{"id":32422,"date":"2024-05-22T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-22T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/?p=32422"},"modified":"2024-05-10T20:54:37","modified_gmt":"2024-05-10T20:54:37","slug":"how-to-use-ottoman-in-bedroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/how-to-use-ottoman-in-bedroom\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use an Ottoman in Your Bedroom"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When weighing furniture choices for your bedroom, the biggies likely come to mind: a bed frame<\/a>, a couple of nightstands<\/a>, and a dresser. But have you considered adding an ottoman to your bedroom? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What exactly is the use of an ottoman in a bedroom? It turns out these pieces can be smart additions to a bedroom since they\u2019re multipurpose items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Ottomans are an elegant and incredibly functional addition to almost any bedroom because they provide two things that almost every bedroom needs: seating and storage,\u201d notes Amy Peltier, CEO of\u00a0Peltier Interiors<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ahead, you\u2019ll learn everything you need to know about how to choose an ottoman and how to best use it in your bedroom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is an ottoman?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During the time of the Ottoman Empire in modern-day Turkey, ottomans were low wooden platforms that were designed to be piled with cushions for seating, explains Peltier.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They were brought to Europe in the late 1900s but kept their name after their place of origin. Eventually, the ottoman went from a seat to being more of a footstool that was often upholstered and put near a fireplace or a sofa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of ottomans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that there are\u00a0rectangular<\/strong>,\u00a0square<\/strong>, and\u00a0circular<\/strong>\u00a0ottomans? Peltier adds that some have a top that lifts off<\/strong> \u201cfor amazing storage inside.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some are on casters<\/strong>, others are on legs<\/strong>. \u201cAnd then there is a great range of upholstery,\u201d says Peltier. \u201cLeather<\/strong><\/a>, fabric<\/strong>, tufted<\/strong>, and more.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to choose the best bedroom ottoman<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, Peltier says you\u2019ll want to select a size that works with your bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIf it\u2019s a\u00a0smaller space<\/a>\u00a0with the bed taking up much of its footprint, you\u2019ll want to make sure to scale the ottoman accordingly so that it is never blocking the flow in the room, especially between the bed and the door and the bed and the closet,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, you should ensure that there are at least 18 inches of space between the ottoman and the bed or the ottoman and a dresser, adds Peltier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly, when selecting an ottoman for the bedroom, Peltier always encourages clients to consider the storage option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s just always useful, for everything from a throw blanket to a convenient place to store magazines,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peltier also thinks an ottoman should absolutely match the rest of your bedroom furniture<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThink of it the same way you could with your throw pillows or curtains or other textures in the bedroom,\u201d she says. \u201cJust like other elements, the ottoman should complement the overall colors, patterns, and feeling of the space.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n

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Our best ottomans for the bedroom<\/p>\n \n \n \n

\n \n \"brienne\n <\/a>\n\n \n

\n Brienne Channel Ottoman<\/a>\n <\/h4>\n\n \n

Give your room an eye-catching accent with the sleek Brienne ottoman. Designed to pair beautifully with our designer bed frames.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n \n Shop Now\n <\/a>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

\n \n \"saatva\n <\/a>\n\n \n

\n Constance Tufted Ottoman<\/a>\n <\/h4>\n\n \n

Add a stately accent to your bedroom with the plush Constance Ottoman. Designed to pair beautifully with our designer bed frames.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n \n Shop Now\n <\/a>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

How to use an ottoman in the bedroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two primary purposes of the bedroom ottoman, says Peltier. One is seating and the other is storage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

“So often the only place to sit in a bedroom is the bed,” says Peltier. “Having an ottoman means you have another place to sit, whether you\u2019re putting your shoes on, adjusting your makeup, or taking a call.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Storage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is where we\u2019re typically storing our clothes, shoes, and so much more,\u201d says Peltier. \u201cAnd there\u2019s also a third use for an ottoman\u2014a convenient place to toss a robe, a jacket, or even a dress when you just don\u2019t have the energy to officially put something away.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to place a bedroom ottoman<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As for where to put an ottoman in the bedroom, Peltier says she loves an ottoman between the bed and a window\u2014or, if you have a chair or window bench in your bedroom, you can place it near there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Can you sit on an ottoman?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can absolutely sit on an ottoman, says Peltier. \u201cKeep in mind that they\u2019re lower than typical seats so you may get a little core workout in there as well,\u201d she adds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can you put an ottoman in a bedroom?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Definitely. It\u2019s a smart addition to a bedroom since it can act as storage and as a bonus seating option for putting on your shoes or talking on the phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should you store in a bedroom ottoman?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Peltier says throw blankets and winter sweaters are ideal for a bedroom storage ottoman. \u201cThink about things that are bulky and won\u2019t wrinkle when folded,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find the best ottoman for the bedroom at Saatva<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that we\u2019ve helped you see the benefits of a bedroom ottoman, know that Saatva offers a range of bedroom ottomans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a cool, modern look, the Brienne Channel Ottoman<\/span> can act like a bench at the end of your bed, featuring padded channel tufting for extra plushness and coming in three fabric options.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a more traditional feel, look to the Constance Tufted Ottoman<\/span>, punctuated with deep button tufting and also available in three fabric options.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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