Kitchen island height

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Spanish What is the standard height for a kitchen island countertop? June 24, 2001

Question
What is the rule of thumb for the height of a kitchen island countertop (designed for sitting around on stools)?

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The last one I made was 40''. I don't know if that is a standard height, but it worked great for me.

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42 inches is standard for a bar top.

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36'' is a good working height and 24'' stools are the size you need.

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36" seems to be the accepted height, with 42" the height for bar tops.

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When seated add, 12" for countertop: 18" seat - 30" counter, 24" seat - 36" counter, 30" seat - 42" counter. 42" is also stand-up height (bar).