A footstool is a separate, freestanding upholstered piece designed to be used alongside a sofa or armchair. Unlike a chaise or recliner footrest, which is built into the seating unit itself, a footstool is independent — it can sit in front of a sofa for everyday footrest use, be pulled up as additional seating when you have guests, or repositioned anywhere else in the room as needed.
Footstools are a popular addition to corner sofas in particular. Where an integrated chaise is fixed in place, a footstool gives you the same comfort and extra seating capacity with the flexibility to move it, swap it between rooms, or remove it from the layout entirely when it's not needed.
Our range is available in Leather and fabric upholstery, designed to complement our sofa ranges including our corner sofa collection.
If your room doesn't have the space — or your budget doesn't stretch — for a larger corner sofa, a footstool paired with a standard sofa is an effective way to add extra seating when you need it, without permanently taking up the floor space a full corner unit would require.
A chaise end is a fixed part of the sofa it's attached to. A footstool, by contrast, can be moved to wherever it's needed — pulled in front of an armchair, repositioned for a different room layout, or moved to another room entirely. This makes it a practical choice for households that like to rearrange their living room from time to time, or that want a piece that can do more than one job.
A footstool is one of the most popular ways to extend a corner sofa's usefulness. Positioned at the open end of an L-shaped sofa, it adds a footrest for everyday use and converts to extra seating when needed — giving you much of the practicality of a U-shaped sofa without the larger footprint.
Footstools also work well on their own, independent of any sofa — as a coffee table substitute when topped with a tray, as extra occasional seating in a hallway or bedroom, or simply as a footrest alongside an armchair.
Choosing between Leather and fabric for a footstool generally comes down to matching your existing sofa and how the piece will be used.
Leather is durable and easy to wipe clean, making it a practical choice for a footstool that gets daily use as a footrest, particularly in households with children or pets. It also pairs naturally with leather sofas and corner sofas for a coordinated look.
Fabric offers a softer feel underfoot and a broader range of colours and textures, making it easier to match or contrast with a fabric sofa. It's a strong choice if comfort and texture matter more than wipe-clean practicality — though it generally needs more careful cleaning than leather.
If you already own a sofa and want a matching or complementary footstool, call us on 02476 705 600 — we can help you choose a colour and material that pairs well.
Footstool sizes vary by design — always check the exact dimensions on the individual product listing before ordering, particularly if you're pairing it with a specific sofa.
| Measurement | Typical range | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 80–110cm | Check this against the open end of your sofa if pairing the two together. |
| Depth | 55–75cm | Allow enough floor space in front of your seating for the footstool to sit comfortably. |
| Height | 40–46cm | Most footstools are designed to sit close to standard sofa seat height for comfortable use as a footrest. |
If you're buying a footstool to pair with an existing sofa, check the seat height of your sofa and choose a footstool of a similar height for the most comfortable footrest position. If you're pairing it with a corner sofa, measure the open end of the chaise section to make sure the footstool fits the space without crowding the walkway. Call us on 02476 705 600 if you'd like help matching a footstool to a specific sofa you already own or are considering.
Delivery to England and Wales is free on all footstools, typically within 7 working days. You'll receive a confirmed delivery date once your order is placed, and we call the day before to confirm a 2-hour arrival slot.
Our own two-person employed team — not a courier — delivers your footstool and positions it in your chosen room, removing all packaging on the day.
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A footstool is a separate, freestanding upholstered piece used as a footrest, extra occasional seating, or — when topped with a tray — as a low table. It's commonly paired with sofas, armchairs and corner sofas to add comfort and flexibility.
Yes, many of our footstools are designed to complement our sofa ranges. Call us on 02476 705 600 and we can help you choose a colour and material that pairs well with a sofa you already own.
A chaise end is built into the sofa as a fixed, integrated section. A footstool is a separate piece that can be moved, repositioned or removed from the layout entirely — offering more flexibility, particularly if you want the option to rearrange your room.
Leather is more durable and easier to wipe clean, making it a practical choice for daily footrest use, particularly with children or pets. Fabric offers a softer feel and a wider range of colours, though it generally needs more careful cleaning.
This depends on the sofa or armchair you're pairing it with, and the available floor space in your room. As a guide, most footstools are 80–110cm wide and 55–75cm deep. Check the open end of your sofa if you're pairing the two together, and call us on 02476 705 600 if you'd like help choosing the right size.
Most footstools are delivered within 7 working days to England and Wales. Delivery is free. You'll receive a confirmed delivery date at checkout and a 2-hour arrival window confirmation the day before.
Yes. 0% interest-free finance is available from £499 across 12, 24 or 36 month terms. Apply at checkout in minutes, subject to credit check and approval.
We offer 14-day returns on all footstools. If the item isn't right, call us within 14 days of delivery on 02476 705 600. We arrange collection and process a full refund, provided the item is in its original condition.
Every footstool comes with a manufacturer's frame warranty covering structural defects. Full warranty details are listed on each individual product page. Warranty claims are handled directly by our team on 02476 705 600.
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