Best Double Ottoman Beds UK: Sizes, Storage & How to Choose

Last updated: August 2026

A double ottoman bed measures 4ft6 (135cm) wide by 6ft3 (190cm) long and is the most common bed size in UK homes. It offers a storage well of roughly 2.57 m² — the full footprint of the base — which is several times the usable capacity of a two-drawer divan of the same size.

Double ottoman bed dimensions

A UK double mattress is 135cm x 190cm (4ft6 x 6ft3). The frame will sit slightly larger than this — typically 5–10cm on each side depending on upholstery depth and headboard style — so measure the external frame size when checking your room, not the mattress size.

How much storage does a double ottoman bed have?

Storage scales directly with the bed's footprint, because the whole base lifts:

That is enough for a spare duvet, pillows and a couple of storage bags without packing the well tightly — leaving some airflow is worth doing, as sealed wells can trap moisture. See damp and musty smells in ottoman storage.

What room size do I need for a double ottoman bed?

Allow the frame footprint plus around 70cm of walking space on any side you need to reach. Also check vertical clearance — the base lifts to near-vertical, so make sure no window sill, radiator, shelf or sloped ceiling sits in the arc of the opening base.

Side-lift or end-lift for a double?

End-lift opens from the foot of the bed and suits narrow rooms where the bed sits between walls or furniture. Side-lift opens along the long edge and needs clear floor space to one side. In a typical UK double bedroom, end-lift is usually the safer choice. See side-lift vs end-lift.

What to look for in a double ottoman frame

• Solid timber frame — holds its joints under repeated lifting; particle board loosens at the bolt points
• Dual gas struts with the rating printed — a printed Newton rating means the part is specified and replaceable
• Deck type — solid platform for memory foam and hybrid mattresses; slatted for extra airflow
• Guarantee of 5 years or more
• Permanent fire-safety label — required under the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988

Double vs small double

A small double (4ft) is 15cm narrower and frees up meaningful floor space in a tighter room, at the cost of about 11% of the storage area. See our small double guide.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of a UK double bed?

135cm x 190cm, or 4ft6 x 6ft3. A small double is 120cm wide; a king is 150cm wide and 200cm long.

Is a double ottoman bed big enough for two people?

Yes — double is the traditional two-person size in the UK. Couples wanting more width per person often move up to a king.

What mattress fits a double ottoman bed?

Any standard UK double (135cm x 190cm) mattress. Match the mattress weight to the frame's strut rating, and use a solid platform deck for memory foam or hybrid.

How much can you store in a double ottoman bed?

The well covers the full 2.57 m² footprint of the base, typically holding a spare duvet, pillows and several storage bags. See how much storage an ottoman bed really has.

Related reading

See our ottoman bed sizes guide and what makes a good ottoman bed. Browse double ottoman beds or the full ottoman bed range.