Bar stools with backrest: features of choice

The bar counter is an integral element of the modern spacious kitchen. It is used both for its intended purpose, and as a place where you can drink a cup of tea or a snack, without serving the dining table. This is an alternative to a table in a small apartment, a zoning element in studio apartments, furniture is widely used in cafes. And in order to take a comfortable position behind such a design, you need a special chair.

It should be distinguished chair (which has a back) and a stool (without support for the back).

Chairs for racks can be:

• stationary (they can be moved only by applying force);
• mobile (on wheels). It is better to use swivel casters, as they are much more maneuverable than usual. Modern models with silicone or rubber coatings will not spoil the carpet and will not leave dents.

In addition to the above, they are divided into:

• hard;
• semi-mild;
• soft.

Mechanisms that are installed in bar stools, can be lifting or turning. However, there are combining both of these functions, as well as more complex, with adjustable backrest angle, seat depth, distance between the armrests.

For example, if household appliances are located under the counter or there should be no abrupt differences between the levels of kitchen furniture. In this case, models of chairs will be more convenient. not with fixed, but with adjustable height:

• with pneumatic device (gas lift) - height is adjusted by pressing a special lever or button or automatically. Special shock absorbers make the descent and ascent smooth and soft. Gas lifts are very popular and are used in other types of furniture - they can withstand a rather large load, and in case of a malfunction they are easily replaced with new ones.

• with screw mechanism - the easiest and cheapest option. They are easy to use: if the seat needs to be lowered - it must be turned in the course of the clock, and if it is raised - against.

In small rooms, folding models will be the most acceptable option.They can be folded with the help of mechanisms or be collapsible. There are models in which only the back can fold - then they can be pushed under the tabletop.

Bar stool consists of such parts as the back - it can be:

• low (up to 15 cm);
• medium (up to 30 cm);
• high (up to 40 cm) - such a chair can be called ordinary, but with high legs.

The shape may be rectangular or rounded. Orthopedic backs in such products are rare. More often you can see curved and semi-circular variants - they are more comfortable for the back than straight. This is important for those people who are used to while away the time behind the bar at home or in a bar.

Seat - the main part of the chair. Allocate:

• round;
• square.

They can be concave, anatomical and even saddle shaped. The front edge should ideally be rounded. In addition, the seats are different in depth and width, so that a person with any build could choose a suitable model.

Legs (or support) - provide the whole structure sustainability. There are bar stools on four, three, one leg. One support in its lower part has a crosspiece or base, which in outline can repeat the seat.

Armrests - can be removable or form part of the backrest. Their shape depends on how they are attached: only to the seat, to the back, or to both of them at the same time.

They are not a mandatory part, but allow hands take a comfortable position, as by etiquette it is forbidden to put elbows not only on the tables, but also on the racks.

Footrest - a mandatory attribute. Their value should not be underestimated - because if the chair is high - the legs will not reach the floor and the person will experience discomfort. They can be either the simplest - in the form of a narrow slat, or wider.

Depending on the material, products can be:

• combined (when, for example, the frame is made of one material, and the inserts on the seat and back are made of another);
• completely homogeneous.

In the manufacture of used:

• plastic;
• metal;
• tree;
• MDF.

Plastic is the most versatile and affordable material.Modern types of plastics are non-toxic, durable, resistant to changes in temperature and humidity, do not fade and do not require special care. All elements can be made of plastic. Such supports can be strengthened by internal metal structures. When dyeing plastics in production, the product turns out to be uniform in color both inside and outside. They can also be covered with PVC film. Both those and others have a wide color range that allows to pick them up under any registration of an interior.

The advantage of metal parts, of course, is their strength. However, shiny chrome parts will be the interior decoration. With the help of special paints they can give almost any color and shade.

The tree, due to its naturalness, is most suitable for use in residential buildings, where people spend most of their time.

MDF is mainly used for the manufacture of backs and seats.With the help of special technologies such products can be bent. Covered with veneer, in appearance they do not differ from wood. Lamination with a film will create not only solid colored surfaces, but also an imitation of the appearance of natural materials and their texture.

If there are wicker elements in the back, they are used in a special way. processed materials (wicker, rattan and others).

The best material for filling soft parts is polyurethane foam - it has good indicators of elasticity, it does not absorb liquids and odors and does not rub off from frequent use. Foam rubber, batting, burlap are also used.

Among the upholstery, the most resistant to abrasion is genuine leather, but it is least accessible to the average buyer. An alternative to it is eco-leather, leatherette and various types of textiles. Upholstery can be monophonic or with a suitable pattern.

Among the mass of advantages, we can distinguish the main ones:

• Universality - are used not only in catering establishments, but also in apartments;
• With respect to proportions, high chairs look elegant and aesthetically pleasing;
• Since they have been used for home use relatively recently, these chairs will exactly correspond to the latest fashion trends;
• Multifunctional. In some cases, it is not necessary to use ordinary chairs - they are fully capable of replacing height-adjustable bar stools. And the chairs with the possibility of rotation can not move;

• You can adjust to any height of the tabletop;
• Armrests, footrests, special-shaped backrests and soft seats make it possible not only to sit comfortably, but also to take off fatigue;
• Special mechanisms allow people to sit with any height and build;
• A wide range of models, materials and colors gives plenty of choice;
• Reliability of mechanisms and structures ensures safety;
• Most materials do not require special care, they are easy to clean.

The disadvantages mainly concern models of a certain material:

• Wooden and leather, although they have many positive qualities and decent appearance, are available only to a narrow segment of buyers;
• High models on wheels without special locks can be traumatic;
• Kozham quickly loses its appearance, and some types of textiles and filler are difficult to clean on their own, you may need dry cleaning services.

If you have already made repairs or have a clear idea of ​​what your kitchen, dining room or studio will look like, then you need to select the appropriate furniture.

In addition to the coordination of colors, it is necessary to determine the forms. If the interior has a lot of curved lines, smooth transitions, patterned ornaments - it makes sense to choose similar rounded models with a winding support.

The polygons that predominate in all their diversity are ideally combined with chairs, which are planes that are frozen at different angles.

If your goal is to create a nice, cozy home environment, pay attention to models with textile upholstery or covers.

Rack in the form in which it is used in modern kitchens, appeared relatively recently. In the classical style, a special zone for drinks and pleasant entertainment will look more organic.

More modern, but still restrained country style will help to relax after a busy day.

Modern, functional furniture with an abundance of glossy surfaces will appeal to lovers of the latest technical innovations. Such models will definitely not be ignored.

And if you do not want to draw attention to them and visually relieve the situation - choose a transparent option that will create the illusion of lightness and airiness.

How to make a bar stool with a back with your own hands, you will see in the next video.