TheraPur® Shallow Ottoman Divan Bed Base

Name: TheraPur® Shallow Ottoman Divan Bed Base
Brand: TheraPur
SKU: 361-02690
Price: 700.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.77 (75 reviews)

Pros & Cons

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Highly applauded for the spacious storage that caters to the expanding needs of a family.
Super king-size option makes it an attractive purchase for those in need of larger bed sizes.
Recognised for ease of assembly, making the product user-friendly.
Quality in construction and mechanics ensures longevity and robustness.
Frequent mentions of its aesthetically pleasing design add a touch of elegance to bedrooms.
Lightweight lifting mechanism, specifically noted even when fully loaded with a mattress.
Renders a useful solution for keeping children's toys and bedding concealed.
Made a clear impression with its sturdy build and superior craftsmanship.

Some customers had issues with initial assembly due to misplaced instructions and having to open up the base to access the bed legs, which proved to be a bit challenging.
While the bed is well constructed and offers ample storage, a few customers found it slightly difficult to manage the base when the mattress is removed as it tends to rise up regardless, making repositioning of the mattress a bit cumbersome.
A handful of customers felt the bed was quite high, especially when paired with certain mattresses, which could potentially pose an issue for individuals with specific height preferences or mobility issues.

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Why our sleep experts loved it

The TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman could be the perfect sleeping and storage solution for your bedroom. This hand-crafted ottoman bed base offers sublime comfort and the convenience of substantial storage space. The bespoke style of this ottoman allows you to create a personalised sleeping environment, aligning with your preferred aesthetic and functional needs.

Who would this product suit?

With a range of customisation options, the TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman is suited to anyone who values individuality in their home décor. The ottoman's side-opening storage depth of 20cm provides valuable space for storing bedding, clothing or miscellaneous items, making this product ideal for those with limited storage space elsewhere in their bedroom.

Who would this product not suit?

While the TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman offers many benefits, it may not be to everyone's liking. The assembly required might prove a bit taxing for those not inclined towards DIY tasks. The bed does rise up once the mattress is removed, which could render the process of changing the mattress slightly tricky.

What did customers like?

Reviewers praised the TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman for its generous storage capacity, high-quality build, and ease of use. Customers appreciated the substantial space beneath the bed, noting that it was an excellent solution for storing extra bedding, pillows, and personal belongings. Many customers commended the quality of the materials used, mentioning the aesthetically pleasing upholstery choice. Last, but certainly not least, users highlighted the ease of operating the side-opening ottoman mechanism, even when a mattress was in place.

What did customers dislike?

Some customers voiced concerns related to assembly. The product requires self-assembly, which proved challenging for some users. A few mentioned that the instruction manual was not immediately located, leading to confusion during installation. Others expressed dissatisfaction with the fact that the bed base lifts when the mattress is removed, making the task of mattress replacement more difficult.

Key features you should know about

The TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman is a top-tier product that offers a range of appealing features. It's upholstered in a luxury twill, velvet or soft touch fabric, and is available in several sophisticated and distinctive colours, even animal-print designs. You can select from four tasteful leg styles, and the ottoman includes side-opening storage with a depth of 20cm. Handcrafted in the UK, this bed base includes a 10-year guarantee for your peace of mind.

Our review

Following a thorough evaluation, we highly praise the TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman for its blend of elegance, practicality, and customization. With an ample storage depth of 20cm, this side-opening ottoman offers a surprising amount of concealed storage. The variety of fabric finishes and leg styles lets you customize your bed to suit your unique tastes and existing decor. This ottoman is a fantastic choice for anyone seeking a blend of comfort, style, and practicality.

What makes this product better than some alternatives?

Unlike standard bed bases, the TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman goes beyond providing just a comfortable sleeping surface. The built-in storage capacity makes it a practical choice for those needing extra space. Its customization options also set it a step above some alternatives, allowing users to match the bed to their exact aesthetic taste.

