subject: Bar stools: Select the ‘retro' style [print this page] Bar stools: Select the retro' style Bar stools: Select the retro' style
Lot has been said about the barstools,which has now taken home dcor ideas by storm.These types of stools are much higher than the regular chair and are well equipped with the foot rest.Traditionally these are much narrow in shape and are typically made for higher tables.You are right;the high stools allow for rather higher view while eating,drinking and socializing in the home.
And if you want to add the charm of the good old days into living or dining area then zero down on the barstools in retro style.Well,ideally theretro'means almost any kind of style that is somewhat a throwback to recent history still we think of the soda fountain and sock hops theme when zeroing down on the barstools in retro style.In fact the soda fountain theme is a nice idea to integrate to your kitchen while still giving it a rather distinctive look.Although the popular choice for retro stool is red vinyl and chrome still there are a number of styles to choose from.
Well,the striking difference between most retro barstools in fact lies in three distinct areas like the sear,the legs and the back. Let us delve deeper to understand the retro style barstools. The Seat:Yes,you have got that right; one of the striking things about the retro stool is the red vinyl seat and chrome.In fact you can still get that retro feel without the red color and even of you try different material.In fact red vinyl seat is great if you have the retro furniture already however,if you want to give a try to this new look with barstools then zero down on the more subtle black or brown color to let it blend in well with other furniture.And if you want to add a bit of adventurous dash then there are light blue, purple, sparkly silver,and many other colors of vinyl available.
The Legs:To experience the true retro feel the legs of the stools should be in chrome.Most classic retro bar stool legs have one or two foot rests and you can even opt for a full column instead of the legs.