What is an ottoman tray?

Ottoman Decor A living room ottoman is often used as a footrest, a casual dinner table, or a spot to hold your remotes. Place a decorative tray on your ottoman, and you can easily use it as a coffee table.

What kind of tray do you put on a ottoman?

Trays that are large square or rectangular, work best. They are easy to display on and to move around. Trays that are oval or round can be used but they fit less. Clear trays are very popular because they don’t clash with the rest of your decor, but any good sized tray works well.

Can you sit on storage ottoman?

Yes, you can sit on it. I personally flip up the top and use it as a coffee table, but you can sit on it. It also has the two little ottomans inside which are good for a pinch or kids.

Why do they call them Ottomans?

Ottomans were first introduced into Europe from Turkey (the heart of the Ottoman Empire, hence the name) in the late 18th century. Usually a padded, upholstered seat or bench without arms or a back, they were traditionally heaped with cushions and formed the main piece of seating in the home.

What goes on an ottoman?

8 Best Uses for Your Ottoman

• Foot stool. We’ll tackle the most common purpose of the ottoman first.
• Extra hide away seating. We’ve all experienced that exasperating moment when we have more guests than seating to offer to them all.
• Coffee table.
• Additional storage.
• Bed bench.
• Aesthetics.
• Sofa bed transformation.

How do you style a rectangle ottoman?

Style an ottoman with multiple trays

1. Try an eclectic mix of colors shapes sizes and patterns.
2. Use a square, round or rectangular tray.
3. Add organic materials of wood and fabric.
4. Stack books that match your interest or hobby.
5. Use found objects as accessories.
6. Make a bold statement with oversized accessories.

How do you style a large ottoman?

What’s the difference between an ottoman and a footstool?

The difference between an ottoman and a footstool is that an ottoman’s design and upholstery coordinates with an existing piece of furniture, and a footstool typically does not match a specific chair nor does it have to be upholstered.

How much weight can an ottoman hold?

Most ottomans can support at least 200 pounds, and some can support up to as much as 660 pounds or more! The weight capacity should be included with the ottoman you purchase. There are several very strong, sturdy ottomans that can double as seats when necessary. Some can also collapse when not in use for easy storage.