Guide to Outdoor Table and Chair Heights

What's the difference between bistro height and bar height tables, and what size chair is needed? Our Guide to Table and Chair Heights covers the standard sizes of outdoor tables and chairs. After determining what size and type of outdoor seating best suits your needs then it’s time to consider what materials are best for your climate and location. Our Guide to Outdoor Furniture Materials can help you make the right choice! Once tables and chairs have been selected, add an outdoor rug to define the space and a patio umbrella to keep it in the shade. Check out our Guide to Umbrella Sizes for a great resource on determining what size umbrella and base is needed for your desired shade coverage.

Patio Table & Chair Heights

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  End Table | Accent Table

  End tables are available in a variety of styles and materials. The most common height of an end table is 19 inches. End tables work well at the end of a sofa or loveseat, or paired with smaller chairs for creating compact seating areas.

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  Coffee Table

  Much like their indoor counterparts, outdoor coffee tables are a great addition to seating sets and sectional sets. Adding a coffee table to your outdoor entertaining space can easily create more of a complete feeling to your outdoor room. Commonly around 19 inches high, they're available in many materials including cast aluminum, wood, and polymer.

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  Fire Pit Table

  Fire Pit Tables are 20-25 inches high and work well with club chairs, Adirondack chairs, and more. Adding a fire pit table to your outdoor space is guaranteed to deliver instant ambiance. Make s'mores over your fire pit table in the summer months or cozy up to the fire on cool nights. The most common fuel source is propane, but other options include wood and natural gas. Occasionally, fire pit tables are offered as a counter height option.

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  Bistro Table | Café Table

  Bistro tables are slightly taller than a traditional coffee table and are most frequently paired with a set of two outdoor dining chairs. Adding a bistro table to your outdoor space can help to pull everything together and serve as a functional and stylish piece of furniture.

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  Dining Table

  Dining tables, or standard height tables are typically 26-30 inches tall and are the most common table height. Because of this, they are available in a huge variety of sizes, finishes, and designs. When pairing dining chairs with dining tables, the best seat height is 16-19 inches.

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  Counter Height Table | Gathering Table

  Counter height bar tables are 31-39 inches tall and are perfect for delivering a casual elegance to your outdoor dining area. They're also great for smaller patio spaces because they typically take up less space than a traditional dining set. Counter height bar stools typically range from 21 to 27 inches.

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  Bar Height Table | High Top Table

  Perfect for sitting or standing, bar height tables commonly range from 40 to 49 inches, while bar height bar stools are between 28 and 33 inches. Bar height bar sets are perfect for parties or for casual dinners with the family. They are a great addition to add some personality and functionality to your outdoor space.