poufs

Our ottomans are functional furniture that can suit all rooms of your home. The pouf is indispensable, cozy and comfortable, that's why Techneb shop lets you discover its selection of poufs! In polyurethane, textile, aluminum or bright you will find a wide range at low prices.

Finding its source in the Arabic and Ottoman languages, the word pouffe refers to a cushion without backrest or armrests used in the Middle East and North Africa to sit comfortably on the ground during the meal, around a dish placed in the center of the guests. The term gradually generalized to mean any kind of low seat or cushion placed on the floor.

The story of the pouf

It comes from oriental decoration and was originally a luxurious object, reserved for kings. It arrives in Europe in the 19th century and looks very much like a low stool. Often adorned with cover fabrics and ruffles, it becomes very popular at the end of the century. Retrieved by designers, this small piece of furniture was declined in all forms during the 2 th century. Today it is a very fashionable element of deco and it is present in the majority of modern interiors.

In the bedroom or in the living room?

The pouffe, in addition to being a great asset in deco can have many features!

1 / The additional seat 

An unexpected guest arrives and you are running out of space on the couch ... no problem you have a beautiful fabric pouffe that will make him even feel privileged.

2 / The coffee table

This is one of the new trends, using the pouffe as a coffee table. An original use for a rendering that will delight your guests. The square pouf CAILLE will do just fine.

3 / The side table

In the same idea as the coffee table, you can use your ottoman as side table arranged next to the sofa for example. The NATE pouffe in polished aluminum would do the job.

4 / The footrest

Sitting on your sofa or in an armchair, you just have to extend your legs and put your feet on your ottoman for a real moment of relaxation!

5 / Outdoors

Do not forget to decorate your outdoor living space with some pouffes. Close from the ground with your feet in the grass, prefer pouffes in easily washable fabrics or in plastic that does not fear scratches. The giant rectangular MILLOT UK pouffe in textile (blue, white and red) will bring a touch of color and fun to your garden!

6 / The foot of the bed

The pouffe can fit very well in your bedroom, to sit comfortably or to put your clothes. In a teenager's bedroom, a textile pouf will be preferred, such as the SALIN rectangular pouffe.

7 / In the child's room

A pouffe in a child's room is a not dangerous chair and a cushion with which to play. So prefer a pouffe format quite small, soft and with an easy to maintain fabrics. The rectangular pouffe BUSE textile is removable and convenient to use, it is easy to clean both for stains and for dust mites.

8 / The decorative object that makes the difference

The pouffe is a fairly small furniture and exists in all shapes and colors. Why not make it the rare piece of your decor? By playing on the patterns, the shape, the colors and the material, surprise with your pouffe!

Pif paf pouf!

Let's take a closer look on the different categories of pouffes ...

1 / The round pouffe

It is more or less big, often in fabric and sometimes in big knit of wool, round pouffe is the cozy asset of your interior. He breaks the tight lines of a room. You can choose to have several pouffes of different sizes for a "nest" effect that will bring a charm to your home.

2 / The square pouffe

The square pouffe is often made of plastic. It is convenient and easily storable. It can easily be used as a side table or coffee table (PORTICI square pouffe in polyurethane).

3 / The pear pouffe

The pear pouffe, symbol of the teenager's room is a perfect pouffe for those who want to relax and sink into a good book. It is usually quite large and is often found in bedrooms or libraries.

4 / The Moroccan pouffe

The Moroccan pouf is sold flat in the souks and must be stuffed with old newspapers and rags. It is leather and decorated with motifs, often traditional. This ottoman gives your home an ethnic, boho or relaxed side. Perfect for drinking a good mint tea!

5 / The classic pouffe

The classic pouffe looks a lot like its European ancestors of the 19th century. With its 4 feet, it looks a lot like a stool. Often matched with the armchairs and the sofa, it is widely used as footrest such as the AGATA pouffe in fabric.

6 / The chest pouffe

Some models also offer storage and are made as chests. A good way to store TV magazines, children's stuffed toys and plaids for the winter! (YONNE stool)

Whether fabric, leather or plastic, filled with polystyrene beads, foam or newspapers, pouffes are popular and invade our interiors for our pleasure!

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