Overall impressions of the product after testing

Our overall impression of the TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman is conclusively positive. With an appealing aesthetic, generous storage capacity, and the opportunity for creative personalisation, this ottoman bed base checks all the boxes for an impressive bedroom furnishing. However, we would recommend that potential buyers be prepared for some assembly challenges. Nevertheless, with a bit of patience and some DIY skills, the TheraPur® Slimline Ottoman's benefits far outweigh this minor inconvenience.

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References (1)

TheraPur Shallow Ottoman Divan Base Assembly Guide
https://dreams.a.bigcontent.io/v1/static/Dreams_New_Assembly_Guide%20(2)

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4.77 - 75 reviews

Rolastef

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4

Quality and style combine in the TheraPur Shallow Ottoman Divan Bed Base. The useful side-opening ottoman storage was a standout feature to me, adding a hidden depth to this bed base. Upholstery choices also gave a wide range of customization, which was a hit. However, assembly was slightly tricky, making the experience a mixed bag for me. Aesthetically and functionally successful, just be prepared for some effort in setting it up.

Audrey Arnold

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5

Elegant and capacious, the TheraPur Shallow Ottoman Divan Bed Base added a touch of luxury to my room. The animal-print design is seriously trendy, with the bonus feature of its exceptional ottoman storage capacity. It's practicality and aesthetics combined.

Adeel Farooque

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5

Love the storage space this TheraPur Shallow Ottoman Divan Bed Base offers The Ottoman feature is very convenient allowing easy access to tidy away things. But the assembly was a bit of a task. Still, a great buy

Smart purchase

via wantmattress

4

Pleasantly surprised by the Ottaman storage, quite ample and robust. However, found the base setup to be a bit challenging and instructions not instantly locatable. Overall, a solid product for the price.

Lnwr20

via wantmattress

5

Seamless storage solution The ottoman base is a game changer, incredibly easy to use and provides ample space. Love the customisation options, too. Highly recommended

Sara Faye

via Dreams

5

My first proper bed base purchase! I couldnt resist as I love the leopard print- only went for the base as I had a headboard that I thought would work nicely for my style! Theres plenty space in the ottoman and the guys delivering and assembling the bed were lovely. The only thing I would mention is it is very high, it feels like Im in a hotel bed, which isnt a bad thing just will take a while to get used to. The quality is great, as well as the print and the fabric. Money well spent!

Verified Reviewer

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5

Fantastic bed frame that is very practical. Would deffo recommend them building it for you, they did it so quickly and all we had to do was add the bed sheets.

Fatmazeynep

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4

It is a high quality divan and very well designed ,has big storage which take all kids toys and bedding

Downsized retiree

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5

Ottoman bed - perfect, just what I wanted for the spare room - stylish but with storage.

Sammgar

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5

Great bed, solidly put together with plenty of storage, colour is amazing as well

Verified Reviewer

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5

Very happy with my new bed has room to put things away and very comfortable

Claire35

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5

Excellent bed, too high for me but perfect now I have taken the legs off.

Moneypenny

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5

Beautiful bed Leopard design excellent product

Auntie San

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5

We recently downsized our house and opted for the TheraPur Ottoman Divan Base to use for storage. Having always had a divan with drawers, we were amazed at the amount of storage space in the ottoman, not only do we have the bedding in there, but there's loads of extra room which we use for towels and other items. The divan is really well made and the lifting and closing of the base is very easy...and the mattress stays in place which I was amazed at! I am now wondering how I ever managed with a drawer divan for all those years. Absolutely delighted, and would highly recommend to anyone looking for an ottoman divan.

