The height of 26" is better for our small statures. I was concerned when others noted that the white was really off-white but I have noticed that the color tone depends on the light. When my yellower lights are on, there is an off-white look. But under my pendants, the white is truly white. Love the swivel and the chrome goes well with my faucet and door/drawer knobs and pulls. Only downfall is that the width allows only three chairs at my island instead of four.