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DIY UPHOLSTERED OTTOMAN WITH STORAGE

An upholstered storage ottoman is one of the most functional multipurpose pieces of furniture for the living room.

It makes a great coffee table.

It makes a great footstool to put your feet up.

The storage is perfect for games and blankets.

Building

The ottoman is made in two major steps:  Building the the storage ottoman box and upholstering the entire box.

Building the ottoman

You can make the bottom using plywood.

upholstering

Upholstering is easy using fabric glue and a stapler.

upholstering

Foam and batting make the top nice and cushy.

the lid

The lid is attached using piano hinges and toy box lid support hinges.

All done!

The perfect storage solution for your living room!