Verified customer

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5

Shopping for a bed (something I hadn't done in over 20 years) was made incredibly easy, by all the helpful staff in the shop. All my questions were answered in an understandable manner, making the whole shopping experience very enjoyable. Rob, the manager, was very understanding when I had to delay delivery of the bed, again, making life much easier for me. My bed was finally delivered by two brilliant guys, Ken and Mark, for whom nothing was too much trouble. The whole experience from start to finish was very enjoyable. Thank you

Mrs Grooms

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5

Amazing bed, love the grey fabric, lots of space underneath to fit all of my hubbys clothes and my shoes. Dreams were fantastic when the fitters noted on the first base that the staples had not gone into the wood underneath the material properly, potentially causing it to rip at a later date. They called customer service & arranged for a replacement base to be delivered. The second base came, was replaced easily, no fuss, no questions, couldnt have asked for better service.

Jade.H

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5

I browsed in the Broadstairs store for a new base & mattress on a budget. Kai was quick to offer help and recommended a mattress he had himself. After trying several in store I was happy to take his recommendation and it's perfect! I was also looking for a particular style of bed base (one my kitten cannot destroy easily!) and I am very pleased he also helped me find a suitable one that also has storage space inside. Very happy customer, Thank you Kai!

Kate from Cambridge

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5

The Diva base is very spacious for storage and easy to operate. It come apart easily for moving the bed and the feet unscrew in case the bed is too high which is was for us with the mattress we chose. All in all a good quality build. The only thing to watch out for is that when the mattress is removed the base will rise up regardless and is not so easy to put the mattress back onto. Not the sort of thing that will happen frequently but worth noting.

MJMx

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4

Bed base is good once assembled. Lots of storage, reasonably constructed, we are anticipating using it for a long time. Looking at it in the showroom, assembly seemed straightforward enough, but it turned out to be more of a challenge than anticipated. We didnt find the instructions straight away, and feet were inside the bases, so we had to open them up, then re-strap the lids to assemble. Not easy with 2; I would not have managed it on my own.

Anon 64

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5

Exactly as we saw it in the shop. I feel there needs to be more guidance as to which divan can be sold with which bed-head as we were very confused by the end of it. The item is strong and sturdy enough and holds plenty of storage. Sadly arrived with a small tear at the back of the bed-head but it doesn't show or detract from the item. Dream very kindly gave us a monetary return when escalated as a concern. All in all, very pleased.

SJMK

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5

We needed a firm base with storage, but with easy access to keep dust-free underneath, my wife has asthma and is very sensitive to dust. This base filled all our needs, the ottoman-style lift-up storage is practical, has lots of space for spare quilts, pillows, etc., and there's enough space underneath the bed to pass the vacuum cleaner. The whole bed, base+mattress, is quite tall but that's not a problem for us.

PellyBee

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5

Really very happy with this ottoman base. Seems solid and well constructed, and I'm particularly happy that it has a solid base instead of the commonly used hessian bottom. Super easy to lift and put down and lots of space for storage. Just what I wanted. The legs do raise it quite high off the floor so i would advise choosing a shallower mattress than I did, as i do feel a bit like the Princess and the Pea!

Deep slumber

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5

I have been very pleased with the Therapur Shallow Ottoman in superking size. The sections in which the bed was delivered were just small enough to go up a narrow, awkward staircase up to the second floor. The ottoman gives plenty of storage and is quite easy to open. It has provided a good base to the mattress, the fabric is nice to the touch and I like the dark green pine colour.

The dreams

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3

Nice fabric finished nicely, come mainly together. Found the internal nut fixing was inside the top part of the ottoman, had to make a hole and use a magnet to get it out, then had to use the bolt which went in well tight all the way, to fix the two ottoman tops together. Disappointed with this as it was expensive. Feels sturdy seems well made.

V Satisfied

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5

A well made product that is so easy to use, plenty of storage space in a bed that would otherwise be wasted. Great mechanism that lifts a large super king mattress with ease. And as a bonus, our robot vacuum cleaner can get underneath and keep it clean underneath, so no more dust! An excellent choice.

Katie91

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5

I absolutely love my new bed. Thanks to the lovely lady in the shop helping us to find the right mattress for us. The super king size ottoman is perfect for our expanding family It was super easy to assemble too I would 100% recommend dreams to anyone looking for a new bed.

