Bar & Counter Stools in Portland, Oregon
The right bar stool or counter stool turns a kitchen island from a workspace into the center of your home. What's New Furniture carries bar-height, counter-height, adjustable, and swivel stools, plus consigned finds.
Heights: Bar vs. Counter
Getting the height right matters more than anything else. Counter-height stools (26") are designed for standard kitchen counters and islands (36" high). Bar-height stools (30") pair with raised bars and pub tables (42" high). Not sure which you need? Measure your counter and subtract 10–12 inches for a comfortable seat height. We also carry adjustable-height stools that work at either level, useful if your home has both a counter and a bar.
Styles & Materials
Wood stools: Solid oak, walnut, and mango frames for a warm, natural look. Metal stools: Iron, steel, and brass finishes from industrial to modern. Upholstered stools: Fabric and leather seats for comfort at long dinners. Rattan and woven stools: Coastal and bohemian styles for a relaxed kitchen. Available in swivel, backless, low-back, and full-back configurations to match your counter layout and traffic flow.
Kitchen Island & Home Bar Applications
For kitchen islands, we typically recommend stools with a low back or backless design so they tuck under the overhang cleanly. Swivel stools are ideal for islands where you're turning between the counter and the room. For home bars and pub tables, a full-back bar stool with a footrest provides more support for longer seating. Need a matched set? Check each listing for the quantities available.
New + Consigned
Our consignment program brings in sets of barstools and counter stools. Consigned stools are approved and priced by our team and sell quickly, so if you see a set you like, don't wait.
Complete Your Dining Space
Pair your stools with a table from our dining room furniture collection, or browse dining chairs for standard-height seating. See all seating options in our chairs collection.
Bar Carts & Home Bar Accessories
Complete your home bar setup with a stylish bar cart. Rolling bar carts in gold, brass, and matte black finishes work for entertaining, displaying spirits, or serving as a mobile coffee station. A bar cart paired with a set of counter stools turns a kitchen island or bonus room into a functional bar space.
Frequently Asked Questions
What height bar stool do I need for my kitchen island?
Measure your counter height. Standard kitchen counters are 36"; use a 26" counter stool. Raised bars are 42"; use a 30" bar stool. Leave 10–12 inches between the seat and the counter surface.
How many bar stools do I need for my island?
Allow 24–28 inches of counter space per stool. A 6-foot island typically fits 3 stools comfortably. An 8-foot island fits 4.
Should I choose a stool with a back?
Backless stools tuck fully under the counter and keep the room feeling open, while stools with backs are more comfortable for long meals. Swivel stools make it easy to get in and out.
Tip: Check that your feet rest on the footrest or floor and that your knees clear the counter edge.
Complete Your Kitchen or Dining Space
Pair bar stools with a counter-height dining table or use them at your kitchen island. Browse our dining room furniture collection for matching tables and chairs, or check mid-century modern furniture for retro-style stools with hairpin legs and walnut finishes.
New & Consigned Bar Stools
We stock bar stools from brands like New Pacific Direct and LH Home, plus consigned barstools. Check our newest arrivals, since consigned pieces come and go fast.
Height and comfort matter most with stools, so check the seat height against your counter and the footrest height against your legs before you decide, and ask our Portland or Cedar Mill team if you have questions.