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Bar stools for the kitchen and breakfast bar
Designed in Sweden and made by hand in our own factory: eight bar stools in solid oak or slim steel, built for the kitchen you actually live in. Choose 66 cm for a kitchen island and 76 cm for a bar counter, or have a steel stool made to your exact height. Every one arrives assembled, with a 10 year warranty.
Our promises
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Made in Sweden
Made in our own factory in Sweden.
Every stool is made in our own factory in Sweden: steel frames are welded and powder-coated, oak frames are machined and joined, and seats are upholstered by hand.
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10-year warranty
Covered for 10 years.
Every stool is covered by our 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship, in normal home use.
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Delivered fully assembled
No tools, no flat pack.
Your stool arrives fully assembled.
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Try one at home
Order one before you order six.
Buy one stool and live with it at your own island.
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8 stoolsCompare
Eight bar stools. Measured side by side.
Measured data for all eight bar stool models, so the choice comes down to your counter and your room.
| Freja Bar Stoolfrom £249 Shop Freja | Philip Bar Stoolfrom £319 Shop Philip | Ebba Bar Stoolfrom £349 Shop Ebba | Carl Bar Stoolfrom £519 Shop Carl | Ted Bar Stoolfrom £429 Shop Ted | Bruno Bar Stoolfrom £339 Shop Bruno | Svea Bar Stoolfrom £249 Shop Svea | Eva Bar Stoolfrom £339 Shop Eva | |
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| Every model is rated for 200 kg, delivered fully assembled and covered by a 10-year warranty. Every model is made in our factory in Sweden. | ||||||||
| Size | ||||||||
| Overall height | 79 cm | 93 cm | 79 cm | 93 cm | 93 cm | 93 cm (armrests 86 cm) | 67 cm | 66 cm |
| Overall width | 41 cm | 44 cm | 38 cm | 54 cm | 45 cm | 47 cm | 38 cm | 38 cm |
| Overall depth | 38 cm | 45 cm | 38 cm | 45 cm | 45 cm | 45 cm | 38 cm | 38 cm |
| Spacing per stool | 50 cm | 55 cm | 50 cm | 60 cm | 55 cm | 55 cm | 50 cm | 50 cm |
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| Seat heights | 66, 76 cm and custom | 66, 76 cm and custom | 66 and 76 cm | 66 and 76 cm | 66 and 76 cm | 66, 76 cm and custom | 66, 76 cm and custom | 66 and 76 cm |
| Footrest below seat | 42 cm | 42 cm | On the frame | 45 cm | 45 cm | 42 cm | 42 cm | On the frame |
| Backrest | Low | Full | Low bar | Full, armrests | Full | Full, armrests | None | None |
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| Material | Steel | Steel | Solid oak | Solid oak | Solid oak | Steel | Steel | Solid oak |
| Tested to | EN 16139 level 1, assessed | EN 16139 level 1 | Not tested | Not tested | Not tested | EN 16139 level 2 | EN 16139 level 1, assessed | Not tested |
EN 16139 is the European strength and durability standard for non-domestic seating. RISE tested Bruno to level 2 and Philip to level 1, and assessed Freja and Svea as meeting level 1 on the basis of that testing.
Guides and answers
In-depth guides, one question each, and quick answers to the most common questions.
- Bar Stool Height Guide: 66 cm, 76 cm or a Custom Seat HeightChoose a 66 cm seat for an 89 to 92 cm kitchen counter, a 76 cm seat for a 99 to 102 cm bar.
- Counter Stools vs Bar Stools: What Is the Difference?A counter stool has a 66 cm seat, a bar stool a 76 cm seat.
- Kitchen Island With Seating: How to Plan the StoolsA 66 cm seat for an 89 to 92 cm island, and 55 cm of edge per stool.
- Kitchen Island Dimensions: Height, Depth and Seating SpaceAbout 90 cm high, 90 to 100 cm deep and 55 cm long per stool.
- How Many Bar Stools Do I Need for My Kitchen Island?Divide the seating side by 55 cm and round down; 50 cm for slim stools.
- Distance Between Bar Stools: How Far Apart Should They Be?55 cm centre to centre, 50 cm for slim stools.
- Kitchen Island Overhang for Seating: How Much Do You Need?30 to 40 cm of overhang on the seating side for comfort; 25 cm at the least.
- How Much Legroom Do Bar Stools Need? Knee Clearance Explained23 to 26 cm from the seat to the underside of the counter.
