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Choosing the Right Restaurant Bar Stool

Dec 02
Posted by Daniel in Commercial Seating, Restaurant Barstools, restaurant seating

Swivel Bar Stool - Retro style In a previous post we wrote about metal bar stools. This time we are focusing mainly on the different types of stools available and on tips for choosing the best stool for you.

But first, some history:

Bar stools are not only for bars. They can be used everywhere, in restaurants, dining halls, pubs and even in your home kitchen. Comfortable dining is a requirement for customers that want to relax in your cafe or restaurant, so having the right bar stools can help in providing an experience that ensures they return.

Originally, stools were the worst kind of chair; there were no support and no arms attached to them. The basic stool consisted of three legs linked with a rod functioning as a foot-rest and a little flat seat on the top. The most prominent characteristic of these stools was the uncomfortable seat they held.

As times change, so does the quality of modern materials. Things are changing for the better and today, bar and restaurant owners have at their disposal restaurant bar stools which are not only more beautiful but more comfortable as well. In many instances it is even correct to assume that these modern commercial stools are more comfortable than their chairs counterparts.

Types of restaurant bar stools:

There are several types of restaurant bar stools obtainable in the marketplace. Some of them are discussed below: (more…)

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Quintessential Seating with Restaurant Booths

Nov 23
Posted by Daniel in Booths, Commercial Seating

Restaurant Booth

Restaurant booths top the furniture list of any restaurant or diner.

Nowadays most people prefer to add classy and decorative couches and sofas to better utilize the space in their restaurants to the maximum. The trend of fine dining has made restaurant owners think of ways to provide the most comfortable and enjoyable dining experience in their area using their restaurant’s furniture to do so.

Compared to the normal stylish chairs, booths have several advantages some of which are:

  • Comfort and intimacy – Usually you see simple plastic or designer chairs in a restaurant but nowadays people prefer to enjoy a more comfortable and intimate evening which is best provided by booths. Unlike chairs which usually expose the people to the surroundings, restaurant booths are designed to provide more privacy to the people sitting in them. This creates for the diners a nice, private and less crowded experience.
  • Décor – Once you decorate your restaurant with booths according to your theme you will notice a big change in your restaurant. It will add both charm and charisma to your restaurant’s space. This kind of charm will not be provided to the same degree if you base your decoration solely on chairs. (more…)
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Restaurant Furniture Design: Avoid Bad Booths

May 09
Posted by admin in Commercial Seating

Planning booths as part of your restaurant seating? Think comfort, think space, think square feet.

Use yourself as an example. You’ve probably sat in booths that weren’t exactly the height of comfort. Maybe some were overstuffed, making you feel like you are being pushed froward. Then there are the booths that have no space between the seat back and the table edge—no room to slide in, no room to breathe, crushed ribs feel like a certainty. Booths—usually the wood ones—whose seat backs are at ninety-degree angles to the seats are murder on backs. They seem designed to make people want to leave as soon as possible.

Don’t be a victim of poor booth design. And don’t make the mistake of squeezing into space that’s not sufficient. If your tables are attached to the walls or floor, there’s no way to remedy the situation of no breathing room. Make sure nothing gets nailed down until both booths and tables are physically in your restaurant. If you are ordering, make sure you have full measurements of the space in which the booths are to be placed, and don’t settle on a booth until you have the table selected (height, width, and length)–and vice versa.

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Restaurant Furniture – An Interior Design Check List

Mar 31
Posted by admin in Commercial Seating

The dollar amount you budget for the interior design of your space is contingent upon your location, clientele, finish types, quality of materials used and the design details unique to your environment.

Below you will find some generic topics used in restaurant design. Use this check list to determine if you accounted for most of your decorative needs.

• Flooring: ceramic tile, carpet, stained concrete slab, wood, linoleum, etc.
• Wall covering: paint, wallpaper, faux finish, wainscoting, wood panel.
• Ceiling: paint, moldings, tin ceiling, etc.
• Lighting: task, decorative, etc.
• Window treatments: blinds, curtains, shades, etc.
• Bars: size, style, equipment, finishes
• Furniture: barstools, tables, chairs**, lounge seating, etc.
• Tabletop: centerpieces, tabletop accessories, etc.
• Decorative accessories: artwork, mirrors, pictures, sculpture
• Fixtures: display fixtures
• New additions: new walls, conceptual architectural elements, etc.
• Labor costs: The list above represents material costs. Don’t forget labor
• HVAC
• Structural changes
• Sound Systems
• Acoustical considerations
• Kitchen equipment
• Flexible Nightclub lighting
• Design Consulting Fees
• Sprinkler Systems

This list is to help you get started. We recommend you consult with a professional. Interior Designers can help you save money by taking advantage of their planning, design and construction experience.
Design is a business just like running a restaurant, nightclub or other hospitality organization.
Entering into a renovation project without adequate knowledge can be very costly.

**Many people underestimate the cost of chairs. Chairs can range for $40.00 to $600.00. This range is based on quality and warranty given by the manufacturer. Remember, restaurant furniture set in a busy environment is subjected to extensive abuse. You should not approach furniture that is not backed up by manufacturer’s warranty. Please check carefully for delivery lead times – this is also important when replacement or additional seating is needed.

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