Ottomans Buying Guide


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Ottoman Shapes

Round: The specialty of ottomans is that they pack utter comfort and reliability in a mere small framing, along with providing these benefits they are also very good looking. A round ottoman piece of furniture can help to add depth and dimensions to your room that may seem to be falling victim to a grid pattern. You can put a round ottoman in a conversation niche to have a better focal point for communication.

Square or cube: Square ottoman furniture pieces supplement the look of the cushioned furniture around it, no matter if it’s a matching ottoman design or an ottoman cube.

Rectangular: Majority of the new rectangle ottoman are sometimes inspired by coffee table or storage bench seats to give you excess storage, a good display, and a wide surface area. If you have the space then a rectangle ottoman furniture piece is the best thing to have as a living room centerpiece.

 

Fabric

Ottomans are loved and used widely, while buying an ottoman furniture piece the fabric of the piece is an important thing to consider. You should opt for a durable stain-resistant fabric, as it will be the best choice for you if you have kids or pets at home. You should think about buying slipcovers to allow easy cleaning. If you want a masculine vibe then you should favor leather, on the other hand, if you want something a bit more feminine, you should go for a floral design. You should go through various colors, designs, and textures until you find the one that suits you and your taste.

 

Construction

No one would want to have a furniture piece that would fall apart as they sit on it, so it’s better to note the craftsmanship and construction of an ottoman furniture piece before buying it. Make sure that it’s firmly built and the joints are strong.  

 

Style

There are a number of styles of ottomans in the market. Here are some styles that you can choose from:

  • Storage
  • Table
  • Pillow-top
  • Sleeper

Storage: Storage ottomans are designed in a way that they have an empty center for storing blankets and other such items in them.

Table: Table ottomans are really good display pieces and are very convenient for smaller places. You can place pictures on them or serve trays on them.

Pillow-top: Pillow-top ottomans are specially designed to be comfortable as well as being alluring footstools.

Sleeper: If you need to add some seating or sleeping place to your home then sleeper ottomans are the best choice for you. They can be folded to serve as a rectangular ottoman and when unfolded they serve as a bedding option.

 

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