- Small Kitchen Island Seating: Stools That Save SpaceBackless, slim stools that slide under; a 110 cm island seats two.
- Best Bar Stools for Kitchen Islands: Which Model Suits Which Island?A full backrest for long meals, backless for small islands, a low back for families.
- Bar Stools With Backs vs Backless: Which Should You Choose?A backrest if you usually sit for more than about an hour; backless for quick breakfasts and small kitchens.
- Bar Stool Seat Width and Depth: How Big Should the Seat Be?41 to 47 cm wide for long sitting; 38 cm for short sits.
- Comfortable Bar Stools: Backrest, Footrest and Seat Shape ExplainedThe right height, a padded seat, a backrest, a footrest and room to move.
- Bar Stool Footrest Height: Why It Matters and What to Look ForAbout 40 to 45 cm below the seat.
- Swivel vs Fixed Bar Stools: Which Is Better for Your Kitchen?Swivel needs 60 to 65 cm a seat; fixed 55 cm, with no bearing to loosen.
- Custom Height Bar Stools: When You Need One and How It WorksCounter height minus about 25 cm, welded to order on our steel stools.
- How to Choose Bar Stools for Your Kitchen: A 6-Step GuideHeight, count, backrest, material, build, colour: six steps in that order.
- Bar Stool Glossary: Heights, Materials and Standards ExplainedEvery bar stool term, from counter height to Martindale, in one place.
- Breakfast Bar Stools: Height, Overhang and Choosing the Right StoolBar height minus about 25 cm: 66 cm seats for worktop-height bars.
- Open-Plan Kitchen-Diner: Island Stools, a Dining Table or a Kitchen Island TableStools with a 66 cm seat at the island, chairs of 46 to 50 cm at a 76 cm table, and 90 cm of floor behind both.
- Adjustable Bar Stools or a Fixed Height: Why a Welded Seat LastsA gas lift adjusts but can wear; a welded fixed seat at your exact height, 46 to 90 cm on our steel stools, has nothing to wear out.
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Materials & quality
- Oak Bar Stools: A Guide to Solid Oak Stools for Modern KitchensOak bar stools in solid FSC-certified oak: four models, 66 or 76 cm seats.
- Steel Bar Stools: A Guide to Metal Bar Stools That LastWelded precision steel, powder-coated, upholstered; the models we make in custom heights.
- Bar Stool Upholstery Guide: Vegan Leather, Velvet or Bouclé?Vegan leather wipes clean, velvet hides wear, bouclé feels warmest.
- Bouclé Bar Stools: Are They Practical, and How Do You Care for Them?50,000 Martindale rubs, OEKO-TEX, pet-claw tested: blot, never rub.
- Velvet Bar Stools: Durability, Cleaning and How to Style Them130,000 Martindale rubs and water-repellent: choose a dark colour for daily use.
- Wood vs Metal Bar Stools: Which Material Is Right for You?Steel for slim lines and custom heights; oak for warmth and a frame you can refinish.
- Black Bar Stools for Kitchen Islands: How to Choose and Style ThemBlack steel frames outline most islands; pair them with dark or light seats.
- Scandinavian Bar Stools: What Makes the Style, and How to ChooseNatural materials, simple lines and quiet colours, made to last.
- Are Expensive Bar Stools Worth It? How to Judge Build QualityWorth it when used daily: judge joints, tested strength, rated fabric and warranty.
- Bar Stool Weight Capacity: How Much Weight Can a Bar Stool Hold?We suggest 150 kg or more; every by Crea stool is rated for 200 kg.
- How Our Bar Stools Are Made: Inside the Factory in SwedenMade start to finish in our own factory in Sweden.
- Powder-Coated Steel Furniture: What It Is and Why It LastsA baked dry powder: harder than paint, chip-resistant, cleaned with a damp cloth.
- How to Clean Bar Stools: Care for Steel, Oak, Vegan Leather, Velvet and BoucléA damp cloth for frames, mild soap for vegan leather, blot fabric, felt pads under the feet.
- How to Fix a Wobbly Bar Stool: Causes and SolutionsFloor, pad, bolts or joint: test on a flat surface, then fix pads or tighten bolts.
- Are Metal Bar Stools Comfortable? What Makes a Steel Stool Easy to Sit OnYes, when you sit on upholstery with a backrest and a footrest at the right height.
- Commercial Bar Stools for Restaurants, Bars and Hotels: What to SpecifyStrength tested to EN 16139, with fire-rated, hard-wearing upholstery.
