many decades. However, in our country such a decision began to spread only recently. And now it is rapidly gaining popularity. What dimensions should such furniture have, we will consider in the article.

Purpose and features of bar counters, because of which many people dream of buying it in their own home, include several main qualities.

1. The most popular bar counters are among owners who like to invite guests to their homes and throw parties. The stand is perfect for both relaxing gatherings with friends and for a noisy holiday. This element of the interior will allow you to conveniently prepare and serve entertaining drinks, while adding surroundings to what is happening. Perhaps every man in his life dreamed of trying himself as a bartender.
2. After a short period of operation at home, the owners realized that the counter is perfect not only for drinking drinks, but also for a normal meal. Behind it you can comfortably have breakfast or a snack. And for some people, it can even replace a kitchen table. And also on such a surface it is convenient to cook food.
3. The counter can be a great design decision, becoming one of the main elements of the unusual interior of your kitchen. At the same time, it can be much more convenient than an ordinary table in terms of functionality. Inside bar counters, you can store, for example, kitchen utensils and other items you need. With its help, you can distinguish or, conversely, combine different rooms.

In fact, this furniture is a simple countertop with several mandatory stools included.

They differ from each other in many different parameters, such as size, design and compatibility with the general appearance of the room.

First of all, the material of manufacture should be taken into account. Most often, combined racks are found. Individual parts can be made of:

• a tree;
• stone;
• marble;
• glass;
• plastic;
• granite.

And also bar counters have several varieties depending on their design.

We list the most common types.

• Island - Best fit into a spacious kitchen. The dimensions of such a rack may vary depending on the area of ​​the occupied room. For convenience and increased functionality, you can integrate a stove, dishwasher, mini fridge and other equipment, which will allow dimensions.

• Wall - A great option for small kitchens. In some cases, it can completely replace the table. One narrow edge of the countertop is attached to the wall, the second is held on a leg. Some models have the ability to fold out to become larger, and save free space when folded. With the help of a wall-mounted rack, you can divide the room into two zones. This is a good solution for a studio apartment.

• Built-in - adjoins other kitchen furniture. Like the previous version, great for small kitchens. This counter can be used both for a meal and for convenient cooking. As well as at the wall stand, one edge is held on the leg, and the second is attached to the headset. When choosing, it is worth considering that all elements fit together both in design and in functionality.

• Connected to the windowsill - attached to the windowsill, if it is wide enough. Often, many hosts use wide window sills as a small table. Joining the rack will add extra surface to the room. It can also be folded to free up space when the rack is not needed. An additional advantage will be the view from the window during the meal.

• Combined - as the name implies, combines the qualities and functions of several varieties. Most often, the lower part is intended for operation, while the upper is an element of decor.

But the most important selection criteria are the dimensions of the bar. Next, we will talk more about how to choose its height, width and length, as well as tell you what characteristics of your room you need to build on.

As a rule, the height of a standard kitchen rack ranges from 80 to 130 centimeters from the floor. The most common today is a height of 115 centimeters. But it does not fit in all cases. It also happens that the height of the rack goes beyond the above standards.

But this is not so important, since The main indicator is its convenience. Therefore, first of all, it is necessary to consider the main functions that it will perform in your home, as well as the placement. For example, if your family has elderly people or small children, you should prefer a small height. Pay attention to the average growth of all households.

Sure, You can not ignore the variety of the rack itself. Let's look at its effect on the required height in two examples.

For example, a bar counter integrated into the headset. Hence, it should be consistent with the height of the rest of the furniture. The average height of the kitchen is 85-90 centimeters.

The second example is the counter used to separate rooms or a studio. In this case, it is not only a working surface, but also a partition. Therefore, such furniture should be slightly higher. The minimum height is approximately 1 meter.

And the part in the territory of another room is 10-20 centimeters higher. Bar stools are usually located on the higher side.

Wall-mounted variety usually has a height of 110 to 125 centimeters. The combination of this type of rack and its dimensions will save internal space.

The length of the bar can be anything depending on the available space, your personal preferences and capabilities. The standard, most common length is 120 centimeters. But you are free to experiment. Do not forget only that The stand should be comfortable for people who spend time behind it.

The norm of space per person is 62 centimeters. Therefore, you need to take into account the number of people who are at the same time at the counter. And also have to take into account the physical data of these people. A large person may not have enough of the usual norm, which means the length will have to be taken with a margin.

If not so many people gather for it, but only 2-3 people, you can buy a short but wider bar counter. In this case, several people will be able to sit opposite each other.

The width of the countertop depends on the purpose for which it will most often be used. The average value established by experts is 55 centimeters. If the kitchen has a small area, the width can be reduced to 30 centimeters. And narrower racks will be practically useless, since they will lose additional functionality and will be inconvenient even for their intended purpose.

Spacious kitchens and rooms offer wider bar counters. Their maximum width can reach 90 centimeters. Wide countertops are great for cooking or as a substitute for a dining table. And also they allow several people to simultaneously accommodate on both sides, without interfering with each other.

The acquisition of a bar is not an easy decision. Before you take it, you will have to weigh the many pros and cons. Definitely such furniture has significant advantages:

• does not take up much space;
• can replace a bulky table;
• can simultaneously replace many cabinets;
• Fits perfectly in studio apartments;
• gives a special touch to the surrounding interior.

But without the minuses, alas, the matter is not complete. These include:

• the need to purchase chairs of the appropriate height;
• a large rack length if there are many people living in your house;
• rack selection according to the design and size of the other headset.

None of these drawbacks are significant.

Experts recommend if possible, choose worktops with adjustable height, which will allow you to customize it to specific conditions.

According to GOST standards the height of the rack for installation in catering establishments should be 120 centimeters, however, in everyday life such a height is far from always advisable.

No matter how important the parameters are height, length and width, the choice of bar counter is not limited to them. After all, this is not the only interior element that is available in your kitchen.In addition, you will need special stools, and maybe additional furniture. It’s important to understand what atmosphere the bar should emphasize, be it a real bar or pub. Or you want to keep your home comfort.

The height of the right bar stools should be slightly lower than the rack, but not more than 30 centimeters. The most common stool height ranges from 70 to 85 centimeters. The marking that the manufacturer puts on his products can help with the choice:

• TN - high stool (95 cm) for racks from 125 to 135 centimeters;
• VN - low stool (85 cm) for racks 110-115 centimeters.

However, such chairs are mainly used in bars, cafes and other institutions. A home rack might require a custom solution. It’s not necessary to overpay for branded bar stools.

And also often there are models with adjustable height, which greatly simplifies the selection process. The mechanism of such stools is divided into two types:

• helical - The simplest and most reliable mechanism, which is adjusted by turning the seat in different directions;
• gas lift - it is regulated by means of a special lever, whose work is based on pneumatic lifting action.

So, now you know which chairs to choose for your rack. And also you can choose the perfect bar in your apartment. And most importantly, a certain benefit can always be made from such an acquisition. Moreover, it will be pleasing to the eye for many years.

See how to make a bar counter in the kitchen yourself.