Velvet Ottoman Beds

There are beds that store things and beds that look good. Velvet ottoman beds do both without asking you to compromise on either. Every frame in this collection is wrapped in plush velvet and opens on gas-lift pistons to reveal full-length storage underneath the mattress. Six headboard designs are available, from the deep diamond-button tufting of the Chesterfield to the bold chevron channels of the Vellure, across sizes from single to king.

What makes these velvet ottoman beds different from a standard storage bed?

Most storage beds give you drawers. They slide out from the sides, need permanent clearance to open, and the storage is split into separate compartments that won't fit a duvet. An ottoman storage bed works differently. The whole mattress platform lifts up on gas pistons, and what's underneath is one big uninterrupted space. On a king-size frame that comes to roughly 160 cm across and 220 cm deep.

That's more than enough for two full sets of bedding, out-of-season clothing, or anything else you want out of sight but within easy reach. The headboard and side panels are properly padded too, so the frame softens the room rather than just sitting in it. Every DHS velvet ottoman bed comes with a 1-year warranty covering the frame, slats, and gas mechanism.

Which headboard design is right for my bedroom?

The Chesterfield Ottoman bed frame is the most traditional of the six. It has deep diamond-button tufting across the headboard, a scrolled top, and a matching tufted footboard so both ends of the bed look finished. It's also the only frame here that comes in a single (3ft), making it the natural choice for a child's room or a guest room that's short on space.

The bed frames like Vellure have a 140 cm tall headboard with a V-shaped chevron channel-stitch pattern and is the only frame in the range available in blue velvet. The Winged Ottoman with Lines keeps things clean with deep vertical fluted channels on a 140 cm winged frame. The Ribbed Velvet Ottoman is the most understated, with a simpler ribbed texture and a lower starting price.

If you want the headboard and footboard to actually match each other, the Cross Puffed Ottoman is the only frame here that carries cross-puffed diamond panels on both ends. The Cross Velvet Ottoman sits between traditional and decorative, with silver nailhead stud trim running along the edges of the winged headboard.

Does the gas-lift storage on these beds require floor clearance?

It does, though the amount depends on which bed frame you go for. The Chesterfield uses a side-lift mechanism, meaning the mattress platform hinges up from one of the long sides rather than the foot end. You need around 60 cm of clear floor space along one side of the bed, but the foot end can sit right against a wall or fitted wardrobe without any issue.

Every other ottoman bed frame in this collection uses a foot-end gas-lift, which opens from the bottom of the bed and needs roughly 60 cm of clearance in front of it. Both mechanisms hold themselves open once lifted, so your hands are free to load or unload the storage. Before you order, it's worth measuring from the foot or side of your planned bed position to the nearest wall or furniture.

What sizes are available in the velvet ottoman bed collection?

The collection runs from single (3ft) through small double (4ft), double (4ft6), and king (5ft), though not every design comes in every size. The Chesterfield Ottoman is the most flexible, available from single to king across three colourways. The Ribbed Velvet Ottoman and Cross Puffed Ottoman both come in single, double, and king. The Vellure only comes in double and king, so it's best suited to shared bedrooms.

The Winged Ottoman with Lines is double and king as well, though some colourways have limited stock, so it's worth checking the individual product page. The Cross Velvet Ottoman goes down to single and small double. If you're specifically looking for a smaller frame, the single ottoman beds collection has both velvet and linen options across the full single size range in one place.

Can I use any mattress on a velvet ottoman bed?

All six frames use a slatted base, which works with memory foam, pocket sprung, hybrid, and latex mattresses without any compatibility issues. The slats sit above the storage compartment and stay in place whether the bed is open or closed, so there's no movement during normal use. DHS sells mattresses separately in the mattresses collection, sized to fit every frame from single to king.

One thing worth checking before you buy: headboard heights vary quite a bit across the range. The Ribbed Velvet Ottoman has a 104 cm headboard, while the Vellure and the Winged Ottoman with Lines both come in at 140 cm. That height difference affects how much of the headboard stays visible once the mattress and bedding are on, so it's worth factoring in if the headboard design is a big part of why you're choosing a particular frame.

How does velvet upholstery hold up over time?

Bed frame with upholstered velvet, is a pile fabric, which means the surface is made up of raised loops of fibre rather than a flat weave. That's what gives it the soft look and the slightly different appearance depending on which direction you're viewing it from. The colour doesn't fade in the way a printed fabric would, because the colour runs through the whole depth of the pile rather than sitting on the surface.

For day-to-day care, a quick vacuum with a soft upholstery brush attachment every week or so keeps the pile looking fresh. Work with the grain of the fabric rather than against it. If you get a mark on the velvet, a dry upholstery foam cleaner on a cloth works well. Too much moisture can flatten the pile permanently, and steam cleaners are best avoided entirely.

What colours are available across the collection?

Grey and beige run across the most frames and are the safest choices if you're not sure what works with your existing room. Grey tends to sit well in modern bedrooms and anything with a cooler or Scandinavian feel, while beige reads warmer and pairs naturally with wood furniture, cream bedding, or earthy tones. Every product page has lifestyle photography showing the frame in a styled room, which helps.

Light grey is available on the Ribbed Velvet Ottoman, Cross Puffed Ottoman, Winged Ottoman with Lines, and Cross Velvet Ottoman. Dark grey is available on the Chesterfield and Vellure, giving both frames a noticeably more dramatic character. Blue is exclusive to the Vellure in double and king only, and works particularly well in bedrooms with white or neutral walls and brass or warm metal accessories.

Do these beds need professional assembly?

No. All frames arrive flat-packed with all the fixings included and a printed step-by-step assembly manual. The gas-lift mechanism comes already assembled as a single unit and simply connects to the base frame during the build. Most people find it straightforward with two sets of hands, mainly because some of the components on the king size ottoman bed frames are on the heavier side.

DHS doesn't currently offer home assembly, but if you're ordering a small double or single frame, you'll find the parts are considerably lighter and more manageable. Once it's built, the frame doesn't need ongoing maintenance beyond occasionally checking that the gas-lift pistons are still moving smoothly.

What's Unique About Dream Home Store Velvet Ottoman Beds?

Most UK bed retailers stock two or three velvet ottoman designs at most. DHS carries six distinct headboard families in this collection, which means you're choosing between genuine alternatives rather than minor colour variations on the same frame. Over 240 customer reviews sit across the range, so the quality of both the gas-lift mechanisms and the velvet upholstery has been tested by real buyers.

Every frame comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 1-year manufacturing warranty covering the frame, slats, and gas mechanism. Sizes run from single to king and every design is available in more than one colourway. If you want a fabric bed without the ottoman base, the upholstered bed frames collection covers velvet and fabric options in the same size range. If you'd rather buy bed and mattress together, the ottoman beds with mattress collection has complete sets ready to go.