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American English vs British English

Countertop is a phrase originally coined in the US and Canada. Here in the UK, the same thing is more commonly known as the kitchen worktop or work surface. Likewise, the seats used with it, in the United States are called counter stools and in the UK we know them as kitchen stools. In reality they’re exactly the same thing, the only difference is their name. One aspect that does change is preference of style.

 

At the Heart of Your Home

Whilst the kitchen is the heart of the home and has remained the same over the years, the purpose of the counter / work surface has evolved with modern living. Once solely used for the preparation of food, now it’s a multipurpose and versatile accessory used for a multitude of activities, including eating meals, gathering the family round, along with other odd jobs such as completing homework.

Whether you call them counter or kitchen stools, the measurements for both UK and US stools are largely the same. A kitchen worktop measures approximately 90cm from the floor to underside, and the corresponding stools have a seat height of around 65-75cm. Read our Bar Stool Buying Guide for more information about calculating the right height to ensure optimum comfort.

Remember, you can find sizing and material details for all of our products in the 'Descriptions & Dimensions' section on each product page. If you'd like further helpful advice before buying your kitchen stools, don't hesitate to contact us.

We’ve carefully selected our range so they’re all the correct height for your kitchen worktop. Browse our full range of kitchen stools below.