MODreams

via Dreams

5

This base allows for true personalisation, with a range of colours and legs allowing you to create your perfect base, alongside functional ottoman storage. Amazing choice of matching headboards also allows you to complete the look!

Jonesy007

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5

Great bed, excellent quality with good advice provided in the store to ensure we selected the correct mattress. Stylish bed frame and wonderful amount of storage which is easily accessible.

Verified customer

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5

Purchased this bed from dreams Charlton so pleased with the service provided and the price i got it for , the product is well built and of high quality and i'm absolutely chuffed with it

LJB123

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5

Perfect Storage Solution. More than enough space to keep Summer / Winter wardrobe clothes and bedding hidden away so has freed up wardrobe. Has enabled me to be a bit more organised!

ChrisH5

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3

Bed's fine. Perhaps you shouldn't pack the legs inside it, tape it closed then warn of dire consequences if untaped and opened without a mattress on top when assembling..?!

Colonel2

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4

Originally when delivered only 4 legs so setup could not be completed. Delivery guy came back in his own time two days later when the rest of the legs had been delivered.

quality product

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5

Great service everything was explained to details, delivered on time, very happy with the all services and product, easy light Ottoman when lifting very happy

Gigsy

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5

Lovely style of bed just what we wanted. We came into store just to have a quick look around, and thanks James we came away with exactly the bed we needed

Mrs Heather T

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5

Really lovely ottoman bed, so easy to lift up and theres loads of storage space. We wanted a side opening ottoman and it works perfectly. Very happy.

KerryR

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4

Bed is excellent for storage and looks great. Wasnt the easiest to join the two base halves together though as the bolt holes didnt match up fully.

Ninjabob

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5

We bought the above bed frame and mattress and we have had the most comfortable nights sleep weve ever had complete with pillows and mattress topper

KMit

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5

Smart, quality bed base with really useful storage. I love the style of the base and it fits perfectly with our mattress choice. I would recommend.

Sophie M-E

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5

Excellent ottoman king size bed. Easy to open with no need to remove bedding. Raised off floor so room to vacuum underneath and avoid dust pools.

Peter Rabbit

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5

The masters and bed are brilliant. The bed has a proper bottom of the bed instead of the usual cloth its actually got a hard board bottom.

Marilena P.

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5

Lots of storage and very well made. Dark green colour is lovely. Bought together with Hemlock Headboard. Service and delivery excellent.

Chelliott

via Dreams

5

Lovely sturdy bed base with plenty of storage. Love the stylish legs. The delivery was on time and they assembled in about 15 mins!

Verified customer

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5

We were sceptical about whether or not the bedding would slide off when we lifted it but it doesnt! And is really easy to lift up

John R R

via Dreams

5

It is stylish, comfortable and has plenty of storage space. There is also space underneath for slippers and other small items.

Deb bed owner

via Dreams

5

Fantastic ottoman, I love the design its off the floor on.legs, very spacious & ease of opening & closing. Brilliant design

Jean Dell

via Dreams

5

Excellent storage and easy to access the boxes. Total bed area is used up for storage which is good for bulky goods.

Jopam

via Dreams

5

Bed excellant, delivered as promised at the time given, quality of bed great, making for an excellant nights sleep.

MS001

via Dreams

5

Easy to use bed, great storage, lovely colour. Higher than I thought it would be with mattress but still love it

Jimfras

via Dreams

5

Fantastic bed, strong and loads of storage space underneath as well as being a very smart piece of furniture

AndyB*

via Dreams

5

Great choice made with help from our salesman. Ideal base with excellent storage capacity and easy opening.

Verified customer

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5

Perfect bed for our requirements with a side fitting ottoman very easy to use even with matress in place.

A Lafferty

via Dreams

4

The bed goes together but is very fiddly,I would pay for it to be put together. Excellent storage space.

sir Jason

via Dreams

4

This bed I just right for us. Nice and comfortable. And the space you get underneath is just right too

Verified customer

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5

Bought this as a superking size bed . Lots of room for storage. Good looking , well made bed.

