What do I need to consider when buying an ottoman bed?

Buying an Ottoman Bed

The holy grail of luxury sleep and functional storage solutions, the ottoman bed has revolutionised the bed industry. Your bed is probably the largest piece of furniture you have in your home so it makes sense to fully utilise the space provided. There are hundreds of colours, styles and other options to choose from on the market which can make it difficult to decide which one is right for you. Here is a handy guide to make buying an ottoman bed even simpler.

Style: Metal Gas Lift or Divan Ottoman?

Divan Ottoman

When someone refers to an ottoman bed, they are more often than not referring to the divan ottoman style. These are the premium ottoman due to their sturdiness and quality of materials used in their composition. If budget allows, these are the better option as they’re built from quality timbers to support your mattress more effectively.

The bed comes in two bases on all sizes from 4ft small doubles and above whereas 3ft single bases come in one piece. The bed will be delivered as divan ottoman bases with the pistons fitted requiring minimal assembly. The mattress will sit from edge to edge, making it a preferred option where space is limited. It is available as a foot end lift or side lift, meaning you can select the option which best suits your room layout.

The divan ottoman opens like a storage box to reveal the solid boarded floor where you can safely store your items to keep them dust free. Operating the gas lift ottoman tends to be easier than other ottoman beds as each individual base has two pistons, making a total of four in the bed. As with most of our products, the divan ottoman is manufactured by our skilled craftsmen in the UK meaning your options of colours, fabrics and headboard styles are limitless. All our divan ottomans sit on sleek silver glide feet.

A key consideration when selecting the divan ottoman is the availability of access to your room as they arrive in large divan blocks which need to be transported to your bedroom. Please refer to the dimensions specified on each product page for further details.

The main purpose of an ottoman bed is the ample storage space provided underneath your mattress. Ottomans are unique as they make use of the entire base area compared to smaller compartments and drawer beds, ensuring great space-saving. It really is as easy as lifting up the base to store away bulky and off-season items such as pillows, linens and throws. Divan ottomans provide two enclosed bases (4ft upwards) to store away the clutter.

Metal Gas Lift

Metal gas lift styles are usually slightly kinder to the pockets, boasting a sprung slatted metal frame. The sprung slats are rigid and supportive, constructed for longevity and durability. The interior base of a gas lift ottoman can vary greatly with some companies offering poor quality alternatives such as no floor or fabric floors. All Amare Living metal gas lifts come complete with a sturdy platform boarded base to create a confined compartment where you safely store your belongings and keep the dust out.

Bedstead ottomans arrive flat pack providing a great solution for bedrooms where access is difficult. These styles often provide a cleaner finish as the storage feature is confined within the side boards to create a stunning look.

Summary

Ottoman beds are the epitome of dream design, offering practical storage solutions whilst exuberating style. Ottomans are an ideal choice for expanding storage space without having to buy other bulky pieces of furniture. Amare Living offers a complete range of ottoman designs in both divan ottoman and metal gas lift style. Browse the Amare Living website if you are interested in buying an ottoman bed to find your dream ottoman today!