Counter Stools : Decorating : Home & Garden Television

The color, style and texture of counter stools can provide a classic or contemporary look to your kitchen. From solid oak to vinyl, counter stools can make a great design statement.

This candy apple red creation is ideal for big families. The plastic and steel make it incredibly durable and the handle means it's adjustable to any height.

Your kitchen will always be in full bloom with this stool. The seat is covered in faux suede and the frame is steel that's been painted and baked on to ensure the paint won't chip off.

It's easy to see why this is nicknamed the "Swiss cheese stool." Its sleek look comes from brushed pewter and a vinyl seat so it's ideal for today's contemporary kitchen.

This stool has already made its TV debut on the sitcom Friends. It has maple legs with a steel footrest and the velvet-topped seat swivels so you'll never miss the action.

Stools come in different seat heights. To sit at a kitchen counter comfortably, the standard is about 12 inches from the top of the seat to the bottom of the counter.