Why spend $1,200 on an upholstered headboard when you can DIY instead of buy? We’ve come up with 25 creative ideas for decorating a bedroom sans headboard.
1. Glue together various size birch slices for an earthy look.
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2. Reclaimed wood wall art will do the trick.
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3. Or go with plywood for a minimalist aesthetic.
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4. Upcycled shutters look good too.
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5. Start a new chapter with a DIY book headboard.
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6. An oversized piece of art is creatively cool.
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7. Weathered doors look especially pretty.
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8. A washi tape design takes about $3 and ten minutes of your time.
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9. Send the right message with a light box headboard.
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10. A pull-down classroom map is old school cool.
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11. Upcycled windows have shabby chic appeal.
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12. A pallet headboard is simple yet stylish.
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13. Seek out good vibes with a tapestry.
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14. Personalize your bedroom with a chalkboard headboard.
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15. A mirror will make your room appear larger.
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16. Create the perfect #shelfie behind your bed.
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17. Channel the 70s with a macramé wall hanging.
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18. Rugs aren’t just for floors.
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19. Install a pegboard to hang all the things!
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20. On a budget? Paint a headboard onto the wall.
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21. Cover a portion of your wall in Stikwood.
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22. A fireplace mantle looks whimsical when paired with prints.
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23. Affix cushions to the wall for a relaxed vibe.
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24. Obscure objects add intrigue.
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