How to Choose the Right Bar Stool Colors for Your Kitchen
Colorful seating for every kitchen.
Whether you're planning a remodel or refreshing your space, the right bar stool colors complete any kitchen design. Unsure which to choose? Our guide walks you through every consideration, so you can confidently pick the perfect bar stool colors for your home.
1. Consider the Color of Your Kitchen
Before choosing bar stools, take a look at your kitchen’s existing color scheme. Consider the shades of the shelves, island, and floors to determine your space’s primary color palette. By choosing stool colors that complement your kitchen, you’ll maintain a cohesive color scheme.
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2. Create a Contrast
Bar stool colors provide the perfect opportunity to create contrast in the kitchen. Pick stools that juxtapose your kitchen’s current color scheme. We love how the metal-and-leather selections above contrast with the brightly colored island for visual interest – the dark colors ground the light and airy kitchen without feeling out of place.
If you want to add a pop of color to your kitchen, bar stools are a great way to make an eye-catching statement. Not only do they come in plenty of vivid colors, but they're much easier to swap than cabinets or countertops. The yellow seats above add bright colors and a streamlined design, while the wood legs complement the open shelving and hardwood floors.
While white kitchens are a classic choice, colorful cooking spaces are just as stylish. When choosing bar stool colors to go with bold cabinetry, opt for neutral hues that complement the space. The white-and-gray patterned stools above brighten the kitchen's deep blue color scheme.
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5. Match the Metal Finishes
Matching your bar stools to your light fixtures or hardware is a great way to create a cohesive kitchen design. This method balances the space by using matching finishes above and below the countertop. In the photo above, we love how the gold finishes throughout the kitchen warm up the cool gray cabinetry and crisp white backsplash tile.
Whether your kitchen is full of soothing neutrals or bold hues, wood brings warmth and natural appeal to any kitchen. Choose bar stools with wood legs and an upholstered seat for a cozy look, or go for a set with metal frames and wood backs to add the right amount of industrial style.
Matching your countertop color or design is another great way to choose a set of bar stools. Whether you have quartz or granite counters, coordinating your bar stools with the countertop color and material builds a cohesive design. We love how the gray bar stools in the photo above match the swirling white-and-gray marble kitchen island.
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