Sinclair Cocktail Ottoman

A low, wide rectangular ottoman from Four Hands, upholstered in textural polyester fabric and set on a solid parawood base with a subtly distressed finish. The top is a single welted cushion over foam and fiber batting, firm enough to hold a tray and soft enough to rest your feet on. Underneath, the frame is joined with mortise and tenon, finger joints and corner blocks, and leg levelers keep it steady on uneven floors.

It belongs to the Sinclair suite, which leans into a 1970s-minded sensibility of soft, tactile surfaces set against plain, honest wood. The nubby cover reads warm next to the pale base, and the whole piece sits close to the floor. It keeps company easily with low sofas, rattan, travertine, and saturated accent colors.

Use it as a coffee table with a tray on top, as a footrest, or as extra seating when a crowd gathers around the sofa. The performance upholstery is made to handle spills, traffic and daily wear, which suits a family room as well as a formal living room. It also works at the foot of a bed or in a wide entry, wherever you want a surface and a seat in one piece.

Spot clean with a water-free (solvent-based) upholstery cleaner only; water can leave rings. Blot, don't rub, and test on a hidden spot first. Vacuum regularly, and call a professional upholstery cleaner for larger stains. Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth, and wipe up spills right away with a slightly damp cloth, then dry the surface fully. Use coasters and trivets under hot or wet items, and keep the piece out of direct sunlight and away from heat vents to prevent fading, warping, or cracking. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and soaking the surface, especially on veneer, where moisture can lift the edges. Wash linen in cool water on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent, and avoid bleach. Tumble dry on low or air dry, and iron while slightly damp if you want a smoother finish. For jute, sisal, seagrass, and other woven fibers, vacuum regularly, blot spills right away, and spot clean only, since Vacuum regularly with a soft brush attachment and blot spills right away with a clean cloth. Keep out of prolonged direct sun to prevent fading. Dust with a soft, dry cloth and wipe spills right away. Use coasters and placemats under hot or wet items. Avoid harsh cleaners and silicone polishes, and keep away from direct heat and prolonged sun.