Ottoman Beds in Dubai: Lift-Up Storage Beds Explained
Quick answer: An ottoman bed is a storage bed whose mattress platform lifts up on gas-lift struts to reveal a storage compartment covering the whole footprint of the bed. It is the most space-efficient bed you can buy, because it turns the largest unused space in a bedroom into a wardrobe-sized store for duvets, suitcases and out-of-season clothes. In Dubai, Adams Furniture makes ottoman and storage beds to order from AED 7,500, in UK, UAE or custom mattress sizes.
How does an ottoman bed work?
The mattress sits on a slatted platform hinged at one end. Twin hydraulic gas struts take the weight, so the platform lifts with one hand and stays open on its own while you load the base. Close it and the bed looks like any other upholstered bed. Ottoman beds can open from the foot, which is the most common, or from the side, which is useful when the foot of the bed faces a wall or a bench.
Ottoman bed vs drawer storage bed
Ottoman (lift-up) beds store the most. The whole base is one compartment, and you do not need space beside the bed to open drawers.
Drawer storage beds give easier everyday access for small items, but hold less and need clear floor space on both sides.
Divan beds, common in the UK, often combine a base with drawers. In Dubai, upholstered ottoman frames are more popular because they look like a standard bed.
Why ottoman beds suit Dubai homes
Apartments in Dubai Marina, JLT, Downtown and JVC rarely have enough wardrobe space, and even villa bedrooms collect spare bedding, pillows and luggage. Because most Dubai homes have no loft or garage storage, the space under the bed is the best place to keep things you only use a few times a year. An ottoman bed pairs well with fitted wardrobes and an end of bed bench.
How much does an ottoman bed hold?
A super king ottoman bed (200 x 200 cm) gives roughly 4 square metres of storage floor at around 25 to 30 cm deep, enough for several duvets, pillows, two large suitcases and seasonal clothing. The base is fully lined so items stay clean.
Our ottoman and storage beds
Kira Storage Bed, AED 7,500
Ashbury Storage Bed, AED 7,900
Nara Wavy Headboard Storage Bed, gas-lift ottoman, AED 8,500
Boucle Storage Bed, AED 8,500
Each is made to order in our Al Quoz workshop, in any fabric and in UK, UAE or custom sizes. Not sure which size to order? Read our UK vs UAE bed sizes guide first.
What to check before buying an ottoman bed
Gas strut strength should match the mattress weight. Heavy pocket-sprung or latex mattresses need stronger struts.
Opening direction must suit the room: foot-opening needs clear space at the end of the bed, side-opening needs space beside it.
Base height decides how much the bed holds. A deeper base stores more but makes the bed taller.
Lining and ventilation keep stored items clean and let the mattress breathe, which matters in humid summer months.
See all our frames in beds in Dubai, and complete the room with matching bedside tables and chests of drawers.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ottoman bed?
An ottoman bed is a storage bed whose mattress platform lifts up on gas struts to reveal a storage compartment under the whole mattress.
How much does an ottoman bed cost in Dubai?
At Adams Furniture, ottoman and storage beds start from AED 7,500, with the Nara gas-lift ottoman bed at AED 8,500, made to order in Dubai.
How much can an ottoman bed store?
A 200 x 200 cm ottoman bed gives about 4 square metres of storage at around 25 to 30 cm deep, enough for several duvets, pillows, suitcases and seasonal clothes.
Are ottoman beds hard to lift?
No. Gas-lift struts carry the weight of the mattress, so the platform lifts with one hand and stays open by itself.
Can an ottoman bed open from the side?
Yes. Ottoman beds can be made to open from the foot or from the side, depending on the layout of the bedroom.
Can I get an ottoman bed in a UK size in Dubai?
Yes. Adams Furniture makes ottoman beds to order, so they can be built for UK sizes such as 150 x 200 cm as well as UAE sizes.
Want an ottoman bed made to your size? WhatsApp +971 52 981 3180 or call +971 4 529 9742.
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