DIY Modern Headboard

Build It Thrifty
by Build It Thrifty
4 Materials
$45
4 Hours
Easy

Materials:

  • 3-1×2@6′
  • 7-1x4s@6′
  • 1 1/4″ wood screws
  • Paint or stain



Cut List:

  • 3-1×2@61″
  • 5-1×4@61″
  • 3-1×4@22 7/8″

(These measurements are for a full size mattress.)

Cut all the boards as specified in the cut list.

I laid out all the boards on the ground to see the pattern I wanted first.

I attached the two end pieces first to connect the top and bottom horizontal boards. I brought it out flush with the end of the horizontal board then checked for square before attaching with a 1 1/4″ screw. I drilled slowly so I wouldn’t crack the board and stopped when the screw was almost flush with the board. Repeat for all four corners of the headboard.

Next, I just drilled in the rest of the boards in the pattern I arranged earlier. I used an 1/8″ spacer in between the boards as I was attaching them. I also added another 22 7/8″ board in the center for extra support.

Here it is completely assembled. Now it’s time to stain! I used Minwax Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner first then I used my go-to stain Minwax Early American. Seal with polycrylic if you choose.


FYI-This is a floating headboard so to hang you will need to buy or make a French cleat.

Love all the beautiful wood grain!

So happy with how this headboard turned out!

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  • Evelyn Evelyn on Nov 14, 2020

    How was it attached to the wall ??

  • Carollynda Carollynda on Jul 30, 2022

    OK, so what the heck is a French Cleat. and how can you make one?

  • Bra69932639 Bra69932639 on Sep 06, 2022

    Do you have plans for the bed frame?

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