Shop for Ottomans and Footstools from Hayneedle.com! When your feet tire from the harsh concrete jungle escape with the O.W. Lee Gios Ottoman into the more hospitable world of your deck or backyard. This handsome ottoman has all the edgy styling of the urban environment you love but its supportive construction bears an indulgent luxury that you also crave. Its clean lines and sturdy structure produce a striking geometric composition that imparts an urban feel. But the thoughtful design behind the simple form produces a relaxing piece that helps you unwind at the end of the day as you prop up your feet and forget the cares of the world. This ottoman has a versatility that goes beyond that of being a footstool because once you're recharged and ready to entertain again it can fill multiple functions for you and your guests. As an extra surface space this ottoman can hold drink trays books games or any personal items you or your guests need to have close at hand. If a few more friends show up than you had anticipated the ottoman's bench-like structure and thick cushion also allow you to provide a comfortable extra seat. And being able to choose your own frame and fabric color allows you to match your personal taste and the rest of your outdoor decor perfectly.Materials and construction: Only the highest quality materials are used in the production of O.W. Lee Company's furniture. Carbon steel galvanized steel and 6061 alloy aluminum is meticulously chosen for superior strength as well as rust and corrosion resistance. All materials are individually measured and precision cut to ensure a smooth and accurate fit. Steel and aluminum pieces are bent into perfect shapes then hand-forged with a hammer and anvil a process unchanged since blacksmiths in the middle ages. For the optimum strength of each piece a full-circumference weld is applied wherever metal components intersect. This type of weld works to eliminate the possibility of moisture making its way into tube interiors or in a crevasse. The full-circumference weld guards against rust and corrosion. Finally all welds are ground and sanded to create a seamless transition from one component to another. Each frame is blasted with tiny steel particles to remove dirt and oil from the manufacturing process which is then followed by a 5-step wash and chemical treatment resulting in the best possible surface for the final finish. A hand-applied zinc-rich epoxy primer is used to create a protective undercoat against oxidation. This prohibits rust from spreading and helps protect the final finish. Finally a durable polyurethane top coating is hand-applied and oven-cured to ensure a long lasting finish. About O.W. Lee Company An American family tradition O.W. Lee Company has been dedicated to the design and production of fine handcrafted casual furniture for over 60 years. From their manufacturing facility in Ontario California the O.W. Lee artisans combine centuries-old techniques with state-of-the-art equipment to produce beautiful casual furniture. What started in 1947 as a wrought-iron gate manufacturer for the luxurious estates of Southern California has evolved three generations later into a well-known and reputable manufacturer in the ever-growing casual furniture industry.