LesleyM

via Dreams

5

Gives me loads of storage, just what i needed. Very easy to lift regardless of its size.

Big operator

via Dreams

4

This was the second bed we bought from Dreams. The first one hadnt been a great success

Seymour_KL

via Dreams

5

Comfy to sleep in, cool through the night to avoid getting to warm, highly recommend.

mhemm

via Dreams

5

good storage bed fits a lot of items and easy to lift even with mattress on top.

JDHowe

via Dreams

5

Lovely solid bed with ottoman. Easy to use and lift. Lovely material and colour

Debbie baker

via Dreams

5

So comfy, great quality. Best buy for my new life. Excellent qualirty of goods.

Rich J66

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5

Amazingly comfortable bed. Brilliantly installed. Thoroughly recommended.

NickSt

via Dreams

5

Great lots of storage, looks good. Lifting the ottoman a bit heavy perhaps

Millsie

via Dreams

5

Excellent service, mattress so comfortable & bed very stylish! We love it

Mrs Steele

via Dreams

5

This is in evrry way the perfect bed, no sleepless nights with this one

Lynne 0253

via Dreams

5

Well made, nice cover, easy to use, light to open and mechanically sound

PHHH

via Dreams

5

Extremely comfortable. Moulds to the body for all round snug comfort

JackyF

via Dreams

5

New bed excellent. Lovely make and model with loads of storage

JBob

via Dreams

5

Hotel look in an average bedroom. Nice looking, good storage.

Mr G K

via Dreams

5

Great bed, easy to assemble with a decent amount of storage.

Lilew

via Dreams

5

Fabulous storage bed, wonderfully built and beautifully made

Joshuabirch

via Dreams

5

Great ottoman bed base, well made and works really well.

Ged Torrens

via Dreams

5

Love the colour and size of the bed. Storage is massive

Verified customer

via Dreams

5

Beautiful comfortable bed the best night sleep ever

Meggie moo

via Dreams

5

Loads of space under what is usually a wasted area

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Questions and Answers About The TheraPur® Shallow Ottoman Divan Bed Base

Prospective customers had the following questions about the product

Mjr82

Are the contemporary leg styles sturdy and well-built?

Answer: Customers who have purchased the product have verified that the contemporary leg styles are indeed robust and well-constructed, offering a fine balance of style and stability. - Tayyaba

Miss Reeves

Is the ottoman storage of the bed easy to access and large enough for use?

Answer: Going by customers' feedback, the side-opening ottoman storage is convenient to use and offers generous space of 20cm depth for storing possessions.

Terry1964

Is it easy to lift the ottoman storage and does it feel heavy?

Answer: Based on reports from users, lifting the ottoman storage is effortlessly accomplished. The design supports ease of use without feeling overly heavy.

Liz23

Is the bed comfortable and supportive enough for a good night's sleep?

Answer: People have expressed contentment over the product's comfortability and supportive platform top, which provides a conducive sleep environment.

Anonymous

Does the anti-slip fabric effectively hold the mattress in place?

Answer: Yes, customers have positively remarked that the anti-slip fabric effectively ensures the mattress remains securely in place.

Cathy501

Exact size of boxes that come with superking ottoman. The website is not changing the packaging size when I have selected superking

Answer: The divan is not delivered in boxes, it is delivered wrapped in plastic, with the base split into two sections. For the super king each section is 100cm x 90cm x 30cm.Many thanks

AW82

Does the single ottoman come in one or two parts? What are the dimensions? The website suggests that the single comes in two parts. Can you confirm the dimensions on the website for 2 packages are correct (because those dimensions don't seem to add up)?

Answer: This was unfortunately an error and it now been corrected. The correct dimensions and package are:Package 1:Weight:28 kgMeasures:35 x 95 x 195cmMany thanks

VHMG

Can this be assembled to hinge on either side or does it only open on the side shown in the photos?

