When designing a bedroom, all main considerations have to do with the bed. And headboards have always been the key feature of various bed designs, but in the past few years, their popularity is growing due to the new, modern designs coming in many different styles, colours and materials. A headboard gives you an opportunity to upgrade the look of the entire bedroom with just one piece, so here are some tips that may help you choose the right one.

Style

To begin with, consider the style of your space as it will determine all the next steps and choices you’ll make. Keep in mind that your headboard should complement your bedroom style, and not compete with it. If you prefer a more classic, traditional style, an upholstered bedhead might be the right choice, with a rectangular design, curvy shapes or opulent buttoned detail. Or you can choose a modern style headboard for achieving a minimalistic feel. If you’re going for a more coastal look, focus on materials such as rattan, leather, or timber.

Colour

Since it’s a central furniture piece of the bedroom, it’s important to choose the right colour that will work well with the rest of the colours in the room. To add a sense of luxury and elegance, a modern black headboard is the perfect solution that will stand out, but not overwhelm the room. If you prefer a refined neutral colour scheme, you can opt for softer tones and contrasting bed linen that will enrich the look of your bedroom. And of course, you can always choose comforters and throw pillows that will match your headboard, or paint the walls and get the bedroom look you’ve always wanted.

Material

After you’ve decided on your design style, you can narrow down your options and look for a material that will enrich the room décor. The main materials to choose from are wood, metal, upholstery, natural fibers and leather.

Wood – This is the most traditional material for headboards and bed frames. They are versatile and offer a luxurious, elegant look that can fit almost any bedroom.

Metal – This type of headboard can be made from different materials like iron, aluminum, copper, brass and brushed steel. With their open design, metal headboards can be used in smaller rooms, to make them look wider, and depending on the style of the rods, they can be added to modern or traditional bedroom designs.

Upholstery – Upholstered headboards are covered with materials like linen, velvet or microfiber, some are heavily padded, while others are tufted. One big advantage of choosing a fabric-covered headboard is that you can easily create a unique design that perfectly matches your bedroom décor.

Natural Fibers – Headboards made of natural fibers like wicker or rattan, fit very well in more casual designs, with a coastal or maybe country vibe.

Leather – As an upholstery option you can choose from a few different types of leather. This is a high quality material, and some types may require higher maintenance.

Think About Installation Options

Once you’ve selected the material that fits your bedroom design best, it’s time to look at the installation options available. Keep in mind that not all headboard types offer all the mounting options. The following are some of the most common ones.

Wall Mounted – This headboard mounting option is compatible with almost any bed frame. The mounting process is simple and requires a flat surface to drill into, as well as some additional materials such as a drill, level, tape measure and stud finder. It offers plenty of installation possibilities and creative ways of placing your headboard.

Bed Frame Mounted – This mounting option allows you to mount the headboard directly to your bed frame. It gives a complete look to your bed and the entire set up of the room.

Free Standing – Freestanding headboards are the most flexible solution, as they give you an opportunity to decide whether you want to mount the headboard on the wall or on the bed frame. Most modern designs of free standing headboards will stand on their own, resting between the bed and the wall. These are very simple and high quality solutions that don’t require any mounting.

Find the Right Size

When it comes to choosing the right size, begin with measuring the width of your bed, but also consider the scale of the room and the height of the ceiling. However, not only that your headboard needs to fit the bedroom, but it must be aesthetically pleasing as well. Take the bed’s placement into account and if there are there any windows to work around. The average sizes usually come in single, double, king and queen sizes.

Benefits of Getting a Headboard

Maybe you’ve never thought of a headboard as a necessity into your room, but not only that it will give your bedroom a personal touch, it will offer some protection to your wall. Here are some of the benefits a headboard can add to your everyday routine.

Prevent Your Wall – Sweating during sleep is a normal thing, however, regardless of the amount of sweat and moisture our bedding and pillow will soak, we can always wash them and use them again. But when it comes to the wall, we can easily smudge it, especially if laying with our head close to it and a headboard will protect our wall, keeping it nice and clean.

Comfort – Many of us are used to sitting up in bed, using our phone, tablet, or laptop. Having a headboard can provide an additional support to your back, making you feel more comfortable and relaxed.

Pillows Heaven – No more pillows in between the wall and the bed will make your room look nicer and will keep your pillows close to you at any time. Whether you’ve chosen a modern black headboard, or a more neutral, vivid colour, you can always arrange the pillows in a way that will add more charm to your sleeping area.

Keep the Cold Away – For quality night sleep, we need the right temperature. And sleeping against a wall is not the best idea during winter nights. A headboard will provide insulation and ensure better sleep.

Easy to Clean – Cleaning the headboard is easy, especially if it’s an upholstered one. A simple vacuuming is enough to remove dust and germs, and you can additionally clean it with water and a damp cloth for better results. Just remember to check and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.