So, you’re tired of the ordinary coffee table. You’d like something more versatile for your living room. Enter the cocktail ottoman. They can definitely spruce up your living room. And they can perform more than just one function. You can use it as a stool for friends and family who visit. It can serve as a footstool when you want to recline on your sofa. And it can be used as a table when you put out food and drinks to guests. As an added bonus, you never have to hear anyone tell you to get your feet off the coffee table ever again. But how do you choose the perfect cocktail ottoman for your home? Use our guide below to help you make the right choice.
What is a cocktail ottoman?
Before we go any further, we need to establish first what a cocktail ottoman is. If you didn’t know it before, ottomans come in a variety of styles. A cocktail ottoman, also called a coffee table ottoman, is one that features a flat surface on top (no buttons or tufting) where you can place your food and drinks. With some models, the top is reversible – one side has a table-like surface while the other side has a cushion. Others will have a top that features a tray underneath.
Typically, cocktail ottomans have very short, wide legs to make it look more like a coffee table as well as to provide stability to food and drinks placed on top of it. These footstools also usually come in two different shapes – square and rectangular – though you will find some that are round.
What size do you need?
There are two things you need to consider when choosing the right size. First, you need to make sure that the size of your new piece of furniture matches the scale of the ones currently in your living room. You want all the pieces to blend well together. Moreover, your ottoman should be at the same height as your other seating options. You wouldn’t be comfortable putting your feet up on it if it is taller than your sofa. The second factor you need to consider when choosing the size of your ottoman is space. You need to make sure that it fits in the available space without making the room look too cramped.
What about colors?
The choice of color is dependent on your preference. However, there are some things you need to keep in mind before you make a final choice. You can choose a color that serves as an accent in an otherwise monochromatic room. The color could match your other pieces of furniture. Or, you can choose a color that shows off your personality. Just make sure that it still complements the rest of the room.
What material should you choose?
Cocktail ottomans can be made of a variety of materials – leather, fabric, vinyl, velvet, etc. Leather is very durable and not easily susceptible to tearing. However, they are vulnerable to certain types of stains such as ink and oil. Moreover, leather ottomans tend to be more expensive. Fabric is great because it blends well with other types of furniture. It is also a material that is easy to maintain and clean. Plus, it is pretty comfortable. However, it can fray over time. Ultimately, the choice of material is a combination of preference and need.
What shape should you get?
Generally, square cocktail ottomans are best because they can easily “match” different styles of sofas. They also look the most like a coffee table. Round cocktail ottomans are perfect if you have limited space. Rectangular cocktail ottomans, on the other hand, provide you with more space for your food and drinks as well as seats for your guests.
- DIMENSIONS: 36"W x 36"D x 16.5"H
- HAND CONSTRUCTED using solid wood, engineered woods and upholstered with durable Distressed Brown Faux Air Leather
- LARGE INTERIOR STORAGE SPACE with split lift top
- MULTI-FUNCTIONAL large square ottoman can be used in, living room, family room as a coffee table, foot stool, accent furniture or provide additional sitting
- Design features tufted top
- DIMENSIONS: 34.1” W x 26” D x 18.5”H
- HAND CONSTRUCTED using solid wood, engineered woods and upholstered with durable Distressed Chestnut Brown Faux Air Leather
- LARGE INTERIOR STORAGE SPACE with lift top
- MULTI-FUNCTIONAL large square ottoman can be used in, living room, family room as a coffee table, foot stool, accent furniture or provide additional sitting
- Mid Century design and solid wood framed ottoman base
Cocktail Ottomans under $50
Cocktail Ottomans under $100
Cocktail Ottomans under $200
- DIMENSIONS: 18.1" D x 36.2" W x 18.5" H
- Hand constructed using solid wood, engineered woods and high density foam
- Upholstered with a durable Distressed Saddle Brown Faux Leather
- Features a top that easily lifts to reveal a storage compartment and child safety hinge to prevent lid slamming
- Multi-functional ottoman can be used in, living room, family room as a coffee table, foot stool, accent furniture or provide additional sitting
- Mid Century design includes solid wood framed ottoman base
- Materials: Faux leather
- Finish: Orange brown
- Tufted Top
- Sturdy Metal Frame.
- Matching Piping/Welt Trim Detail
- Made in USA
- Spot Clean with water
- Easy assembly
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- Dimensions: 39.4"W x 39.4"D x 17.3"H
- This contemporary yet classic piece will blend in nicely with your existing style while giving you extra seating and a place to rest your feet.
- Wood frame, synthetic legs, linen-look fabric
- Contemporary and comfortable
- A cozy addition to any room needing an extra seat or foot rest.
- Simple assembly; just attach legs.
- Free returns for 30 days. 1-year warranty.
- DIMENSIONS: 35"Wx 35"D x 18"H
- Hand constructed using solid wood, engineered woods and high density foam
- Upholstered in a durable Midnight Black Faux Leather
- Features large interior storage space with four flip over serving trays
- Multi-functional large square ottoman can be used in, living room, family room as a coffee table, foot stool, accent furniture or provide additional sitting
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