Any issues with counter height dining set?

17 years ago

I appreciate all the great information available on this forum! It's been a great help many times.

My dining set is ready to be replaced, and I like the counter height dining sets. We have 3 kids ranging from 6 to 16. I anticipate the set to be every day use and will serve as a central point for homework and meals. A friend of mine said he'd heard that people were having problems with the legs of the counter height chairs/stools because of the leverage created by the additional height. Can anyone attest to this possible issue? I would also love to hear any other opinions on whether a counter height set might be a good choice.

Thanks in advance.

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lindac
17 years ago
I wouldn't dream of getting one...It might be Ok for kids who like to sit with their feet tucked under, but after a while it gets old.
I even have a friend who had her eating section of the kitchen counter changed to table height.
Counter top tables are OK for a bar or rec room, but don't get one as your regular dining table.
debo_2006
17 years ago
We're in the marketing for a casual dining set. I refuse to get a counter high 1) because they are too trendy and will probably be out in the next few years 2) I have a counter height breakfast bar and island to sit at, and many times I just wish I had a regular height table to sit around and eat/chat. So, that's what I'm getting.

I should mention, that I seem to see quite a few counter heights on CL that people are getting rid of. Not sure why.

When I spend money on furniture, etc. I generally go with a relatively classic style so that it remains in style for many, many years to come. So, far, it's worked in my favor.
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curlyjbs117
17 years ago
If you have elderly parents or guests they may find it hard to get in and out of the chairs.
palimpsest
17 years ago
They were actually designed first for bar areas of restaurants. Seating at a "hi top" actually takes slightly less space than at a conventional height. (?) I am not sure why, except that the rungs generally allow your legs to dangle a bit compared to keeping your feet on the floor--so your knees and feet take up a bit less room. In a room with many of these...an inch here or there can add tables.

Yes the chairs tip over easier, higher center of gravity.

I am short so I would hate sitting at one as a regular table (my bias)
western_pa_luann
17 years ago
"If you have elderly parents or guests they may find it hard to get in and out of the chairs."

We are all tall - even the elderly ones! - and we LIKE the counter height as it is MUCH EASIER to get in and out of.

That said, I would have one in the eat in kitchen but not for the dining room. Just personal preference.
debbie_2008
17 years ago
I agree, I would NOT do it.
bobismyuncle
17 years ago
The only thing I've seen is the wear (and occasional breakage) as people put their shoes on and around the stretchers. Something you don't usually see with regular height seating.