Wood headboard

A few months ago I had the idea to create a headboard with a lamp, outlet and shelf built in. I also love using reclaimed wood because it’s unique and fun to work with. It wasn’t a super intense project-up until adding the outlet and lamp, that’s when I had to pass the baton to my husband.

Wood slat headboards are great for adding a touch of visual interest to the space behind your bed, without stealing the show. Because the bed is often the first thing someone sees when they enter your bedroom, and the headboard is positioned directly behind it, it can often make (or break) the first impression guests have of your bedroom.

Cozy Minimalist Bedding | Green Accent Wall | Wood Headboard

Wood slat headboards are great for adding a touch of visual interest to the space behind your bed, without stealing the show. Because the bed is often the first thing someone sees when they enter your bedroom, and the headboard is positioned directly behind it, it can often make (or break) the first impression guests have of your bedroom.

Make these unique and awesome DIY headboard ideas to help give your bedroom a whole new character and feel.

Easy DIY planked wood headboard build - no special tools required! This beautiful headboard gives that wood texture to your bedroom - without costing a fortune or being a huge project. You can use inexpensive pine boards or furring strips. Free step by step plans by ANA-WHITE.com

Make your own DIY dowel headboard - the perfect statement piece for your bedroom. I was on the hunt for the perfect headboard to go with my recently reupholstered bed frame, but none of the store-bought options ticked all my boxes. It needed to be light timber and usable as a shelf (as well as matching my bedroom decor). I loved the dowel look I had seen on Pinterest, but I didn't like how flat and flimsy all the store-bought options looked, I wanted a more solid frame for a bigger impact…

A bedroom with black walls, navy bedding and a round wooden headboard | via Yellow Brick Home