- Testing and Standards: How Our Bar Stools Are TestedBruno tested to EN 16139 level 2; Philip, Freja and Svea to level 1; oak not tested.
- Bar Stool Colours Beyond Black: White, Beige, Grey and Green KitchensTake the colour from the island: white or beige frames for pale kitchens, taupe for grey ones, oak in front of green cabinets.
- Replacing a Bar Stool Seat Cushion: Which Stools Take One and HowA Freja or Svea seat swaps with two screws; Eva and Ebba take a 2 cm pad; Philip and Bruno are upholstered for good.
7 questions
Frequently asked questions
What height bar stool do I need?
Measure your counter to the underside of the worktop and leave 23 to 26 cm of legroom. A 66 cm seat fits a counter of 89 to 92 cm; a 76 cm seat fits a bar of 99 to 102 cm.
What is the difference between counter stools and bar stools?
Height. A counter stool has a seat of about 66 cm for kitchen counters and islands; a bar stool has a seat of about 76 cm for raised bar counters. Most kitchen islands need counter stools.
How many bar stools fit at a kitchen island?
Divide the seating length by 55 cm and round down, or by 50 cm for slim stools such as Svea, Eva, Ebba and Freja. Allow 60 cm for Carl. A 120 cm island seats two, 180 cm three and 240 cm four.
Should I choose bar stools with or without a back?
With a back if you sit for more than about an hour, for meals, homework or work. Backless for quick breakfasts and small kitchens, where the stools slide fully under the worktop.
Can you make bar stools in a custom height?
Yes, on our steel models Freja, Philip, Bruno and Svea, welded to order in Sweden at any seat height from 46 to 90 cm. Our oak stools come in 66 and 76 cm.
Where are your bar stools made?
In our own factory in Sweden, from FSC-certified European oak and powder-coated steel. Every stool is delivered fully assembled and covered by a 10-year warranty.
How much weight can your bar stools hold?
We rate every by Crea bar stool for 200 kg. Separately, RISE has tested Bruno to EN 16139 level 2 and Philip to level 1, and assessed Freja and Svea as meeting level 1; our oak stools are not tested to EN 16139.
Find your stool
Which stool fits your kitchen?
Four questions to your seat height, how many fit and the stools that suit you.
Before you choose
Five things worth knowing.
Seat height, how many fit, back or backless, oak or steel and upholstery.
Which seat height fits your counter?
66 cm for most islands.
Measure to the underside of the worktop, then leave 23 to 26 cm of legroom.
Most kitchen islands take a 66 cm seat and most bar counters a 76 cm seat. If your counter falls outside both ranges, our steel stools can be made at any seat height from 46 to 90 cm.
| Counter height | Typical counter | Seat height | Legroom |
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| 89 to 92 cm | Kitchen island, standard worktop | 66 cm | 23 to 26 cm |
| 93 to 98 cm | Thick stone top, raised plinth | 68 to 74 cm, Custom | 23 to 26 cm |
| 99 to 102 cm | Bar counter, raised breakfast bar | 76 cm | 23 to 26 cm |
| 103 to 106 cm | Tall bar or breakfast bar | 78 to 82 cm, Custom | 23 to 26 cm |
Legroom: 23 to 26 cm
How many bar stools fit my island?
3 stools on 180 cm.
At 55 cm each, standard or slim. Drag to try your length.
Divide the seating side by 55 cm and round down, or by 50 cm for slim stools such as Svea, Eva, Ebba and Freja. A 180 cm island seats three.
- Standard stool
- 55 cm
- Slim stool
- 50 cm
- Carl
- 60 cm
With a back or without?
Our rule of thumb: a back for sits over about an hour.
As a rule of thumb, choose a backrest if you sit for more than about an hour. Backless stools slide fully under the counter, which suits quick breakfasts and small kitchens.
Oak
SteelOak or steel?
Warm oak or slim steel.
Oak for warmth, visible grain and a frame you can refinish. Steel for a slim line, more frame colours and custom heights.
- Oak
- Eva, Ebba, Ted, Carl66 and 76 cm
- Steel
- Freja, Svea, Philip, Bruno66, 76 cm and custom
300,000, Vegan leather
130,000, Velvet
50,000, Bouclé
Which upholstery?
Vegan leather, velvet or bouclé.
Vegan leather wipes clean, velvet hides wear, bouclé feels warmest. All three are above the 30,000 Martindale rubs usually specified for commercial seating.
Martindale rubs: vegan leather 300,000, velvet 130,000, bouclé 50,000.
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