This enables easy fit and avoids "leg squeeze," a common problem when you get a stool that is too high. Therefore, counter stools are built to sit around 10-11 inches under the top of that counter, having decreased seat heights of 24-27 inches. Diner styles are wonderfully retro creating a vision of chromed bases and vinyl seats in a wide range of classic colors. The characteristics of metal make this a solid choice. The durable properties of metal combine with great styling.