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The Ottoman Design Guide

EXPERT ADVICE FROM THE MAKERS

Everything you need to know about designing, specifying and buying a handmade upholstered ottoman or footstool.

Written by the craftspeople and upholstery specialists at The Ottoman Workshop.

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Choosing The Right Size

 

  • What Size Ottoman Should I Buy?
  • How High Should An Ottoman Be?
  • What Size Ottoman Goes At The End Of A Bed?
  • Which Ottoman Shape Is Best For My Room?
  • How Much Space Should I Leave Around An Ottoman?

 

 

 

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Choosing Storage vs. Non Storage

 

  • Should I Choose An Ottoman With Storage?
  • What Can I Store Inside An Ottoman
  • Are Storage Ottomans Strong Enough To Sit On?
  • Are Storage Ottomans Worth It?
  • Is A Storage Ottoman Better For A Living Room Or A Bedroom?

 

 

 

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Choosing The Right Fabric

 

  • Best Fabrics For Footstools And Ottomans
  • Can I Use My Own Fabric For An Ottoman?
  • Which Upholstery Fabric Is The Most Durable?
  • Should My Ottoman Match My Sofa?
  • How Do I Choose The Right Fabric For My Ottoman?

 

 

 

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Bespoke And Made To Measure

 

  • Can I Order An Ottoman In A Custom Size?
  • What Can I Customise On An Ottoman?
  • What Is The Difference Between Made-to-measure And Fully Bespoke Furniture?
  • What Bespoke Ottomans Can You Help With?
  • Can You Make An Ottoman From a Photograph?

 

 

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Choosing The Right Style

 

  • Which Ottoman Style Is Right For My Room?
  • Should I Choose A Buttoned Or Plain Ottoman?
  • How Do I Make An Ottoman Look Luxurious?
  • Which Ottoman Leg Should I Choose?
  • How Can I Design An Ottoman That Won’t Date?

 

 

 

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Ordering & Delivery Information

 

  • How Do I Order a Made-to-Measure Ottoman or Footstool?
  • How Long Does It Take to Make a Handmade Ottoman?
  • Should I Order Fabric Swatches Before Buying?
  • What Happens After I Place My Order?
  • How Is a Handmade Ottoman Delivered?

 

 

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