I have a California King size bed and I would like to make a faux headboard for it. Can someone either tell me how or let me know where I can get very detailed instructions.
2007-01-25 03:28:53 · 8 answers · asked by I love sushi 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I just did this forr my daughter's room. We cut MDF (fiber baord available at any lumber or home center) two inches wider than the bed, we then settled on a height of 33" since we wanted it to be rather tall. We glued batting (3") to the MDF using spray adhesive wrapping the sides around to the back to take off any sharp corners and left 1" of open MDF along the top and bottom borders for screwing it to the wall. We then glued and stapled the fabric to the back side making sure to fold the fabric several times prior to stapling for added strength. Once it was done we fastened it to the wall using wall anchors and a pegboard kit from Menard's so that it was a 1/2" out from the wall. This allows us to run electrical cords from the shelf above it to the outlet below. I then glueed and finished nailed a trim piece (ivy leaved border from any home store) which was painted to match to the top and bottom border. Behind that trim pience we added LED rope lights to the top and bottom to add some subdued lighting to the room.
Additionally, we added two more boards to either side made with bulletin board material (again at Mendard's) mounting the same way and covered with contrasting faric for hanging posters and artwork to avoid damaging the walls. The final wall is MDF covered with dry erase wall paper (available online or via specialty wall paper stores) so that she can track home work, draw or just express her feelings. All boards are cut tot he same height and all are trimmed with the same 1 1/2 trim pieces. They all have the rope lights mounted behind the trim as well. Top has blue and the bottom has white lights to match wall colors. The rope light is plugged into a wall plug that works from the wall switch. Have fun we had a ball with this one.
BTW, the headboard can be changed easily by removing the board, stripping the fabric and glueing new fabric in it's stead. We matched the fabric ont he headboard to the comforter and the other bulletin boards are covered with a tie-dyed material.
2007-01-26 15:25:21 · answer #1 · answered by jeff0264@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a great idea which will add so much flavor to your bedroom! See interior.dec.com - it is a terrific source for your project.
Making your own custom designed and fabricated headboard can bring lots of personality to a bedroom. Less expensive than most purchased headboards, a fabric-covered style also provides softness and a comfortable resting place for reading.
Though creating a custom headboard will require some basic know-how and tools, you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make.
Basically there are 6 steps:
1. Assemble tools and materials
2. Decide on the size and shape
3. Cut the wood for the headboard and legs
4. Cover wood with foam and batting
5. Secure fabric to the back with staples
6. Attach the legs and secure to the wall
The best part is that this project is fun, simple and easy to complete it in a single afternoon. You could have more romance in your bedroom by tonight!
Sounds good to me! Good luck with your project.
2007-01-25 05:30:44 · answer #2 · answered by risa_rific 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An interior door, antique door or old rod iron fence or gate of any kind as suggested. An old table top fastened to the wall works. Make sure what ever you use is safe for you to breath around at night. You want 8 hours of clean air when you sleep. Your bedroom should at least be the one place that is toxin free if the others can not be. Go to a second hand store and pick up an old one and change it with material and batting or an old quilt depending on the look your leaning towards. I would check out "Changing Rooms" Link on BBC.com. British show with great bedroom ideas. I have the same size bed to take your measurements with you.
2007-01-25 08:10:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Piece of plywood cut to the size of your bed and as tall as you want it to be. Put a layer of foam on it then upholster it with your choice of fabric. Makes a nice padded headboard. GO one step further, criss cross ribbon on the headboard, tacking where the pieces intercept and make a neat design or can be used as a scrapbook headboard. You can tuck pictures of a loved one under the ribbons.
2007-01-25 05:20:57 · answer #4 · answered by kimmi_35 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy some sheets of styrofoam insulation sheets from store like Home Depot. It can be shaped with any sharp knife, if you like. Cover with quilt batting from fabric store as thick as you like. Then cover with sheets or other fabric. You can either use a staple gun on back or use spray adhesive. Get creative. Use upholstry tacks or buttons with long shank to make a quilted effect. Or criss-cross with ribbons. The possibilities are endless! You can hang on the wall behind your bed or make it big enough to stand behind and screw it to your bedframe if you have one. Have fun.
2007-01-25 03:58:20 · answer #5 · answered by Timsmom 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This month I saw interior doors used as headboards. Try Cottage Living for ideas.
2007-01-25 06:43:20 · answer #6 · answered by professorc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
An exterior wood shutter stained or painted works well. Just screw it to the wall.
2007-01-25 17:22:21 · answer #7 · answered by rob89434 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OLD 6 PANEL DOORS MAKE GOOD HEADBOARDS!
2007-01-25 08:18:44 · answer #8 · answered by Bonno 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