Ottoman Beds

Gas-lift ottoman storage beds — the whole base lifts on gas struts to reveal full under-bed storage, the most of any bed type. Free 3-day UK mainland delivery, Klarna available. New to ottomans? Read our ottoman beds buying guide.

Questions about ottoman beds

How does an ottoman bed work?

The hinged mattress platform lifts on two gas struts to reveal full under-bed storage, then closes flush.

Are ottoman beds good for storage?

They offer the most storage of any bed type — the whole area under the mattress, roughly 4–6× a 2-drawer divan.

Ottoman vs divan — which is better?

Ottoman for maximum storage and small rooms; a divan if you have floor space to open drawers. The ottoman has no drawers to block bedside furniture — see our full ottoman vs divan comparison for the side-by-side.

Can you use any mattress on an ottoman bed?

Yes — a solid boarded base supports any mattress. Pocket-sprung and hybrid mattresses are the best all-round match.

Do ottoman beds come with a mattress?

No — the ottoman is the base; you choose the mattress separately so you can pick the right firmness.

Are ottoman beds safe and durable?

A quality ottoman with branded gas struts and a reinforced frame is very durable, and the struts hold the base securely while open.