Stretch PU Leather Ottoman Cover

Footstools age faster than almost anything else in a room. They get kicked, sat on, stepped past and used as a spot for drinks, and the fabric shows it long before the frame gives out. The Stretch PU Leather Ottoman Cover offers a quick, simple answer. Instead of replacing a perfectly sound stool, you pull this cover over it and give it a fresh, wipe clean surface in seconds.

It is also an easy way to change the look of a room. With seven colors to choose from, a single cover can turn a tired footstool into an accent that ties a corner together. It is a small update that makes an old ottoman feel new.

What makes the stretch ottoman cover stand out

The fit is the heart of it. The cover is PU leather backed with a spandex and polyester stretch knit, so it stretches snugly over a cylindrical stool 12.6 to 14.6 inches across and 11.8 to 13.8 inches tall. It pulls on in about ten seconds, with no tools, ties or fasteners.

The grip is what keeps it looking neat. The stretch backing holds the sides of the stool, so the cover does not creep up and bunch every time someone puts their feet on it. Many loose covers slide around and need straightening; this one stays put.

The PU leather face is practical. It wipes clean with a soft cloth, which matters far more on a footstool than on anything else in the room, since footstools meet shoes, socks, drinks and pets every day.

Then there is color. Seven colorways are offered: black, burgundy, dark gray, taupe, terracotta, sage green and slate blue. Black and dark gray look sleek and modern, taupe is soft and neutral, and terracotta, sage green, burgundy and slate blue add rich, earthy color.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Living rooms. Refresh a footstool in front of the sofa to match new cushions.
• Bedrooms. Give a round stool at a dressing table a new color.
• Reading corners. A wipe clean footrest beside a favorite chair.
• Kids' rooms. Protect a stool from sticky fingers and muddy shoes.
• Home offices. A smart footrest under the desk.

Earthy tones like terracotta and sage green suit boho, natural and Japandi rooms, while burgundy and slate blue feel rich and traditional. Black, dark gray and taupe blend into modern spaces without drawing attention.

Because it is so quick to put on and take off, some people keep two covers and swap them with the seasons, a warm terracotta for autumn and a cool slate blue for summer.

Choosing the size and placement

Measuring is the most important step. The cover fits a cylindrical stool 12.6 to 14.6 inches across and 11.8 to 13.8 inches tall. Measure your stool across the top and from the floor to the top of the seat, and make sure both numbers fall within that range before ordering.

A few tips help it look its best:

• Check that your stool is round rather than square, since the cover is made for cylindrical stools.
• Pull the cover down evenly on all sides so the seams sit straight.
• Smooth the top flat before tucking the edges, so the surface looks neat.
• Wipe spills straight away and dry the surface so moisture does not sit on the PU.

If your stool is at the edge of the size range, the cover will still stretch to fit, but a stool in the middle of the range gives the smoothest, tightest finish.

Covers also make sense when a room is changing. If you have moved a stool into a new room, or added new cushions and throws, a cover in a matching color pulls the old stool into the new look without buying new furniture.

It is also a practical choice for a rental or a first home, where replacing furniture is not always an option. A cover in a color you love can make a basic stool feel personal, and if you move or change your mind, it slips off in seconds and leaves the stool underneath exactly as it was. That flexibility is a big part of its appeal.

Pairing it with other pieces

A fresh cover is the perfect excuse to pull a corner together. Choose a color that repeats something already in the room, such as a cushion, a rug or a painting, and the footstool will look like it was always meant to be there. Terracotta pairs well with cream and wood, sage green with linen and plants, and slate blue with gray and white.

Browse the throw pillows collection for cushions in matching tones, or the poufs and ottomans collection if you need a new footstool as well.

Is the stretch ottoman cover right for your space?

This cover is a strong fit if you:

• Have a sound round footstool with a worn or dated cover.
• Want a wipe clean surface for a piece that gets heavy use.
• Like changing colors to refresh a room.
• Prefer a quick update over buying new furniture.

It is not the right choice if your stool is square, or outside the 12.6 to 14.6 inch width and 11.8 to 13.8 inch height range. In that case, a new ottoman or pouf will be a better fit.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about sizing are answered at info@norafurnish.com.