Breakfast Bar Guidance

KevinDunn · Post by **KevinDunn** » Thu, Feb 22 2007, 9:33PM

All,

I am looking for some guidance in creating my first breakfast bar. I would like a basic kitchen island, but add a raised bar on the backside.

I am thinking I need to create a pony wall on the back side and save the assembly. Is there a more preferred method, or am I on the right track?

Thanks

Kevin

DaleKern · Post by **DaleKern** » Thu, Feb 22 2007, 9:38PM

Kevin,

I think you are on the right track. I typically will build the knee wall/pony wall as a 3 or 4\" thick section - allows for electrical outlets on the lower working side of the wall. I agree with your proposed technique - using an assembly. One or more cabinets create the island, another cabinet can represent the knee wall. Add the countertops and finish panels and it should sell itself. Good luck.

Dale

Denis L'Heureux · Post by **Denis L'Heureux** » Sat, Feb 24 2007, 6:21PM

I have done some very basic ones where the back has a negative top inset of 6\" raising it to 42\". This does not allow for electrical but can be built like a regular cab. If you are interested in this basic design, I can post a picture.

Granted the pony wall definitly looks bulkier and would add to the looks.

Cheers

KevinDunn · Post by **KevinDunn** » Sat, Feb 24 2007, 8:39PM

Guys,

Thanks for the input. I went with the pony wall method due to electrical concerns. It worked out fine.

I appreciate the help.
Kevin