How can I make a king size headboard cheaply?
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Nelson.inc
on May 31, 2017
A store like Lowes or Home Depot will often have damaged hollow core doors at a very inexpensive price, or try somewhere like a Habitat Re-Store. These can be stained, painted or covered with fabric or trimmed out with molding. The possibilities are endless. -
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Jill Nunes Madden
on May 31, 2017
1.Put batting and fabric over wood,2. Hang a vintage door3. Mount some shelving4. Hang a mirror horizontally5. Hang a series of matching frames with kids/animals/wildlife6. Repurpose a wooden pallet -
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Debbie Krusienski Lumsden
on May 31, 2017
I have a few thoughts. One is to scrounge shops where they recycle used construction items such as panel doors. You can find doors in very good shape and if it is a six panel door, you should be able to hang it on the wall or just add legs to attach to the bed.Another option is to get a piece of plywood and drill holes in it in even spaces. Spray the wood with liquid glue and attach a layer of batting. You can then take thread or wire and put buttons on the front for tufting and and pull them tight . Then carefully staple the excess fabric to the back of the wood and trim.Ive seen people make a great feature wall by taking old wood painting it different colors and nailing it to the wall. Cheap and fast. You can even use old pallets for a rustic look. Just make sure they weren't treated with chemicals.If you want a softer look, hang a couple wreaths on the wall and hang some tulle or light inexpensive fabric to drape down the sides of the back of the bed. -
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Patricia
on May 31, 2017
There are lots of great ideas here on Hometalk! Good luck with your project! http://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=diy%20headboard -
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Jill Nunes Madden
on Jun 01, 2017
That IS pretty ... and easy! -
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Mor467534
on Jun 01, 2017
Old Door -
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Fiddledd224
on Jun 02, 2017
Fake it! Hang a beautiful shower curtain on a unique rod over the bed or plan out the shape of a headboard and fill in with photos or artwork. Not only will it be unique, but you can change the "headboard" any time you want to. -
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Meg Pendergraph
on Jun 02, 2017
Great idea, thanks
Nelson.inc
on May 31, 2017
Jill Nunes Madden
on May 31, 2017
Debbie Krusienski Lumsden
on May 31, 2017
Patricia
on May 31, 2017
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