The headboard of the bed is not only a functional element, but also an important part of the interior. In the recent past, the variety of design solutions was limited to the usual wood carvings or forged monograms. In ordinary apartments, simplicity of geometry prevailed. Today, the choice is great – especially if you approached the task creatively and instead of going to the store, went to the pantry, attic or site. After all, you can make an original headboard out of anything. We have collected the top 11 materials for such creativity. Even a simple headboard can be an accent of the interior 1. Textiles This may not be the most practical solution, but it will definitely add comfort just by its appearance, not to mention the tactile sensations. If you already have a headboard frame or want to change an existing bed element beyond recognition, sew a small fabric mattress for it. For fixation, you can use tapes made of the same fabric or organize a Velcro fastening. It all depends on your wishes and design capabilities. If you don’t want to sew a cape for the headboard, but your soul asks for changes to the interior, you can use any suitable blanket. Fold it to the required size, secure the shape with a few stitches. You can sew ties in the same way. Five minutes – and the new headboard for the bed is ready. Make several options for textile headboards – and change them depending on your mood. Photo: pinterest.com If there is no frame for textiles, you can resort to a little trick and fix the textile supports directly on the wall. Usually, for these purposes, pillows are used, which are hung on any holders, be it a barbell or ordinary hooks. Decorative pillows can be used as a headboard. Photo: pinterest.com You can also use belts or any other suitable materials to secure the pillows. The main thing is that they are strong and do not stretch. These pillow holders are quite easy to remove to wash them or renew their covers. To secure the pillows, use available materials, such as belts. Photo: pinterest.com Important! It is recommended to make all textile elements of the headboard easily removable and of a size that would allow them to be washed in a regular washing machine. Carpets were once used as headboards. Beautiful, warm and comfortable… This solution has not lost its relevance, although it has noticeably lost ground. But even today it is not forbidden to decorate the head of the bed with a carpet. Only the carpets have seriously changed. For example, the fabric is woven, braided and knitted directly onto the headboard frame. To do this, you can use used materials – old clothes, bed linen, etc. The headboard can be woven or knitted. Photo: pinterest.com 2. Cords and twines A simple but working option is to use durable cords that are not subject to stretching. From them, on the simplest frame, you can weave a kind of web. This headboard looks light and at the same time serves as a reliable support. Sometimes a frame and quality rope are enough. Photo: pinterest.com 3. Leather straps A leather headboard is not a luxury at all (if you have a little time, patience and material, of course). From leather strips you can weave an original headboard on the simplest frame. You can implement the idea with the help of waist belts, but you will need a lot of them. Headboard made of leather strips. Photo: pinterest.com 4. Wood The obvious option is to use boards for the headboard. They can be mounted on a frame or mounted directly on the wall. There are no restrictions on the design side either. If you want the interior to look modern, neat, minimalistic, use new lumber. Just choose dry and high-quality. If you like antiquity, you can take used boards. A board is a traditional solution for a headboard. Photo: pinterest.com The boards can be placed horizontally – or vertically, close to each other – or at a distance, maintaining a straight edge – or at random. Emphasize the texture and history of the board. Photo: pinterest.com For more sophisticated interiors, slats are suitable. Their relevance in design today is debatable. But trends change, but comfort and aesthetics are always valued. The slats can be positioned vertically and make a headboard that extends to the ceiling. This technique allows you to zone the space, highlighting the sleeping area. Using vertical slats you can divide the space into zones. Photo: pinterest.com With horizontal slats, you can create a convenient system of bedside shelves that can be easily moved depending on your mood or task. In this case, the slats are not only the headboard, but also the clamps of these shelves. Change the location and number of shelves by the bed with one movement of your hand. Photo: pinterest.com Slabs have become both a trend and bad manners in a fairly short time. However, they did not disappear from the interiors. The soul of many responds to their naturalness and natural beauty. It would be strange if such wood cuts were not used for headboards. They, of course, make many demands on the overall design, but with the right approach they can fit into any interior that accepts wooden elements. A slab is a picture painted by nature. Photo: pinterest.com A simpler option is wood end cuts. They can be placed freely on the wall or limited by the frames of the panel. The latter is not an easy task. Even if you have a lot of suitable material, it needs to be treated for pests. Otherwise, along with the decor, you risk bringing a couple of bark beetles into the