If you’re in the midst of a bedroom makeover and looking for a big statement to anchor the space, today’s post is for you. If you aren’t planning to purchase a new bed, and the idea of upholstering plywood for a DIY headboard isn’t quite what you had in mind, don’t fret! A range of creative solutions awaits you. Keep reading as we round up our favorite DIY projects and helpful purchases that prove headboard alternatives can be more fun than the real thing!
As you scroll through the ideas below, you may find exactly what you’re looking for. Or perhaps an image will inspire your own unique take on the project at hand. Get creative and have fun beautifying your sleeping space! [painted headboard below by Geneva Vanderzeil, featured at Bunnings Warehouse]
Embellish the Wall
Sometimes the answer to your headboard project is not about the bed at all. By beautifying the wall that serves as a backdrop, you have everything you need to set the stage. While the DIY trim accent wall featured below isn’t a super-quick solution, it’s easier than it looks. Not to mention, it definitely packs a powerful punch with its retro-modern aesthetic, and any bed that backs up to it will get the spotlight it truly deserves. Check out A Beautiful Mess for all of the details.

As we’ve seen above, sometimes it’s all about the wall. And sometimes the exact embellishment you’ve been searching for is paint! Painted headboards ar...