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Alternatives You may not always find your perfect coffee table through conventional means; simple experimentation can help you arrive at a decision quickly. Why not use old steamer trunks, wooden treasure chests or ottomans as an alternative? Each of these Look for a soft, ottoman-style and put one or multiple trays atop it for food and drinks. Make sure it's at seat height so your legs and feet are comfy. Are you going to sit on the floor and eat off the coffee table? Look for one that you can slide your He has a main bed loft for himself, as well as one for guests. There's a reading area, a bench that extends to a cot, an ottoman, a coffee table, stairs to his bed that double as storage, a desk and a mini pantry. There's also a small kitchen with a sink An ottoman can be a vital piece of your home decor. You can use an ottoman as a coffee table, an impromptu dining table, a bench at the end of your bed and more. And you will be amazed at the unexpected things you can make ottomans from — benches .