What are bedroom ottomans and how to choose them?

An ottoman is a useful and important accessory for the bedroom. What are the ottomans for the bedroom and how to choose them, you will learn in this article.

Ottomans - soft seats without backrests and armrests - were intended for ladies visiting balls in luxurious fluffy dresses. It was possible to rest in comfort and keep the outfit in perfect condition. Today a pouf is a multifunctional thing that creates coziness and comfort in the interior. Let's consider the main features of the products.

• Small size compared to conventional chairs and armchairs. The height of the products varies from 40 to 65 cm.

• Originality and variety of design options. You can choose a factory ottoman from famous brands, order a design option for an individual project, get creative and create a unique thing with your own hands.

• Mobility... Most of the ottomans can be easily moved around, changing the environment in the room.

• Multifunctionality... The modern interior is demanding for minimalism and comfort.

There are several variations of products according to the type of design.

• Wireframe are ottoman-banquettes, ottoman-tables, ottoman-bedside tables, beds, ottoman-chairs with a back without armrests. Models are available with an open or closed frame, with or without legs. In open versions of furniture, legs are visible: wooden, plastic, iron - depending on the style of the accessory. In closed models, they are hidden under the trim, which has an original design and will be a wonderful interior decoration.

• Frameless products with soft padded filling - stylish beanbegs and inflatable poufs have gained great popularity. This is a place for relaxation, loved by adults and absolutely safe for kids. The imagination of designers in the manufacture of these accessories is endless.

• Transformers are a seat that, with a slight movement of the hand, turns into a small sofa, folding bed or coffee table. There is a pouf cabinet with storage boxes.

The basis for ottomans is made of various materials: rattan, metal, OSB-plates, chipboard, plywood. Soft filler for products are:

• holofiber;
• synthetic winterizer;
• polyurethane foam;
• coconut flakes;
• buckwheat husk;
• sawdust of coniferous trees.

Natural materials are hypoallergenic, have useful properties, provide frameless models with ideal softness and comfort, but they also have disadvantages:

• short-lived in operation;
• problematic in leaving;
• may cause allergies;
• attractive to insects and mold.

Different materials can be used as decoration.

• Eco leather - safe, practical material. Fits perfectly with modern design or classic furnishings. Does not absorb moisture, has no unpleasant synthetic odors, but is afraid of pet claws and gets dirty quickly.

• Leather - expensive, durable and durable raw materials.Like eco-leather, natural leather does not tolerate cat's claws, but it gets much less dirty and washes better. Leather poufs, especially light-colored ones, are real luxury items and indicators of wealth.

• Faux suede - soft, pleasant to the touch fabric based on textile. Hygroscopic, hypoallergenic, scratch and abrasion resistant. Requires gentle care, non-moisture resistant, absorbs odors.

• Jacquard - natural hypoallergenic fabric, does not stretch, does not smell, dense and durable, but fade in the sun and does not like moisture. Looks elegant and stylish.

• Tapestry - durable, wear-resistant, based on jacquard weaving. Differs in the extraordinary colorfulness of the drawings. It looks expensive and impressive.

• Nylon - moisture resistant artificial material with a shiny surface. Does not tear, does not wrinkle or deform, does not create problems when leaving. In rare cases, it can cause allergic reactions.

• Chenille - blended soft fabric made of natural and artificial fibers, durable, colorful, with various textures. Environmentally friendly chenille is perfectly cleaned with special products, but does not like moisture, it dries for a long time.

• Flock - Practical and super strong material, especially Teflon coated flock.

• Velours - a relative of noble velvet. The fabric is soft, pleasant, but whimsical. Requires respect.

• Velveteen - material alternating velvety and smooth texture. Exquisite corduroy is not afraid of moisture, but does not like the sun, it wipes quickly.

• Microfiber - modern fabric, with a lot of advantages: wear-resistant, does not fade, does not stretch, does not deform and does not fade. Hypoallergenic, does not absorb odors, breathable, moisture resistant, not afraid of mold and mildew.

When buying, there are many important points to consider.

• Purpose... Think about the purpose for which you are purchasing the furniture. Whether the pouf will simply serve as a decorative addition to the overall ensemble of the bedroom or will play an important role in the interior: it will become an additional place for sitting or rest at night, will serve as a footrest for a folding sofa or armchair, allowing you to take a comfortable body position after a working day, will be a place for storing things ... It is advisable to purchase soft frameless structures with a dense, reliable cover for the children's bedroom, which do not pose a threat to the health and life of the child. A product of any design is suitable for an adult bedroom. The main thing is that the pouf does not interfere with others, and its color, texture, size and design are in harmony with the created interior composition.

• Quality... The density and durability of the fabric, ease of care and environmental friendliness are important, especially if there are animals and children in the house. The denser and more resistant to external influences the fabric of the pouf, the longer it will last, keeping its original appearance.

• Bedroom size... In a spacious room, it's easy to afford many more options and options. Here are good and soft decorative products of any shape, and voluminous poufs, chests, and roomy banquettes. In a small bedroom, a classic streamlined ottoman is appropriate, without sharp corners with additional storage space.

• Colour... Light tones and shades of furniture visually enlarge the space, pushing its boundaries and filling it with air. A dairy or white pouf goes well with light wood furniture: ash, maple, bleached oak, Karelian birch, beech. Intense bright colors are appropriate in a spacious room, making it visually warm and cozy. Here the pouf can become a separate decorative accent, echoing with other elements of the entourage: curtains, bedspreads, lamps.

• Style... The choice of color and material of the product depends entirely on the style of the bedroom.Classic monochromatic accessories with strict shapes will be ideal for a bedroom in any solution: from strict classics to clear and laconic hi-tech. Floral print - for light airy boudoirs in Provence and shabby chic style. The Moroccan-style ottoman is suitable for ethnic motives. Unusual design solutions in the form of hamburgers, caterpillars, soccer balls and emoticons will be the main decoration of the children's room.

A beautiful pouf for a dressing bedside table can become not only a place to relax, but also the pride of the hostess.

• Ottoman cream moire with chrome legs looks stylish with a dressing table-console.

• Graceful snow-white bench with carvings on curved legs in the Italian style looks festive and airy in an ensemble with a light interior.

• Large roomy white pouf will help you feel free to receive guests in the bedroom.

• Velvety armchairs in the form of voluminous flowers will become a luxurious decoration of a spacious bedroom or studio apartment.

• Leather frameless pouf in the children's bedroom - an irreplaceable thing for parents. You can put it under your feet and rest a little.

• Fur White Cube in combination with simple and laconic furniture will be the most attractive detail in the overall composition.

• If space permits, leather accessories will allow you to create an original design. in the loft style. Streamlined shapes and smooth white leather soften the overall composition.

• Products in ethnic style in the living room bedroom - a highlight in the interior.

• Moroccan pouf in the English style in combination with other knitted decor elements gives a special comfort to the interior.

• White pouf made of genuine leather looks harmonious in any setting.

• Bedside beige bench with flirty satin and velvet cushions add a playful boudoir vibe.

• Little butterflies, fluttering on the snow-white banquettes, add even more tenderness and airiness to the bedroom with a white suite.

• The cool sheen of the leather upholstery brings the necessary balance to a pood-colored set with flirty ruffles, bows and gathers.

• Fur white pouf kids will love it very much: you can curl up in it and fall asleep.

• Soft bright armchairs will add variety to the composition of the children's bedroom.

• Wonderful mouse-bench will become the best friend for the baby.

• Soft "eared" chair will cheer up both children and adults.