bedroom. Panel made from end cuts of logs. Photo: pinterest.com End cuts of timber are also suitable for organizing a headboard. It will be easier to create a panel here, since the geometry of the elements is simple. You can add colors if desired. You can also make a headboard from the end cuts of timber. Photo: pinterest.com Dried tree branches look original, but to make such a headboard, you will have to cut them to the required size, having first selected enough suitable options. Then you need to remove the bark from them and sand the surface. Difficulties may arise with fixation, because each branch must be securely fastened. Natural materials will add comfort to your home. Photo: pinterest.com You can also make a headboard from OSB. The material itself looks interesting, but if you want something completely unexpected, you can color it, emphasizing the existing design. However, OSB is a controversial material from an environmental point of view. OSB headboard and its decor options. Photo: pinterest.com Another solution, which, however, can be made not only from wood, but also from plastic or any other suitable materials, is a carved panel. Complex, with a lot of small details, it can give the interior a rustic naivety – or bring bohemian boho notes. It is important to use the material wisely. Modern technologies have made carved panels more accessible. Photo: pinterest.com 5. Stained glass windows If you still have old, but intact stained glass windows, do not rush to throw them away. They can be a great bed decoration. The frame together with the glass can be used as a headboard. Even complex restoration will not be required. Antiquity and layers of colors fit harmoniously into many interiors. But it is important to remove burrs and burrs so that the surface is smooth. You can paste photographs, natural materials into glass windows, or illuminate the headboard from the back. And then you will get not only stylish decor, but also an original night light. An old stained glass frame can decorate your bed. Photo: pinterest.com 6. Paneled doors Old doors that have served their purpose can also become an excellent headboard. Those models that are made of natural wood look good. It is very difficult to turn a cheap modern door covered with veneer into a nice art object. And the door can become a headboard. Photo: pinterest.com Even rough barn doors can make a worthy frame for your bed. The main problem here is to get a suitable option. Barn doors are not easy to find. Photo: pinterest.com 7. Antique shutters Wooden shutters with history can become an excellent background and reliable support. But again, finding the right copy is not always as easy as it might seem. Then go to a construction hypermarket. There you are likely to find freshly made decorative shutters or interesting fronts for kitchen cabinets. Giving them an aged look is not a difficult task. The main thing is that they are made of wood. If there are no old shutters, wear new ones. Photo: pinterest.com 8. Wooden pallets Wherever they are suggested to be used! The headboard is no exception. Pallets will become not only a convenient support, but also a kind of bedside shelf. You can place a cup, a book or a smartphone on them. Just don’t forget that the surface needs to be thoroughly cleaned, otherwise splinters and damage to bed linen (in particular, pillowcases) cannot be avoided. Another use for pallets. Photo: pinterest.com 9. Vintage things If you are a passionate person and cannot imagine your life without handicrafts, creativity or sports, the head of your bed can be decorated with objects dear to your heart. It may look very bold, but that’s the kicker. Don’t throw away your broken skis; they may come in handy. Photo: pinterest.com Almost any item can be adapted for an original headboard. But they need to be played correctly and harmoniously fit into the overall image of the room. Experiment with shapes and colors. Photo: pinterest.com 10. Hay and straw Straw or bamboo napkins – there are probably a lot of them somewhere in the bins. But only those that are well made and firmly assembled will do. Otherwise, such a headboard will not last long. Napkins can be mounted directly on the wall (for example, with glue). If the items are small, place several at once. Use woven napkins. Photo: pinterest.com Even bamboo blinds or a table rug can be used as a headboard. It is only important to securely fix them on a support or wall. And there was a use for bamboo rugs. Photo: pinterest.com 11. Screens Screens can also become a headboard. It is enough to place them between the bed and the wall. But they are especially useful when placing a bed in a corner, when it is necessary to play up the space. In this case, the screens will perform a decorative function. If they are not secured to the bed, it will be impossible to lean on them. However, they are the ones that make it possible to make the space more harmonious, smoothing out the corners also due to their height. Screens will help out when placing the bed at a corner. Photo: pinterest.com Almost all of these ideas can be brought to life on your own and at minimal cost. If you know what else can be used to make a beautiful and comfortable headboard, be sure to write about it in the comments. But a comfortable and beautiful headboard is only a small part of the overall comfort of the bedroom. Read about other important points on the portal:
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