Poufs and banquettes

A pouf or a banquette

So the current pieces in this category are around 450–459 mm high, which gives a useful reference point when combining them with other furniture.

How to check the size

A pouf being compact does not mean the dimensions can go unmeasured. Before ordering, check the free space beside the sofa, the armchair or the bed, and make sure the piece will not block a walkway.

For a banquette the length matters most — 1000 mm. If it is going in a hall, take the swing of doors and wardrobes into account. If it is going beside a bed, compare its width with the dimensions of the bed and the walkways on both sides.

Marking the future dimensions on the floor with masking tape is a simple way to check the placement before buying.

Storage inside a pouf

If the room is short of space for smaller textiles, the pouf with a storage box inside is worth a look. The hinged top gives access to the space inside without calling for a separate cabinet or chest.

Before buying one, leave enough free room for the lid to open and for reaching the things inside comfortably.

Materials depend on the construction

The poufs and the banquette differ in more than shape, so the specification of one piece should not automatically be carried over to the whole category.

The constructions use wood-based materials, furniture fillings and upholstery fabrics. The banquette has a milled frame and legs in natural oak.

The banquette's specifications state polyurethane foam 2540, wadding at 80 g/m² and fleece at 15 g/m². For the other pieces, the make-up of the filling is worth checking on the current product page.

Upholstery and matching other furniture

All three current pieces come with a choice of furniture fabrics. That makes it possible to match a pouf or a banquette to a VENETO sofa, armchair or upholstered bed not only by colour but by the texture of the upholstery.

The furniture does not all have to be the same. For a calm interior, close shades work; for an accent, a contrasting fabric that picks up other details in the room.

If the pouf will be used every day as a seat or a footrest, consider not only how the fabric looks but the recommendations for caring for it.

Finishes for natural oak

The description of the oak banquette lists different finishes for the wooden frame. Since the current product page has no separate finish selector, the available options are worth checking when ordering.

The finish affects the shade of the wood and how it goes with a bed, cabinets, a table or other wooden furniture. So compare not only the species of wood but the actual finish available to order.

Where to use them

Care

Regular care helps keep the look of the upholstery and the wooden parts for longer.

• Vacuum the dust off the fabric with a soft attachment.
• Blot fresh marks rather than rubbing them across the surface.
• Use products recommended for that particular type of upholstery.
• Clean wooden elements with a soft cloth, according to the type of finish.
• Do not put upholstered furniture hard against strong sources of heat.
• Prolonged direct sunlight can change the shade of the fabric and of wooden surfaces.

Questions and answers

How does a bench differ from a pouf?

A pouf is a compact seat for one that is easy to move around. A bench is longer: two people can sit on it, or it stands at the foot of a bed or in a hallway. Their seat heights are close; the exact dimensions are given on the product pages.

Can I choose the fabric for a pouf or a bench?

Yes, the upholstery is chosen from the same fabric collections as for Veneto sofas and beds. That makes it easy to match a pouf to furniture you have already ordered.