Norka Living
Corduroy Square Pouf
The Corduroy Square Pouf is a versatile indoor seating and footrest from Norka Living, designed and made in Canada. It features a removable, washable corduroy cover filled with 100% recyclable polystyrene beads, and includes a handle for easy transport. Dimensions are 20 inches square by 14 inches high (50.75 x 50.75 x 35.5 cm).
- Category
- Furniture > Ottomans
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Polyester, polystyrene beads
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 20 in x 20 in x 14 in
- Category
- Furniture > Ottomans
Product Insights
The Corduroy Square Pouf by Norka Living combines a conforming bead fill that molds to the body for pressure relief with a machine-washable, shrink-proof polyester corduroy cover that repels liquids, dries quickly, and resists pilling. Its lightweight construction and handle make it portable, while the removable cover allows refilling to counter sagging. Tradeoffs include 15–25% annual compression of the fill, reduced support for upright sitting, and potential sliding on hard floors, alongside the need for specialized EPS recycling.
Verified claims
- Conforming fit
- Bead fill molds to body shape, reducing pressure points, but less supportive for upright sitting.
- Compression
- Bead fill compresses 15-25% within the first year of daily use, causing sagging.
- Moisture resistance
- Polystyrene beads are closed-cell and non-porous, repelling moisture and odors.
- Portability
- Bead fill weighs under 3 lbs, making the pouf easy to move by its handle.
- Refillability
- Removable cover allows refilling to restore original height.
- Recyclability
- Polystyrene fill is labeled 100% recyclable, but recycling it requires access to a specialized EPS facility rather than curbside pickup.
- Stability
- May slide on hardwood or tile when used as seating.
- Spill resistance
- Liquids bead up for easy blotting; the fill won't absorb, and the fabric stays soft in humidity.
- Pilling resistance
- Polyester corduroy resists pilling that causes cotton poufs to look worn.
- Drying
- Cover dries twice as fast as cotton and retains shape after washing.
- Shrink Proof
- Cover retains exact 20-inch square after machine washing.
- Firmness
- Reviewers describe the pouf as firm and comfortable, though some find it firmer than they prefer.
Product record
- Title
- Corduroy Square Pouf
- Brand
- Norka Living
- Price
- 148 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 4 sourcesUses
A corduroy pouf to rest your feet
Thanks to its versatile design, this square pouf from Norka Living can be used as a footrest, letting you kick back and relax at the end of the day.[1]
Extra seating for gatherings
When guests drop in or you're hosting a dinner party, this square pouf can work as an extra seat — the merchant notes its versatile design doubles as seating or a footrest. Reviewers report it's light to carry and provides a stable seat for adults. Its dense fill feels firm, so while some find it sturdy, others say it's too hard for lounging.[1]
A sturdy, easy-clean spot for busy living rooms
Reviewers use this pouf as a firm perch or extra seat in high-traffic homes, with kids and pets around. The removable corduroy cover is machine-washable, so spills and stains are less of a worry. Note that the dense fill is firm — reviewers say it works better as a perch or low stool than a sink-in spot for lounging.[1]
A cozy accent for small living rooms
This corduroy pouf works as both extra seating and decor in a modern living room, with its texture and clean lines adding a cozy, chic touch. Reviewers liked that the dual role saves space in smaller homes, though its firmness may limit how well it works for lounging.[1]
Moveable extra seating from room to room
Use this pouf as grab-and-go extra seating when guests drop by, then carry it wherever it's needed next. Reviews describe it as light to carry and effortless to relocate between rooms, and the built-in handle makes transport easy.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Corduroy Square Pouf: Choose this if you want a versatile square pouf, roughly 20 inches (50.75 cm) wide by 14 inches (35.5 cm) high, that works as a footrest or extra seating and is easy to move between rooms thanks to its lightweight build and carry handle. Its removable, machine-washable corduroy cover makes it practical for households with kids, pets, or high traffic, and it comes in Off White, Sand, and Mossy Green, designed and made in Canada. Note that reviewers report the dense fill is quite firm — some like the sturdy perch, but those wanting a sink-in feel may find it hard for lounging — and one buyer found the delivered shade different from what was shown online.[1] | Corduroy Oversized Square Pouf: Choose this if you want a large, low square pouf that works as both a footrest and extra seating: it measures 28 inches by 28 inches with a 15-inch height, has a built-in handle for moving it around, and its corduroy cover is removable and washable. It suits shoppers who like a soft, giving seat, since it is filled with 100% recyclable polystyrene beads rather than firm foam. It is designed and made in Canada and comes in one size in Off White, Brown, or Mossy Green.[2,3] | Coloured Velvet Pouf: Choose this if you want a versatile, soft velvet pouf that can serve as a footrest, occasional extra seat, small accent table, or decorative piece — it measures about 20 inches in diameter and 16 inches tall, has a polystyrene bead fill and polyester velvet cover, and the zip-off cover can be machine-washed, which reviewers found handy since pet hair slides off the velvet. Its dense fill reportedly provides stable support and it is light enough to pull up quickly for guests, but according to reviews the fill compresses and loses shape over time with daily sitting, so it is better suited to occasional rather than everyday desk-style use.[4] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Square, soft-sided pouf covered in a beige corduroy fabric with visible vertical ribs, squared top with piped seam, and a small black brand tag on one vertical face.
