When starting a new business in the food retail world, it is important to consider several aspects when choosing the right counter or display counter.
We answer the most frequently asked questions and give you some small tips!
What is the right height for a bar counter?
The height of a Bar Counter, by regulation, should be between 105cm and 115c, from the ground, to facilitate working conditions. As for the top used by Barlady and Barman, it should be 95cm with a platform width of at least 70cm to 80cm. This is because those who work behind the counter must necessarily have the space to be able to move easily without encountering particular obstacles. Several studies suggest that the counter should be
at least 35 cm wide to allow for work space and customer space.
Another aspect that should not be underestimated is the undercounter where the refrigerator and ice machine are located: depending on the beverage offering you want to offer, a fairly large space for the refrigerator will be needed.
Small tip: If you plan to set up seats at the counter, they should be about 75cm high so that you can cross your legs.
What material should the Display Bench be made of?
You can customize your bar counter with different materials, from lego to stainless steel, granite to aluminum. It is important that the material provides strength, ease of cleaning, practicality and durability.
Aluminum Countertops are perhaps the easiest to clean and maintain, and above all, they are ideal for minimalist and modern decor. Instead, the choice of Stainless Steel is ideal for its durability and incredible strength.
Wooden Countertops, on the other hand, provide a warm and homey environment and, depending on the wood chosen, also have a wide range of possible colors.
How do you choose the right bench for your business?
Many factors take over when choosing a counter for one’s business, such as design style, available space, history, tradition, and target audience.
For example, in a modern-designed business, a plain counter with simple, unobtrusive lines is essential, while in a Vintage-style business, the choice of aged wood for the counter is ideal. Of course, the style of the counter also changes according to the type of business.
We at Laforgia, for example, for the pastry world have come up with a unique and exclusive counter: Magnifico!
It is an unmistakably stylish counter, capable of giving a pastry shop a unique touch thanks to its attractive and modern design, but above all it is extremely functional:
– Opening refrigerated technology for cleaning the evaporator and all hard-to-reach parts;
– Extra-clear tempered glass that provides a better view of products and prevents light refraction and color distortion;
– Freshness of products guaranteed by circulating air filter and a disinfection device.
Each Display Counter or Bar Counter must have its own characteristics, not just aesthetic ones, which is why it is important to contact the specialists in the field.