The standard overhang of an island countertop on the side designed to sit at and tuck stools underneath is 12 inches.
Counter overhang for bar stools.
According to marble countertop overhang can help protect any cabinets or appliances installed below it.
15 overhang bar height seating 42 high.
Most countertops are 36 inches high and will accommodate bar stools or chairs that are slightly higher than dining chairs.
The recommended counter overhang also varies with the counter height.
18 overhang counter height seating 36 high.
Kitchen island countertop.
What is the measurement for standard countertop overhang.
Keep in mind that this is 1 inches over the front edge of the base cabinet.
From personal experience i think these are excellent recommendations.
Standard countertop overhang is 1 inches.
If you plan to extend the counter farther you need to add supports such.
Table height seating 30 high.
We have 15 and it s ok but my dh would have liked 18.
An important aspect of making your counter seating comfortable and functional is allowing for the correct amount of counter overhang.
The average overhang of a countertop is around 1 1 2 inches but countertops can be extended to allow for.
Any overhang over the minimum of 12 inches can be determined somewhat by your height and choice of stool.
If you have a taller island and therefore a taller stool you ll likely rest your knees at a lower angle.