Ottoman With Shelf

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There's no hard and fast rule saying that an Ottoman has to be solid throughout. Not when we have tufted ottomans with shelves available for your viewing and purchasing pleasure. These are clever and more useful than just a standard Ottoman. Use the shelves for storage of books or other small things and rest your feet on the tufted surface while you luxuriate at the end of a hard day.

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A very comfortable and elegant piece for indoor use. This pretty ottoman is crafted of hardwood in distressed finish, with a sturdy top, a bottom shelf and turned legs. The seat is upholstered in a leather, button-tufted and well-padded for extra comfort.

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Elements Rubbed Medium Brown Wood Ottoman

A classic element that is not only a decorative, but also a useful piece of furniture. This ottoman features a durable wooden frame and soft filling. Its lower shelf enhances the storage capacity. The product is 18 inches high, 40 inches wide and 30 inches long.

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Round Leather Ottoman With Shelf

Spice up your living room with elegance and style, by using this large ottoman with firm filling. Features a square seat with diamond button-tufting and quality fabric upholstery, supported by straight wood legs with 1 wood bottom shelf.

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Leather Ottoman With Shelf and Hidden Storage Area

This beautiful ottoman boasts of black leather-like vinyl upholstery, tufted seating and exposed bottom shelf with two removable serving trays.

Buttontufted leather ottoman with shelf

It is an ottoman that can be a perfect addition in the living room. This stylish product improves the classicity of indoors. It has got strong legs made of hardwood and stylish button tufting on its top.

The lovely coffee table, which is upholstered by the faux leather. I really like the ottoman function of this table and the storage under the top. I think that it could be used as a bench too. It features the tufted dark brown top and wooden mahogany structure.

Tufted Leather Ottoman With Optional Shelf

This is a small, but very original and attractive piece of furniture. It is an ottoman that features a wooden and MDF construction. Its seat is filled with a soft foam and its lower part features a storage shelf.

Steve Silver Stevenson Rectangle Sandstone Upholstered Ottoman Coffee Table by Steve Silver. $346.99. Large bottom shelf. Solid rubberwood and birch veneer. Tufted top. Traditional style. Multi-step sandstone finish. About Steve SilverSince its founding i

Leather tufted ottoman with shelf in the lower area. Its distressed wood frame includes four legs for superior stability and support. Tufted and soft top of this ottoman is suitable for sitting and for serving coffee, snacks or drinks.

Coaster Furniture 500872 Contemporary Faux Leather Tufted Ottoman in Cappuccino with Storage Shelf 500872

Tufted Signature Ottoman

A fine piece of comfort and elegance for contemporary living rooms. This square ottoman can be used as a footstool, a cofee table, a decoration stand and an extra seat. It has an espresso-finished wood frame with an open shelf and turned legs, holding a button-tufted seat with off-white fabric upholstery.

Witch such a functional ottoman, you can have few different types of furniture instead of one. The ottoman has a wood frame with 1 bottom shelf, sculpted legs and a natural finish, while the top features diamond button-tufting and quality upholstery. You can also use it as a coffee table, a place for decorations and a comfy footrest.

Timeless tradition westminster cocktail ottoman

In the picture I can see a tufted ottoman in a square shape. Its neutral wooden frame includes a lower shelf and four legs. Upper area is button-tufted for more aesthetics and it provides a large space for serving trays.

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Ottoman With Shelf

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Caroline Patterson Interior Design Expert

Caroline is a New York-based interior designer and home decor writer with a strong focus on textiles and designer furniture. Drawing on rigorous training and a deep understanding of material quality and fabric care, she helps readers choose pieces that are both durable and visually refined, turning everyday rooms into cohesive, practical spaces.

Need a seating solution with an additional storage/display space? Consider getting a tufted shelf ottoman! You'll find the shelf underneath the cushioned top great for storage of magazines or display of knickknacks. As for the entire piece, it acts like a coffee table, a place where you can elevate your feet, and an additional seating area. A tufted shelf ottoman is definitely the best when it comes to multitasking in your living room.

What are the best materials for a tufted ottoman?

A shelf ottoman gets more use compared to all other pieces of furniture within a living room. That's why the risk of stains and spills is heightened. To ensure your ottoman doesn’t wear out sooner even when you have pets or kids, choose the one with a padded top made of acrylic or microfiber. Both materials are resistant to stain and incredibly easy to clean. They will also handle heavy use.

Your other great option is one with a pattern as it can hide stains better compared to a solid color. As the piece is tufted, it will collect dirt quicker compared to a flat covering.

Leather is also a great upholstery option as there’s no beating to its elegant look. It can give elegance to any space, and not just the living room. Even when it develops lines, the imperfections will just add to its authenticity and charm. Leather is relatively easy to maintain as well. But, we don’t recommend the material for households with pets. A scratch, unfortunately, leads to permanent damage. This applies to suede as well which looks as luxurious as leather.

How to style with tufted ottomans?

You'll find lots of ottomans with shelves in various styles, so there’s no reason for you to find the one that perfectly complements your existing furniture. You may go down the traditional or classic route of getting an ornate piece that has intricate woodwork. You can also opt for one that’s more contemporary with an unexpected pattern or shape. Think fully upholstered triangle-shaped furniture or even cylinders.

When you’re deciding on a style, don’t forget to think about the piece’s intended use so it can still address your needs. Check the ottoman’s construction accordingly. Maybe you’re looking for a large one so multiple people can share it. If so, then make sure that it is heavy enough that it can offer support without tipping. If possible, favor a piece with four strong feet.

How to coordinate an ottoman with your living room color palette?

Your tufted shelf ottoman doesn’t have to perfectly match the colors of your other living room furniture. Enjoy having the chance of adding a furniture piece that has a contrasting hue. Your ottoman will be able to offset the other pieces in your space. A great tactic you can use is getting a bold color (primary) and set it against your living room with a neutral tint.

You can also allow the piece’s construction to steal the show by having a unique frame with less fabric. Feel free to go out of your comfort zone when deciding on a piece. You can even experiment with several different combinations just to get the appeal or look that you want. An ottoman is a versatile furniture, so don’t underestimate it!