- Overall shapeSoft, cube-like pouf with slightly rounded corners and edges; top surface is relatively flat and the sides bow outward slightly under soft filling.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.42 · w 0.84 · h 0.48 (high) - Cover fabric textureCorduroy fabric with pronounced fine vertical ribs visible across top and side panels; fabric shows soft nap and subtle shading from the ribs.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.76 · h 0.40 (high) - Top seam detailTop panel joined to side panels with a visible piped seam running around the top perimeter; seam is slightly raised and contrasts by texture rather than color.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.74 · h 0.18 (high) - Vertical side seamDistinct vertical seam at the front-right corner where two side panels meet, visible as a stitched line interrupting the corduroy ribs.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.45 (high) - Brand tagSmall black rectangular fabric tag sewn into a lower vertical seam on the right face bearing white uppercase letters.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.72 · w 0.06 · h 0.11 (high) - Tag text“NORKA”
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.72 · w 0.04 · h 0.10 (high) - Surface shading and lightSoft directional lighting from upper left creates gentle highlights on ribs and a shadow along the lower right face and on the rug.
Other
Indoor staged scene showing pouf on a round green rug in front of a low wooden console with plants and decorative objects; checkerboard floor tiles visible beyond rug. Soft studio lighting casts shadows.
- RugLow-pile round rug in an olive-green color placed under the pouf, visible around the base and extending beyond the pouf edges.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.84 · h 0.34 (high) - Background consoleMid-century style low wooden console with dark wood grain finish, black top surface, and tapered black legs; decorative tray, book, stone object, and white potted plant sit on top.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.36 (high) - Floor tilesBlack-and-white large square checkerboard floor tiles visible around the rug and behind the pouf.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.76 · h 0.26 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal low-angle shot that frames the pouf in the lower two-thirds of the image with background furniture and decor above; edges of the pouf are slightly cropped at the lower frame.
- Lighting and shadowWarm, soft studio lighting from the upper left producing a visible cast shadow of the pouf toward lower right and a faint plant shadow on the wall behind the console.
Colors
warm beige· cover fabric#E4DBCCblack· brand tag#140D0Bnone· nonePackaging- Overall shapeSoft, cube-like pouf with slightly rounded corners and edges; top surface is relatively flat and the sides bow outward slightly under soft filling.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the pouf's top corner showing vertical corduroy ribs, a boxed square shape with stitched seams, and a small fabric brand tag on the side seam.
- Overall geometryVisible corner of a square/rectangular pouf with a rounded outer corner and a well-defined top panel meeting the side panel at a stitched seam.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - Fabric textureCorduroy textile with closely spaced vertical ribs (wales) running continuously across the top and down the side panel.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.72 · h 0.94 (high) - Seam and pipingSingle stitched seam where the top panel meets the side panel; seam runs near the corner and is visible as a straight stitched line.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.28 (high) - Corner shapingCorner is slightly rounded with the fabric pulled taut and small gathering at the lower corner near the tag.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.44 (high) - Brand tag text“NORKA”
1 region
x 0.81 · y 0.62 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Image framed as a close-up detail shot showing the pouf corner on a textured green carpet with soft directional lighting from upper left creating mild shadows and highlights.
- Shot compositionTight angled close-up focusing on one top corner of the pouf, top panel occupying upper left and side panel occupying lower right of the frame.
- Background surfaceOlive-green textured carpet or rug visible behind and under the pouf occupying the right half of the image.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.96 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from upper left emphasizing corduroy ribs and casting a faint shadow along the lower-right edge of the pouf.
Colors
light beige· top and side fabric#E3D4CBdark charcoal· brand tagPackaging#322D2Bolive green· supporting surface visible under product#9A9166- Overall geometryVisible corner of a square/rectangular pouf with a rounded outer corner and a well-defined top panel meeting the side panel at a stitched seam.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a square pouf covered in wide-wale corduroy fabric showing a partially open zipper and visible white inner lining/fill.
- Fabric textureWide-wale corduroy fabric with vertical ridged ribs running across the visible surfaces, pile shows slight nap and soft appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Color of coverLight warm beige cover visible across the product surface.
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x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Zipper and sliderExposed zipper with a metal or metal-toned slider and teeth running along an edge; zipper is partially open with the slider positioned near the upper left of the opening.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.14 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high) - Piping/edge trimRounded piped seam running along the pouf edge formed from the same corduroy fabric, visible where the cover meets the side panel.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.54 · h 0.34 (high) - Interior lining or fillWhite inner lining or filler material visible through the partially open zipper; appears as a smooth white textile or batting layer.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Seam detail at cornerVisible stitched corner seam where two panels meet, showing compression and slight puckering of the corduroy ribs near the join.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.64 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Image is a tightly framed detail shot with soft, even lighting and a green textured background surface visible at the left edge and lower portion.
- Shot compositionTight close-up framing focusing on the zipper and fabric texture; product fills most of the frame and is cropped on the left and bottom edges.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background surfaceMuted green textured surface visible behind the pouf at the left and lower edges, likely a staging surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.44 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with gentle shadows along the zipper recess and fabric ribs, highlights show slight sheen on the corduroy pile.
Colors
light warm beige· corduroy cover#D3C4B4warm gold metal· zipper teeth and slider#BBA48Cwhite· inner lining/fill#EBE4DB- Fabric textureWide-wale corduroy fabric with vertical ridged ribs running across the visible surfaces, pile shows slight nap and soft appearance.
Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
pouf
I found it quite firm and would prefer if it was a little softer. Otherwise, I like the fabric and the look.
Good firm pouf
Very happy with the quality of this pouf. It is firm enough to make a comfortable seat. My only fripe is with the colour. In the photo it looked to be a deeper brown color but in real life I find it to be more of a light muted brown.
Beau pouf en velours cordé
Belles dimensions, assez ferme. Conforme à mes attentes ….
confortable
pratique car lavable et léger en velours côtelé et non tricoté ;)
Très joli!
Très joli, confortable, léger, et en plus la housse est lavable!
poof
Nice and firm, but not too firm. So far so good.