Bar Height Dining Table

A pub or bar height dining table is a table having a height of 40 to 42 inches. This is the norm. Sometimes, they go even higher, reaching 44 to 46 inches. It is also considered a high dining table. 

Features

Allows 2 to 3 person to dine and drink on the table.

Table top often have contemporary finish, giving you the single color tone and bright solid colors. Wood is a common material for the table top. Sometimes, you can find glass ones too.

Shapes for the table tops come in both square and round ones.

Table base and legs (usually pedestal) are mostly made from metal (steel) which have shiny silvery chrome finish.

Must be used with bar height stools (or bar stools). This is because these stools are the only ones that are high enough for the bar table!

Even so, you still can find bar height chairs instead of stools. This way, you have the backrest to lean upon.

All bar height stools and chairs have a leg rest at the bottom.

Benefits

Another great space saver. People living in highrise buildings (apartments, condos) should use this table because dining room space is often limited.

Great for couples living together. Sometimes, you only need a dining table that serves only 2 persons at most. Therefore, you don't always have to settle for the bigger and more expensive "proper" tables for your home.

If you have a dinette (informal dining area near the kitchen), the bar height kitchen table is very suitable too.

Price of the bar height dining table is very affordable. They do not cost much at all.

It is a leisure table. Drinking wine is a luxury with the pub height dining table. Fancy card games? Waiting for your friend to finish his pool game? No problem.

A very informal piece of furniture. No one should make serious faces when dining on this table. Relax!

Tips

Bar stools

Go for padded seats (upholstery) everytime. Since you'll be resting your entire body weight at a larger height. This will ensure you have comfort when you sit. A good choice will be leather upholstery.

Bar stools usually are 30 inches in height. This can vary depending on manufacturers. Make sure it reaches the 30-inch height because it must match with your 40 to 42 inches bar height dining table.

Another tip is to get adjustable height stools. These stools have a lever at the bottom in which you can adjust. This way, you don't have to worry about your guests' (tall or short) height. But you should not worry about this factor too much. Most standard bar stools are fine without the adjustable feature.

Make sure the stool or chair has a horizontal beam for resting your legs. Remember, when you're dining on bar height dining tables, your legs would not likely touch the floor.

Sometimes, the horizontal beam is built into the table instead. This way, you have to rest your legs using the table.

Difference between counter height and bar height

What is the difference between counter height and pub / bar height? Bar height tables are always taller because they are at least 40 to 42 inches tall. Meanwhile, counter height tables are usually about 36 inches tall. Of course, manufacturers will vary the height a little (1 or 2 inches) due to design purposes. Simple and easy.

How to buy bar height kitchen tables? Be very careful when you buy them because certain manufacturers tend to confuse customers by labelling a bar height dining set that actually has a height of 36 inches. In actual fact, it is not a pub height set but rather a counter height dining set, due to its 36 inches height. Read the above paragraph again for clarification.

Style

How to choose the styles for your pub dining table? Easy. It depends on the finish.

Usually these tables are very modern looking, having the espresso, black and cherry finish. In most cases, they come with metal legs and base too, making it even more modern.

But what if you don't want the modern look? Then go for the ones that are made wood and have a light finish. This finishing style is considered slightly traditional.

Given the many benefits of the table and knowledge you gained, take action today to get the right bar height dining table for your home today.

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