Things To Use Instead Of A Headboard

This bedroom from planete deco makes use of a door as a headboard.

Things to use instead of a headboard.

This is also a nice opportunity to personalize the headboard. Pick your cushions of choice sew on loops of a durable material like leather to hang the whole thing on a slim wood rod which you can fetch from your nearest hardware store and then attach it to the wall. I like the idea of gathering wood from local livestock feed shops and using the reclaimed wood to build out a unique and functional piece of art for far less than having one custom built by a stranger. Create an accent wall by cladding it with wood in a vertical or horizontal pattern adding warmth and visual interest.

In the image above a black and white floral tapestry was used as a decorative element and focal point to the space. This is a good idea especially if you also have curtains for your windows. The late night reading partner photo by whitney leigh morris. Custom and pre made reclaimed wood headboards cost on average 200 500 plus shipping.

It doesn t necessarily have to be a board or even part of the bed. But the way we make beds has changed a bit and now if you think about it the headboard is more of an idea than a piece of furniture. The curtains will add a nice intimate feel and they will also add coziness to the room with their texture. Then you can use the same type or something similar.

Trying using a textile in place of a headboard. The headboard and footboard used to be integral parts of any bed essential to holding the whole setup together. Anything that says hey this is where the bed ends will do.