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Easy DIY Floor Standing Headboard

Build your own modern floor standing headboard with. Just add a bed frame — metal or wood — to create a custom high-end bedroom look without the designer price tag. This beginner-friendly project can be built in any width to fit your space perfectly. Save money by using old comforters or blankets as padding, then finish with any fabric style you love for a completely custom look. with video from.

Easy DIY Floor Standing Headboard

Specifications

Project typeHeadboard
RoomBedroom
DifficultyBeginner Projects

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Easy DIY Floor Standing Headboard dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

  • 2x4s for the frame
  • 1/4" plywood or wood paneling
  • 2-3/4" screws for attaching 2x4s together
  • 1-1/4" screws, brad nails or staples for attaching plywood or paneling to the 2x4 frame
  • wood glue (if using nails or staples)
  • batting or old comforters for padding
  • fabric in 54" width for final covering
  • staples

Cut List

  • 2 - 2x4 @ desired width of headboard up to 96" to work with a 96" wide headboard
  • 4 - 2x4 @ desired height of headboard MINUS 3" - up to 45" to work with a 48" tall headboard
  • 2 - 2x4 cleats for attaching headboard, cut to size
  • 1/4" underlayment or paneling for covering, cut to size

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

Build the 2x4 frame for the headboard, the outside dimensions of the frame are your completed headboard dimensions.

Easy DIY Floor Standing Headboard — step 1
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Step 2

Add cleats placed in a position to attach to your footboard.

Easy DIY Floor Standing Headboard — step 2
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Step 3

Attach plywood to the frame, with the cleats directly against the back side of the panel.

Easy DIY Floor Standing Headboard — step 3
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Step 4

Cover the headboard with batting, padding, foam etc, neatly stapling at the back. Then cover in desired fabric and staple at the back. This headboard needs to be either attached to the wall using a French cleat, or to the bed frame for stability.

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Finishing

Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.

Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/easy-diy-floor-standing-headboard