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Swivel Bar Stools
Swivel bar stools or rotating bar stools, make great bar furniture and have lots of advantages in both the domestic and commercial sphere. They are practical because they save invaluable space and at the same time allow the person sitting down an amount of flexibility. In commercial places swivel bar stools are often fixed to the floor and look neat and tidy at all times. Most importantly they can look very stylish and have an air of expense about them.
Not only is there a large variety of swivel stool styles available, but there is also a large variety of swivel mechanisms. You can opt for manual mechanisms that involve winding a handle or turning the stool, or automated mechanisms that use gas cylinders. High quality memory return swivel mechanisms are the best for commercial use. Remember to make sure that the swivel mechanism is able to cope with the weight you intend to put on it. If you want to replace a swivel mechanism www.woodworker.com provides an extensive range.
Prices vary for swivel bar stools dramatically. Stools for domestic purposes can start at as little as $19 from sites such as www.owlbehome.com. More luxurious leather swivel chairs are less than $300 at www.nordakoutdoors.com. For general commercial bar stools try www.qualitybarstools.com which has stools from less than $50. Remember that if stools are used commercially they will need to be more durable and will inevitably cost more.
Getting the right size of bar stool is imperative. It is important to note that retailers measure bar stool height from the floor to the height of the seat. In order for comfort and elegance allow at least nine inches between the seat and the table or counter.
Choosing Your Stool
Keep in mind that swivel backs need room to swivel around 180 degrees.
- 24-26 inch stools are used most commonly with breakfast bars in kitchens where there is no space for the classic kitchen table. They are ideal for counters that are approximately 30 -36 inches
- 30 inch stools are primarily designed for counters that are approximately 40-45 inches.
- 34 inch stools are a custom size stool for commercial use. They are designed for a bar that is 48 inches in height.
- 36 inch stools are commonly referred to as spectator stools and are ideal to use in recreational areas.
Safety is paramount with swivel bar stools. After installation is complete care should be taken when testing the chair. Move the mechanism slowly holding on to a stable object. If the stool as been incorrectly installed it may result in personal injury.
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