Answer: This can be positioned at one side however the divan can be rotated so the hinge lifts in your preferred direction. Thanks, Dreams

SarahO'C

Hi, How do I order the TheraPur shallow ottoman divan bed to have a right side opening? I'm not given the option on the website. Thanks

Answer: You would just need to rotate the divan head to toe to which preference you have on the opening of the ottoman.Many thanks

Wimble52

It says max mattress weight for the super king ottoman base is 50kg but the Therapur 3600 Glacier zip and link I want weights 60kg. Would using this invalidate the 10 year guarantee?

Answer: The ottoman would not be able to stay up if the mattress is heavier than the maximum weight suggested.Thanks,

Elenaetp

It says it takes a mattress up to 65kg. Does it include a bracing mechanism to stop a heavy mattress slipping off when the otoman is open? My mattress is estimated to weigh 58-60kg. Many thanks.

Answer: The mattress has a non slip fabric on the ottoman to stop mattresses from sliding off.Many thanks

Candace23

What bolt size and type do the legs use please? For example are they M7 or M8?

Answer: If you require replacement parts for the bed please contact the customer service team.Many thanks

Em.me

How deep are the storage cavities? What is the height of the underbed clearance?

Answer: The storage is 30cm deep, and the underbed clearance is 12cm.Many thanks

Definitely

If I was to buy a double would it still be side opening??

Answer: Yes, this is a side opening ottoman for all sizes. Thanks, Dreams

blue_bigman

is the stated height of the bed (43cm) the full height including the legs or without?

Answer: This measurement includes the legs.Many thanks

Sinshine

What is the height of the legs on the bed.

Answer: The height of the legs is 13cm.Many thanksJSDreas

Janett

What is the leg height in cm?

Answer: The legs are 13cm.Many thanks

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What Makes The TheraPur® Shallow Ottoman Divan Bed Base Great?

We've expanded on the specifications of the product to better help you understand its benefits.

Available in a range of colours including animal-print designs

The more colours you have available in a set the higher the likelihood of finding something to pair with an existing design, room set or range of products already within your bedroom. Its becoming an increasingly desirable trend of late to pair different ranges of products with each other, nullifying much of the work done in creating ranges and collections, but allowing you to come up with your own twist with slightly different colours and designs.

Ottoman storage depth is 20cm

The storage space available in this bed frame will provide plenty of room for most bedroom items with the most logical choice being replacement bedding, sheets and pillows. The storage space is deep enough to allow further items to be stored for those who want a clutter free minimalistic experience.

Rest easy with a 1-year guarantee

A one year guarantee is suitable for many as the vast majority of problems that may occur often do so within that first year. At the same time, more and more retailers are beginning to offer multi-year warranty and guarantees although these often come at a slightly higher price point on average.

Upholstered in a luxury twill

Twill is a type of fabric known for its smooth and lustrous appearance. It has a subtle diagonal weave pattern that adds visual interest and sophistication to the upholstery. The luxurious twill fabric can elevate the aesthetic of furniture, lending it an elegant and refined look.

Choose from 4 leg styles

. This leg style is designed with a subtle and modern look that will enhance the look of any space while being available in a few different colours and materials. What's more, you can opt for either castors or glides depending on the carpet/wood flooring beneath.

With side-opening ottoman storage

The ottoman is carefully crafted with a sturdy frame and high-quality materials, ensuring durability and longevity. The side-opening design allows you to effortlessly lift the top of the ottoman to reveal a generous storage space beneath.

Modern slimline look

Divan bases can sometimes feel outdated in their design and color scheme. In this instance however, the slimmer than average depth and modern colour options make for an ideal piece of bedroom furniture.

Made in the UK

These are made and manufactured in the UK, meaning that they all meet the same exceptional quality and durability that we expect from genuine UK manufacturing.

It can be customised to create your ideal bed

This type of divan base is only part of what makes your bed. Simply add a desired headboard and mattress to complete the full sleep experience.

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