Outdoor Ottomans
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There are plenty of things you can use to put your feet up while you're outdoors, but none of them are as comfortable as an outdoor Ottoman. These are wonderful in specifically designed for outdoor use, with weatherproof exterior and hearty design. They are made of the best outdoor materials and will work well as a chair or footrest. See collection for more.
Our Picks
Rattan outdoor ottoman
As well as some fabric options, this 31” x 24” ottoman comes in two delightful rattan designs. They both translate into a timeless, versatile look. This will make it a breeze to match the rest of your patio furniture.
Designer Advice:
Rattan is an excellent choice for outdoor ottomans. It’s strong, reliable, and weather resistant. This means you can keep it in your garden seating area, even if it’s not sheltered underneath a patio roof. Plus, rattan designs are particularly lightweight. So, you’ll be able to move your new ottoman around easily whenever needed.
Fabric outdoor ottoman
Bay Isle Home™
This round ottoman (just under 21” in diameter) is actually inflatable. So, you’ll get to deflate it and store it away whenever you wish, saving even more space. It also has a practical side handle for you to carry it around.
Designer Advice:
Unless you’re placing your new ottoman underneath a roof, stick to fabric designs that are specifically waterproof or water-resistant. Otherwise, you’ll run the risk of finding mildew on them, eventually. Untreated fabric can also fade after being exposed to direct sunlight for years. For example, this model consists of poly-spun fabric that’s both water repellent and UV-resistant.
Monochrome outdoor ottoman
Joss & Main
Find this water-resistant polyester ottoman in fifteen different colors. From versatile neutrals to bright accent hues, you’ll be guaranteed to match the rest of your patio seating area. Its compact 18” design is ideal as a footrest or spare seat.
Designer Advice:
If your existing patio furniture already relies on bold patterns, it’d be safer to choose a monochrome ottoman. Keep everything cohesive by selecting it in one of your palette’s colors. Alternatively, if your furniture involves only one shade, this outdoor ottoman can be your chance to introduce a lively pattern.
Patterned outdoor ottoman
This 18” x 16” outdoor ottoman consists of 100% PVC. This means it’s both UV- and water-resistant. While it can match different styles, its cream and navy design is especially indicated for nautical and coastal patios.
Decorative patio ottoman
Steelside™
This outdoor ottoman is bound to steal the scene with its exotic orange, ivory, and light-blue design. It measures 20” x 20”. So, you can use it as a practical coffee table for drinks as well as a footrest or spare seat.
Contemporary outdoor footstool
This outdoor ottoman is just as stylish as those you’d find inside a living room. Luckily, it’s also weather- and UV-resistant, so you won’t have to worry about mildew or fading fabric. Plus, it’s big enough for you to keep some drinks and snacks at hand.
Versatile outdoor footstool
Sol 72 Outdoor™
This model really spoils you with choices. With a cushion in twelve different finishes, you can easily find the right one to complement your outdoor furniture. Its resin wicker base in a vanilla cream hue inspires a delightful casual vibe.
Outdoor ottoman with removable cushion
UV- and mildew-resistant, this 29” x 25” ottoman showcases a rattan design in a versatile black finish. It’s topped with a comfy cushion in a white, mist, or mocha shade. It’d look divine in contemporary and traditional spaces, in particular.
Designer Advice:
Choosing an ottoman with a removable cushion is much more practical. That way, you’ll get to wash its cover periodically instead of just wiping down the entire thing with a cloth. A cushion will also help you reinforce the homely feel of your patio furniture.
Practical outdoor ottoman with cushion
Winston Porter
This is a fantastic multi-purpose piece. Whenever you want to use it as a spare seat or footrest, you get to make the most of its soft cushion. If you need some room for drinks, however, don’t worry: you can place the latter inside the empty slot.
Set of outdoor ottomans
Keep your entire seating area cohesive with this set of two identical ottomans. Their sloped design makes them ideal as footrests at the very base of your chairs. You get to choose between a dark gray and natural wicker finish.
