Stylish Headboard Ideas

Colorful Ribbon Headboard

• An assortment of colorful ribbon, paint, varnish and a large piece of plywood are all you need to create a stylish headboard with colorful ribbon decorations. White paint covers the sanded plywood sheet to form a plain base. Thick varnish over the paint provides a strong and smooth surface. Evenly spaced pieces of assorted ribbon form crisscrossed stripes across the front of the plain headboard to create a diamond pattern. Thin pieces of ribbon cover the sides of the plywood headboard for a finished look.

Contemporary Padded Headboard

• Combine contemporary style and comfortable cushioning to create a stylish padded headboard. The tall gridded headboard consists of seven vertical padded squares and five horizontal padded squares. Soft, dark amber-colored upholstery covers the headboard and each padded square for a touch of indulgence. Pair the headboard with a bed of matching width to create a fluid style line. Add any combination of amber linens to complement to headboard, such as an amber, white and black floral bedspread.

Earthy Wood Headboard

• Recycle assorted wood planks to create a fancy headboard with an earthy feel and a low-cost. The flat, tall, rectangular headboard consists of assorted planks cut to the same size and thickness. Each plank fits tightly for a seamless silhouette. High-gloss varnish covers the entire piece to help bring out the different colors and patterns in each assorted plank. Pair the headboard with a flower-patterned quilt on the bed and assorted wood bedroom furniture for a casual and inviting feel.

Fancy Curtain Headboard

• A long, single curtain matching the width of the bed provides a sleek and fancy style to a bland bedroom. A thick gold curtain rod on the top of the wall provides a sturdy area to secure the decorative fabric. A floor-length, floral, red-and-burgundy silk curtain with thin gold ribbon trim creates a regal headboard. Light gold walls, burgundy linens and gold light fixtures complement the fabric and create a sense of warmth.

Large Bookshelf Headboard

• Turn an entire wall into a bookshelf to create attractive storage space and provide a unique headboard. The white bookshelf consists of floor-to-ceiling shelves with a tall and smooth panel in the middle. The panel creates a flat surface directly behind the bed. A large, rectangular recess above the panel provides an open area for hanging a picture or installing a window. A short bookshelf runs across the top of the recessed area to frame the area and keep the overall wall style fluid.