bar stools

Tall counter seats

Bar stools are tall seats designed for use at elevated counters—originally bars, but also kitchen islands and high tables.

They typically lack arms and have a small seat, with a footrest to accommodate the height.

She pulled up a bar stool and ordered a drink.

Opposites
seating height/elevation

bar stoolsfloor seating

Sitting on ground level

booths · ottomans · bean bag chairs · banquettes · sofas

seating enclosure/privacy

bar stoolsbooths

Small compartments for activities

banquettes · box seats · snugs

seating comfort/support

bar stoolsarmchairs

Chairs with padded sides

recliners · lounge chairs · sofas · easy chairs · wingback chairs

Family

barstool, barstools

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G