Table height seating 30 high.
Counter overhang for bar stools.
I have sat at 12 overhangs at counter height and found them too shallow.
The average overhang of a countertop is around 1 1 2 inches but countertops can be extended to allow for.
While some countertops may have different overhang measurements this is the number that is seen as standard for homes.
From personal experience i think these are excellent recommendations.
15 overhang bar height seating 42 high.
If you plan to extend the counter farther you need to add supports such.
According to marble countertop overhang can help protect any cabinets or appliances installed below it.
The recommended counter overhang also varies with the counter height.
Kitchen island countertop.
We have 15 and it s ok but my dh would have liked 18.
Keep in mind that this is 1 inches over the front edge of the base cabinet.
What is the measurement for standard countertop overhang.
An important aspect of making your counter seating comfortable and functional is allowing for the correct amount of counter overhang.
Any overhang over the minimum of 12 inches can be determined somewhat by your height and choice of stool.
Standard countertop overhang is 1 inches.
The standard overhang of an island countertop on the side designed to sit at and tuck stools underneath is 12 inches.
If you have a taller island and therefore a taller stool you ll likely rest your knees at a lower angle.