Ottoman Bed Frame & Gas Lift Bed Buying Guide

An ottoman bed frame (also called a gas lift bed) uses hydraulic gas struts to lift the whole mattress platform on a hinge, opening a large storage compartment underneath without moving the mattress. It's the most space-efficient way to add hidden storage to a UK bedroom. Every Eagle Bed ottoman base is handmade in West Yorkshire, backed by a 5-year guarantee, with free UK delivery and free fabric swatches, from £220.99.

End-Lift vs Side-Lift: Which Ottoman Opening Do You Need?

Opening type	Best for	Example
End-opening (gas lift)	Bedrooms with space at the foot of the bed; maximum single storage void	Ottoman Gas Lift Divan Base from £220.99
Side-opening	Bedrooms against a wall at the foot of the bed; easier day-to-day access	Side Lift Ottoman Storage Base from £249.99

Ottoman Bed Size Guide

UK size name	Dimensions	Fits
Kids Single	2ft6	Children's bedrooms, box rooms
Single	3ft	One adult, guest rooms
Small Double	4ft	One adult or two children
Double	4ft6	Two adults, standard UK main bedroom
King	5ft	Two adults, larger bedrooms
Super King	6ft	Two adults wanting maximum space

How Much Storage Does an Ottoman Bed Give You?

Because the whole mattress platform lifts on a hinge, an ottoman base cl