What are the ideal dimensions to use when adding kitchen eating area?
I'm adding an eating area in my kitchen that is "counter-high" not "bar-high".Can someone please tell me what is the "ideal" dimension I should have between the wall and the end of the counter? that is, to be able to accommodate a person without having them hitting their knees against the wall.Any and all info is greatly appreciated.
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Hi Robert, this is Peggy. Here are the standard height I hope you are looking for. Good luck with your project.
For countertops, the established standard is for the top of the countertop to fall about 36 inches above the floor. So widely accepted is this standard is that base cabinet manufacturers build all their cabinets to a height of 34 1/2 inches, assuming the countertopthickness will be 1 1/2 inches.Jul 16, 2018
What Is the Optimal Kitchen Countertop Height? - ThoughtCo
https://www.thoughtco.com/optimal-kitchen-counter-top-height-1206599
https://www.remodeling.hw.net/products/kitchen-bath/guidlines-for-kitchen-island-functionality
https://homeguides.sfgate.com/much-clearance-needed-undercountertop-seating-83614.html
You need at least 3 ft. for the chairs but this is tight. Are there large people who visit often? Then you may want to add more passing room than counter room. If you have regular guests in wheelchairs, the counter height is more important than passing space, in general. I can turn around in a square yard, but some people need more space. But the end of a table or low counter is often the most convenient. Jewell
Thanks to ALL who replied!
so very kind of you to do that.
I got the answer I needed: the answer is 12 inches.
Ha! Ha! I hope all your friends and relatives are swimsuit models! I really would like to see your project on Hometalk. Please take lots of photos and choose the best one to show each step, up to 10-12. Best wishes! Jewell