DIY bar stool

Home is a place where it is always pleasant to be. You feel cozy and comfortable in it. Sometimes you want to make some changes to the interior that will please the eye. Unused spaces in large and spacious rooms, for example, a living room, kitchen or hall, especially require innovation.

The presence of a bar counter will fill the empty space with a special style and will surprise you with its versatility. If you are determined to purchase, then in addition to it it is worth purchasing additional accessories. After all, at a minimum, you need to sit on something at the counter.

But it is not always possible to find this piece of furniture with the desired design. This article will tell you exactly how to make a bar stool correctly and tastefully.

Choosing a bar stool design

The design of the furniture should be combined with the color scheme of the room and the objects in it. It should also fit the bar counter. If the room has white walls and the bar counter is dark in color, then it would be a good idea to paint the chairs to match the color of the walls.

The design depends on the design. It’s best to think it through in advance. It is necessary to take into account the number of legs, which are normally at least 4 pieces for reliability. Think through all the components in great detail:

1. Decide on the height. This parameter depends on the bar counter.You can make it at a certain height at once, or add adjustments. The second option will create a versatile piece of furniture that can be used for any situation.
2. The back and armrests are made according to the individual's wishes. An ordinary classic bar stool is made without these components. They may be required to create a certain style that fits perfectly into the interior. In another case, they are made when the bar counter serves as a dining table.
3. Furniture of this type must have a footrest. With its help, many people will find it easier to climb.
4. The upholstery will give a pleasant feeling to those sitting, because not everyone may like to sit on a flat surface.

What materials and tools will be required

Before you start, you will need to have some tools nearby:

• Hammer;
• Screwdriver;
• Drills 3 mm and 6 mm;
• Self-tapping screw;
• Drill;
• Jigsaw;
• Sandpaper;
• Bit;
• Hacksaw;
• Roulette;
• Pencil;
• Corner;
• Fasteners;
• Glue;
• Brushes;
• Varnish.

How to make a bar stool with your own hands? You need to pay special attention to the material from which the product will be made. If you decide to make it from wood, then the strongest and best quality will be beech, maple and oak, pine and birch are a cheaper option.

Step-by-step manufacturing process

When all the details are available and everything is thought out to the smallest detail, then you are ready for the process of creating chairs for the bar counter with your own hands. Set yourself in a positive mood, be confident in your actions. Only in this case everything will turn out great and according to plan.

The first step is to make a drawing. You will not waste your time creating it, since this is the basis of all work.If you have never done this before, it is recommended to find ready-made drawings on the Internet. This will make it much easier for you to connect all the parts together.

It is this point that determines what the result will be. Measure the length from the floor to the bottom edge of the tabletop - this is the height of the future product. Sketches will help in your work, as thanks to them you can see the approximate result of the work. Please note that the normal distance from the chair to the counter is about 30 centimeters.

Now you need to make two circles and a square (one will be the seat, and the other will be the base for attaching the legs, which is slightly smaller than the first). These shapes can be cut with a jigsaw. But if you are not confident in using it or are just a beginner, then order the exact size of the figure.

IMPORTANT! The thickness of the materials for the seat should not be less than 20–30 millimeters.

Make supports from thick bars no less than 50 to 50. Place the plane in a vertical position and do this several times. Make them thinner towards the bottom. For the back, you need to increase the length of the rear legs by 35 centimeters. Make places for gluing in them at a height of 30 centimeters.

Footrests should be made from small blocks. They will significantly strengthen the structure. At the ends, cut out the tenons that are necessary to connect to the legs. The spikes should be rounded.

Glue them together with special glue.

In a small figure, punch holes under the supports and secure them together with screws. Metal corners give the same effect.

Attach the larger form on top to the self-tapping screws in the structure.

Place the workpiece on the floor to adjust the horizontal position.

Sand the entire surface of the furniture and coat it with a special wood varnish.

The recess in the chair is created using a hand saw. Then you need to cut the surface with an arc and plan it using a chisel. Finally, the seat is sanded and attached to the structure.

For upholstery, use batting or foam rubber. Take good quality fabric, you can use artificial leather. On the reverse side, apply a layer of glue along all edges. Apply glue to the filling and fabric. Place batting on the seat and cover it with upholstery material, for example, dermantine. Secure everything with a stapler.

How to decorate the finished product

This process is most interesting for creative people. Decorations for bar stools with your own hands (photo) generally delight each of us, and in accordance with the selected elements you will find spiritual harmony. Decoration includes creating upholstery of any color.

You can also change the color using paint. For lovers of various patterns and oriental themes, order wood carvings from the master from drawings that suit the interior of the room. It would be a good idea to change the shape of the backrest or simply reupholster it in exactly the same way.

Decorating the finished product is not so difficult; show your imagination. To do this, it is enough to be inspired by some idea on the Internet or from other people.