10 Floor Cushions That Instantly Create Cozy Reading Nooks (and Extra Seating!)

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Colorful reading nook with pom poms surrounding reading seating nook. — Credit: Selena Kirchhoff

Living in a small apartment means that I sadly don’t have the space for the oversized, upholstered reading chair of my dreams. And while I could read in my bed or on my couch, both options feel a little too comfortable, if you know what I mean — as in, I might fall asleep after only a few pages. That’s where a floor cushion comes in as the perfect alternative. It essentially creates a cozy little reading nook wherever I want it without taking up a ton of space, and it doubles as extra seating when I’m hosting.

For me personally, the best floor cushions combine softness, support, and style — and should be something you’ll want to offer guests or claim for yourself as a comfy seat. To help you find a floor cushion that achieves all the above, I did all the research for you and came up with 10 of the very best.

The 10 Best Floor Cushions

Whether you’re looking for a thick, velvety-soft cushion for your reading nook, a sturdy pouf to use as extra seating, or a plush pillow for playtime, you’ll find it on this list.

Ruthie Velvet Floor Pillow

$59

These Urban Outfitters floor pillows look so luxe in crushed velvet, and feature tufted details and thick trim. They’re also pretty thick at 5 inches tall, making them a comfy place to perch with a book.

$59 at Urban Outfitters

Polyester Floor Pillow

$90$67

If you’re the type to snack while you read, go for this Wayfair option. The machine-washable cover makes it so easy to clean, and the 32-inch-wide size gives you a bit of extra room to sit cross-legged.

$67 at Wayfair

Rainha Rectangle Tufted Extra Thick Oversized Floor Pillow

$122$93

There’s no better place to get caught up in a page-turner than this plush, oversized floor cushion. It’s 8 inches thick and 40 inches wide, so there’s space to lie back — and it comes in nine stylish colors.

$93 at Wayfair

Floor Tent Cushion

$109

Side handles make this West Elm cushion easy to carry from room to room — which you’ll absolutely want to do because the dense recycled polyester fill offers ample cushion and support. The warm mustard color is super stylish, too.

$109 at West Elm

40" Floor Pillow with Tufting & Handle

$123

This floor pillow was practically made for storytime with kids. The 40-inch-wide footprint can easily accommodate a grown-up and a little one. And the bubbly tufting makes it look extra plush and inviting.

$123 at Wayfair

HIGOGOGO 35" Floor Pillow Cushion

$52

High-density foam filling gives this Amazon floor cushion exceptional stability and support, while the stylish corduroy cover and tufted details make it look like a permanent part of your living room.

$52 at Amazon

Tufted Pink and Maroon Geo Woven Gusseted Floor Cushion

$60

A colorful geometric design gives this tufted floor cushion a bit of boho flair. Use it solo as a soft, spare seat or double up and use a second one to cushion your back while reading.

$60 at World Market

Jaxx Large Décor Floor Pillow

$105$72

Cozy up your reading nook with this faux shearling floor cushion. Wayfair customers confirm that the high-density foam fill is soft and supportive, and the removable, machine-washable cover is the ultimate bonus.

$72 at Wayfair

Safavieh Clary Round 24" x 24" Floor Pillow

$70

Is it just me or is there something vaguely retro about this round floor pillow? It’s the artful tufting and the glimmering, bright-yellow velvet (although it also comes in neutral colors if you prefer something more subtle).

$70 at Macy's

Modern Round Stacked Pouf

$219

This West Elm find is the ultimate two-in-one: Stack the poufs to sit higher up, or use them separately to double your seating. You’ll love the sandy neutral-toned weave and cozy, wool-cotton blend, too.

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