Ottomans & Footstools

Ottomans, footstools and benches that add somewhere to put your feet up, seat an extra guest and hide clutter at the same time. The range runs from 27 cm tufted footstools to 76 cm storage ottomans holding 67 litres, plus end-of-bed benches.

Ottoman and footstool types

• Storage ottomans — 19 L to 67 L capacities with hinged or removable lids.
• Reversible tray-lid footstools — flip the lid to turn a footstool into a side table.
• Tufted padded footstools — compact 27 cm to 40 cm designs in velvet and vintage finishes.
• End-of-bed benches — 100 cm and wider, in velvet with X-stitch and chenille detailing.
• Foldable ottomans — collapse flat when the extra storage is not needed.

How to choose an ottoman

Match the height to the sofa seat, not to the room — a footstool roughly level with the seat cushion is the most comfortable to use. If storage matters more than seating, check the litre capacity rather than the outside dimensions, since padding eats into the interior. A reversible tray lid is the practical choice where the piece doubles as a coffee table.

Ottoman FAQs

Can you sit on a storage ottoman?

Most take an adult's weight, but check the stated load capacity on the product page, especially for foldable designs.

What size ottoman fits at the end of a bed?

Aim for a bench slightly narrower than the bed — around 100 cm for a double, 120 cm or more for a king.

Are velvet ottomans hard to keep clean?

Velvet needs regular brushing but resists marks well. For high-traffic family rooms, chenille or a wipeable finish is easier.

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