Standard counter and table heights help you design and plan your renovations. The standard heights also provides for easier pairing and matching of chairs to your tables and counters. The heights can change based on your needs and your size. For instance, kids tables are not as high as adult tables. Does this Spark an idea?
Counter Top Height Standards
A standard counter top is 36 inches high, this includes kitchen counters and counter-high tables in restaurants. The counter is slightly lower than a bar counter top which measures in at 42 inches high. Most kitchen cabinets measure about 34 inches high. The additional two inches comes from the thickness of the counter top mounted to the cabinet. The difference between a counter and bar is easy to explain: bars are higher so patrons can stand up and eat at them.
Adult Table Heights
A typical table made for adults is 30 inches high, although you will find some tables are higher or lower. A general average for table height is between 28 and 30 inches. At this height, the average person comfortably sits down with his feet touching the floor, in the average size chair. The table is at the perfect height for a server to serve food without reaching too far up or too far down.
Child Table Heights
Kids use tables for a variety of things such as drawing, crafts and eating. A kids' table is significantly smaller than an adults table because children are smaller in height. For a child to comfortably sit at a table, and have easy access into the chair, the table must match her height. Kids tables range in size from 12 inches to 26 inches high. The table needs a corresponding chair that seats the child at the ideal height. This is an important part of table height function.
Chairs, Counters and Tables
The typical chair height for a counter is between 24 and 26 inches, just 10 inches below the counter top height of 36 inches. This is usually too high for someone to comfortably place his feet on the floor, however it sits the person at the perfect height to eat and drink at the counter. Table chair heights range in size, depending on how high the table is. For a 30-inch table top, an 18 inch chair is ideal, while on a 20-inch high table, a 12-inch chair is ideal. Chairs are normally between 8 and 12 inches lower than the table top. For proper seating, children and adults should sit with legs bent at a 90 degree angle and feet resting on the floor.
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