How to build a double size head board?

Here are a bunch of ideas for headboards: https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=headboard

Hi! Basically, if you look at most headboards, they are a frame that attaches to your bed frame by the "legs" and a padded section the same width as your bed. When I built one, I used half a sheet of plywood, some 2x4's to create the "legs", a crib size roll of quilt batting, spray glue, a pretty sheet, a staple gun, hammer, screwdriver, screws, etc. I built the frame based on the width of the bed so it would attach to the frame. I also wanted a tall headboard, but, you can decide how tall you want. Once the frame with the headboard panel attached, I wrapped the panel with the batting. If you spray some adhesive on first, it's easy to position the batting. Then I stapled around the edge and up the middle. You can staple the fabric in place or make a slipcover that slides over the top (which makes it easier to remove and wash or replace). Then I bolted the frame legs to the metal frame. You need to work with the dimensions of your bed as far as measurements. Good luck and stay safe!

Here's how we made one from a repurposed piece of panelling: https://www.frugalfamilytimes.com/2019/10/green-reclaimed-headboard-diy.html

Hello do you wish to build a plain wood one and an upholstered one or more complicated design? Here’s a link to a basic wooden headboard construction post. Hope this helps.

How to Build a DIY Rustic Wooden Headboard | Hometalk

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/build/furniture/diy-rustic-wooden-headboard-37510213?expand_all_questions=1

Hi Marjorie,

Timber - One large piece or planks could be fitted together with battens and then the fixings can be purchased from eBay or made to slip over the screw fixers on the bed base or Headboard could be fitted to the wall! You could also use MDF for this purpose . It could also be upholstered if you would like that too.

Here are two different video tutorials for you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Whwsh8QusU4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkCTW-kjtFs

I love the look of an old window hung on the wall as a headboard!

here is some ideas https://www.thespruce.com/dreamy-and-totally-doable-diy-headboards-3017296

Here is one I have made, this should give you an idea on how to make one.

Painting the lampshade is an option. https://www.marthastewart.com/911978/how-paint-lampshade

Here's a post that might help - http://echoesoflaughter.ca/2013/10/diy-headboard-for-under-40.html

Here are some ideas to consider:

https://www.bhg.com/rooms/bedroom/headboard/cheap-chic-headboard-projects/

Hello Marjorie, hope these help you out,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VY8jHAd_Jio

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1V_Lrgj3X3Y

Pretty easy. Got to your local building supply store. Ask for a 3/8 piece of plywood cut to 2feet by 4 feet. They usually are 6 feet by four feet. But ask for 2 x 4 feet in case they have one already cut. Then take it home and stain or paint it. Decide on a cover. You can buy foam from almost anywhere like walmart. Cut your foam to size. And use some foam friendly glued to apply to plywood. Cover it with fabric and staples fabric to the back side of plywood. You can use staple gun to give the front the look of buttons. Staple where you want the buttons the glue the buttons on top of staples. You can hang the headboard by using hooks applied to back of headboard. If you dont want foam or fabric you can paint it or cover with your material of choice