HOW TO FIND THE PERFECT KITCHEN ISLAND HEIGHT

36 Inches is the recommended kitchen island height but we always want to make it look better.

Determining the perfect height for your island is not nearly as difficult as it may seem. As per KitchenInsider  910mm (36inches) is the standard height for kitchen island. Although we all know that there’s an exception to the rule. There are a couple of things to consider as you get started. We’ve broken down everything we believe you should consider when picking the perfect height for your island and the stools that go with it.

Singular Height

Do you want your island to be all one height? Or are you looking for your island/bar to be multi tiered? This answer will lead you into almost all the information you need. 

Counter Height

Typical kitchen islands start at counter height. This is because standard base cabinets come in the same size between 35-37” off the floor with the counter.

Bar Height

If you want a bar height island you are looking at 41-43” from the floor with a counter. In kitchen spaces this can happen when the outer edge of the island is raised, making your island two different levels. 

Bar Stools

When purchasing bar stools you are typically given two choices: counter height or bar height. This is where we’ve found people can get confused. Now that you know the difference between counter height islands and bar height islands I am guessing this decision just became a little simpler to figure out. You are looking to have stools that fit correctly under the height of you island, leaving enough room for your knees when sitting at your island. 

You may also want to read our How To Place Kitchen Island Guidelines here.