For a large bedroom, a TV bed with ottoman storage gives you the most hidden space in a single piece of furniture, and the extra floor area means you can choose a king size or super king frame, open the base fully and still walk around comfortably. The key is to pair the deep storage with a well balanced layout so the room feels generous rather than empty.
Ottoman storage works by lifting the whole mattress platform on gas struts, revealing a compartment that runs the length and width of the base. Combined with a television lift in the footboard, it creates a bed that handles both entertainment and storage. You can see how this works across our TV beds with ottoman storage UK range, and the guidance below explains how to make the most of one in a spacious room.
An ottoman base needs clearance. When the platform lifts, you need room to stand beside or at the end of the bed and reach in. In a compact room, that space can be hard to find. In a large bedroom, it is usually easy.
Large rooms also handle the visual weight of a TV bed well. The deep footboard, the substantial headboard and the solid base suit a room with generous proportions. In a small room the same bed can feel dominant. In a large one it simply anchors the space.
Finally, bigger bedrooms often belong to the main suite of a house, where storage needs are greatest. Spare duvets, seasonal bedding, winter coats and luggage all need a home, and an ottoman base absorbs them without adding another cabinet.
In a large bedroom, a king size or super king size frame usually looks most in proportion. A UK king size mattress measures 150 x 200 cm and a super king measures 180 x 200 cm. A TV bed frame will be larger than the mattress, especially in length, because of the footboard housing the lift.
Plan for at least 70 to 90 cm of clear floor on each side of the bed in a large room. This gives comfortable access for both sleepers and space to stand while lifting the ottoman. At the foot, allow enough room for a walkway as well as a comfortable view of the screen once it rises.
Because the bed sets the scale for everything else, it is worth choosing it alongside the rest of the room. Our modern bedroom furniture UK collections make it easier to plan bedside cabinets, drawers and seating that match the proportions of a larger frame.
An ottoman TV bed has two separate mechanisms. The television lift is motorised and usually controlled by a remote or a switch. The ottoman lift is normally manual, using gas struts that do most of the work as you raise the platform.
Most designs lift from the foot end, though some lift from the side. Foot end lifts are common on TV beds because the hinge sits at the headboard. Check which way your chosen bed opens and make sure the space in front of that end stays clear.
Always lower the television before opening the ottoman. The product instructions will confirm the correct sequence, but keeping the screen down protects it from knocks while you reach into the base.
An ottoman base is deep and wide, which suits bulky, infrequently used items best. Good choices include:
Avoid storing items you need daily. Lifting the mattress each morning becomes tiresome. Use bedside cabinets or a chest of drawers for everyday things instead.
Organise the space with breathable fabric boxes or open topped crates. These keep items tidy, make it easier to find what you need and allow air to circulate. Avoid sealed plastic boxes pressed against the mattress platform, which can trap moisture.
A large bedroom with only a bed in it can feel bare, even with a substantial TV bed. Furniture placed thoughtfully around it gives the room purpose and comfort.
Choose bedside cabinets in proportion to a king or super king frame. Wider cabinets with two or three drawers suit large beds well and provide space for a lamp, books and remotes.
With ottoman storage taking care of bulky items, a chest of drawers can focus on daily clothing. Our modern chest of drawers UK sale range includes wide and tall designs that suit generous rooms. Place one against a side wall so it does not block the view from the bed to the screen.
A large bedroom can often take a small seating area: an armchair by the window, or a bench along one wall. Keep seating away from the foot of the bed, where the ottoman opens and the television rises.
A freestanding ottoman or upholstered stool can add useful storage and seating elsewhere in the room. Our modern ottomans UK collection includes storage designs that coordinate with upholstered beds. Just avoid placing one directly against the footboard.
In a big bedroom, the bed usually sits best centred on the main wall opposite the door or facing the window. This creates symmetry and gives you a clear view of the screen.
Leave the wall behind the screen calm. A large, busy artwork or mirror directly opposite the bed can distract from the television and cause reflections. Place art above the headboard instead.
If the room is very long, consider zoning. The bed and bedside cabinets form a sleeping zone, a chest of drawers and mirror form a dressing zone, and a chair with a lamp creates a reading corner. A large rug under the bed defines the sleeping area clearly.
A single ceiling light rarely does justice to a big room. Layer light at different heights. Bedside lamps or wall lights near the headboard give focused light for reading. A floor lamp beside a chair adds warmth to a reading corner. A pendant or ceiling fitting provides general light for cleaning and dressing.
When the television is raised, use lower lamps rather than bright overhead light. This reduces glare on the screen and creates a more relaxed atmosphere.
Large rooms can carry bolder colours and textures. A deep velvet in navy, charcoal or forest green looks rich and confident in a spacious bedroom. Woven fabrics in warm neutrals feel calm and suit rooms with plenty of natural light. Faux leather is practical and suits contemporary schemes.
Consider how often you will touch the frame when opening the ottoman. A durable, easy care fabric around the foot end will cope better with regular handling.
Colour can also help a large bedroom feel cohesive. Pick up the tone of the bed in one or two other places, such as a cushion, a lampshade or the frame of a print, so the bed feels connected to the rest of the room. In a room with high ceilings, a slightly taller headboard balances the height and stops the bed from looking low against the walls.
Gas struts are low maintenance, but a few habits keep them working well. Do not overload the base beyond the maker’s guidance. Keep items below the rim so they do not obstruct the platform as it closes. Every few months, check that the strut fixings are secure.
Lift the base occasionally even if you do not need anything from it. This airs the compartment and helps prevent musty smells, particularly in winter when windows are closed more often.
If you are planning other storage around the bed, our article on chests of drawers explained for UK bedrooms helps you choose pieces that complement an ottoman base rather than duplicate it. For wider inspiration, our guide to bedroom furniture trends to try in UK homes looks at how larger statement beds are being used to define a room.
When you are ready, you can explore TV beds, ottomans and coordinating bedroom furniture at Furniture in Fashion, with free delivery to most UK mainland postcodes.
Yes. Many designs combine a motorised television lift in the footboard with a gas strut ottoman base. The two mechanisms work independently, and you should lower the screen before opening the base.
Leave enough room to stand comfortably at the end or side where the platform lifts. In a large room, 70 to 90 cm on each side and a clear walkway at the foot usually works well.
Gas struts take most of the weight, so the platform lifts with modest effort. A heavier mattress may feel firmer to raise, so check the maker’s guidance on suitable mattress weights.
Most ottoman platforms are designed to allow some airflow. Lifting the base regularly and avoiding sealed plastic storage helps keep the mattress and contents fresh.
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