Headboard Design

During the era of colonial expansion, headboards became a very lucrative business, and were transported all over the world. While many of the materials for creating bedroom furniture could be sourced locally, a headboard made from exotic and luxury items would garner more social respect.

Today, with the number and variety of headboards available, it would not be amiss to say that this classic item of furniture is undergoing something of a renaissance. There are literally thousands of styles to choose from, ranging in colour, materials, textures and shape, all of which can be selected by the customer to create a bespoke design tailored to their preferences and needs. Take a look at these 5 pieces that can be used as headboards. Get one for your bed and you can be sure your bedroom will soon be the talk of the town.

-Room Divider as Headboard Using a room divider as a headboard is a simply brilliant idea; it's simple to implement and adds a touch of brilliance to any bedroom makeover endeavor. Room dividers are typically at a perfect height for use as a headboard. All you need to do is fold it out flat and wedge it in between the wall and the bed.

-Wrought Iron Gate as Headboard. The next time you pass by a wrought iron gate look at it differently and try to visualize it on the wall behind your bed. Regal, isn't it? A wrought iron gate with a figural motif can instantly transform your bedroom into an ancient castle full of romance and mystery. For a 'you're-definitely-never-gonna-see-this-anywhere-else' kind of look get one specially made with your initials incorporated into the design. Wrought iron gates go well with bedrooms that are designed in the Mexican, Italian or Gothic styles.

-Picket Fence as Headboard. A white picket-fence headboard is just perfect for a country-style bedroom. All you need to do is mount it at the required fence and you have a charming addition to your country bedroom. Ever heard of a picket fence inside the house? You have now and it looks sensational!

-Fireplace Mantle as Headboard. A fireplace mantel headboard is sure to bring instant warmth and coziness into your bedroom with or without an actual fire burning. Get a fireplace mantle that's a tad wider than the width of your bed and push your bed towards it for a snug-as-a-bug fit. A fireplace mantle headboard goes great with a shabby chic as well as a cottage bedroom.

While a gigantic mirror may be overwhelming as a headboard, smaller sized square mirrors with beveled edges can be placed on the wall with interesting buttons or any other round item placed at every corner at the meeting place of the squares. A mirrored headboard can open up the room dramatically and it's a great and easy way to make a small bedroom appear much larger.