An ottoman is a low upholstered seat with no back or arms. Its ideal height allows it to be used as a footstool as well as a seat. Some of them have hinged top or removable top for storage and some do not have.
An ottoman is a multi-purpose piece of furniture and can be a wonderful addition to any room, bringing a new pattern to your living room and creating a layered look. You can use the ottoman as an occasional chair, as a shoe-changing stool in the hallway or as a bedside table or dressing table in the bedroom.
There is a wide range of ottomans to choose from. Here are some of the more popular types:
Storage Ottomans
Storage ottomans have built-in storage space and are like upholstered storage boxes. They are usually square, rectangular or round and constructed with a flip-top lip or a separated removable top. The lid is well padded so you can sit on or rest your feet comfortably. And it provides storage for blankets, cushions, extra books, craft materials, TV remotes or anything else you don't want to clutter up your room. Many people want a storage ottoman for hidden storage, as there are many things they may want to keep inside a storage ottoman. An attractive storage ottoman will draw compliments for the way it looks on the outside and your guests won't know what's inside. In a nursery, they can be used to store children's toys, and in a hallway, they can be used as shoe containers and shoe changing stools.
Coffee Table Ottomans
Coffee table ottomans are generally longer, flatter ottomans. A coffee table ottoman in your living room beside the sofa is perfect for holding your coffee or other beverages while watching TV or gathering with family or friends.
The top of the coffee table ottoman is flat, with no buttons or tufting. Place a tray on top and you have a surface that is stable enough to hold a coffee service without spilling. Some ottomans have a built-in tray that sits in the centre or on the side of the ottoman to hold drinks or other small items. These can be removable or fixed. Some ottomans have reversible tops, with one side upholstered and the other side flat and hard.
More and more people are choosing a coffee table ottoman instead of a traditional coffee table because the coffee table ottomans are lightweight and easy to be moved to where you need them, they are more functional and most of them are more than a table, a seat, sometimes a decorative piece in your home. What’s more, they are safer for people with kids starting running around, you don’t have to worry about the sharp corners and edges.
Glider Ottomans
If you have a glider or rocking chair, a glider ottoman that moves back and forth with you is a great addition. If they have wheels beneath the legs, they will be easier to move. You can use them in the nursery, the family room or anywhere else in the house. Many of them are square and will fit in anywhere a rocker will fit.
Anyway, make sure you know what type of ottoman you want and consider the material, price, storage features, size, design or style and dimensions when making your decision.
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