Ottoman Beds UK

An ottoman bed is a frame with a hidden, full-base storage compartment that opens via a gas-lift mechanism, lifting the entire mattress to reveal storage space far bigger than any drawer. At Zenna, we design our ottoman beds in the UK, upholster them in nine fabric colourways, and build the lift hardware to actually last. Nine frames in the range, prices from £449 to £998, plus Klarna and Clearpay, both options are available.

How Does a Gas Lift Ottoman Actually Work?

Two gas pistons (think car-boot struts) sit on either side of the base. You pull the strap or handle at the foot or the side, depending on the design, and the pistons take the weight of the mattress as it lifts. It holds open on its own, so you’ve got both hands free. No spring noise, no straining your back, no mattress flopping shut. When pistons eventually wear, which takes years, they’re easy to replace.

End Lift, Side Lift, or Divan-Style: Which One's Right for Your Room?

Here is the breakdown of the lifts that we operate with,

End lift ottomans (like our Ada, Anya, Arden, Celia, and Iris) lift from the foot of the bed, best when both sides are pushed against walls or a wardrobe.
Side lift ottomans suit rooms where the foot of the bed sits flush against a wall, but you've got side clearance.
Divan-style gas lift, our Alima Divan Gas Lift Bed gives you the clean divan silhouette with full ottoman storage underneath. Honestly, an underrated option. Prefer drawers instead of a lift? Have a look at our divan beds or drawer storage range.

How Much Storage Are You Actually Getting?

A double ottoman fits roughly: two duvets, six pillows, a suitcase, off-season clothing, and still leaves room. A king or super king swallows considerably more proper “I don’t need a wardrobe extension” territory. That’s the real selling point. Unlike divan drawers, you use the entire footprint of the bed. Browse Tessa and Thea for our lighter-fabric options if you’d like the storage but with a softer, calmer aesthetic.

Will an Ottoman Bed Fit Your UK Bedroom?

Memory foam and hybrid mattresses sit beautifully on a platform-top divan. Pocket-sprung mattresses prefer a sprung base. Headboards are the styling moment to match for a calm finish, contrasting for character. Both Faye and Lexy take standard UK strut-fit headboards, so you’re not locked in later.

For more storage angles, see drawer storage and ottoman storage.

Find Your Divan Bed

Browse the Faye Art Deco Divan Bed and Lexy Divan Bed above, pick your size, fabric, and storage setup, and let the bedroom finally feel finished. For further quaries, email info@zenna.co.uk or use our contact page.

FAQ

Is the gas lift safe with kids in the house?

Yes, the pistons hold the base open securely, but supervise children near the mechanism, just as you would with any moving furniture.

Can I use any mattress?

Most UK-standard mattresses up to ~25–28cm depth work well. Memory foam, pocket sprung, and hybrid all fit.

Do gas pistons wear out?

Eventually, yes, usually after several years of regular use. Replacements are inexpensive and quick to swap.

Easier or harder to assemble than a divan?

Slightly more steps because of the lift hardware, but two people can do it without specialist tools. Allow about an hour.

Ottoman vs divan with drawers, and which holds more?

An ottoman, by a noticeable margin. Drawers are quicker for daily access; ottomans are better for bulk.

Ottoman Beds UK

Ada Ottoman Bed

Alima Divan Gas Lift Bed

Anya Ottoman Bed

Arden Ottoman Bed