Sitting at the perfect height for kitchen islands, breakfast bars, and pub tables, bar, and counter stools have a leg up on other seating options. Take this stool for example: perfectly suited for your home’s contemporary or traditional aesthetic. It features a full back, built-in footrest, nailhead trim, and a square seat. Front-to-back-sided stretchers (horizontal bars) funning from the front to the back of the stool’s legs add strength and support. This stool requires assembly upon arrival.