In the past, traditional beds already had the headboard in the structure. However, this has changed since box beds, models in which base is the exact size of the mattress, have conquered the market. As they do not have the included headboard, they made it possible to use creativity to enhance the decor of the room by purchasing it separately.
Although many people prefer not to purchase this accessory, leaning the bed directly against the wall, it is necessary to know that the furniture does not only have an aesthetic function. It is also functional, providing comfort, protection, and safety, both for people and for the mattress itself.
If you still don’t know how to choose a single and double bed headboard, this article is right for you. In addition to differentiating the models, you will learn which type is the best base on the size of your room. Good reading!
What is the headboard for?
- Also, of course, to contribute to the decoration of the room, it serves to.
- Protect the wall behind the bed against stains, impacts, and scratches.
- Prevent the mattress from coming into contact with moisture and dirt on the wall.
- Damping beats against the wall.
- Serve as a backrest for people.
- Increase the comfort and thermal sensation of the bed.
Headboard types
The most common models are wooden and upholstered. The wooden headboard is a more traditional option and can find in MDF, MDP, or reliable wood options. This option combines, for example, with rustic decor and wooden furniture.
On the other hand, the upholstered suede or velvet headboard is a more modern type that emerged to accompany the innovations in box bed models. Unlike the wooden single and double bed headboards, the upholstered model has the advantage of comfort and is more suitable for those who like to sit on the bed and stay lean.
There are different types of upholstered single and double bed headboards. For example, the smooth models, which combine with more basic decor, or those with scratches or lines, perfect for a minimalist environment. In addition to these, the tufted single and double bed headboard model, which has an embroidered button, is suitable for modern and romantic spaces.
How to choose the ideal model?
To know the ideal headboard model, you must take into account four things:
- Box bed size (single bed, traditional couple, queen or king).
- Room length.
- Height of the ceiling height of the room (floor to ceiling height).
- Use of the room.
Desired comfort and aesthetics.
If the room is narrow, the headboard mustn’t further diminish the atmosphere. Therefore, it is recommended that the headboard covers the entire length of the wall and is not too high, around 30 cm more than the height of the bed.
Another tip is to select a headboard of the same tone as the wall if the room is tiny. Now, if the place has a high ceiling, the long and low headboard helps to give the feeling of proportion in the environment.
On the other hand, if the space is very high, it is advisable to do the opposite, opting for a shorter but taller headboard. Regarding colors, it is worth betting on a tone that highlights the environment.
To complement the decoration of the room, the tip is to bet on points of light, for example, with a lamp, a floor lamp, or a lamp on the bed.
In addition to making the space cozier, the combination of light and headboard enhances the decor. If you have space on the wall, finish with a frame or picture frame on the bed.
Single bed headboard
Finally, the headboards for single bed should be highlighted. You need to talk about them separately. Overall, they are very similar to the headboards for double box beds.
However, to better protect children, most are covered with foam and fabric. And some models even make a fold, protecting not only the head region but also the body – as if it were an “L.”
WHY HEADBOARD IS A MUST HAVE ACCESSORY?
“A headboard, do I really need it? “So much we hear a specific query. Whether you are purchasing a new or current bed, headboards will give every bedroom an attractive and relaxing feature. The correct headboard will keep you dry, cover your walls, keep your pillows secures and bring a more restful sleep environment to the overall decor.
To secure your pillow: In the morning, nothing is as disorienting as waking up without pillows, only to find that they have slipped from between your bed and the wall. You can fully avoid this problem with a head pad, close the distance and have the ideal place for your pillows to relax when sleeping. It leaves them dust-free, cool and where they should be.
Keep it warm, cosy and comfortable: Maybe you don’t think of the headboard as a means of warmth or relaxation, but in fact they will help you stay up in bed to avoid the chill off your walls during colder periods. Only a plain covered headboard, such as our upholstered Samuel velour headboards, is able to give you warmth while you are sitting back, reading, enjoying a cup of tea or browsing your laptop or tablet and shield yourself from cold. A headboard will provide another barrier of cold or poorly separated walls to hold you colder during sleep, whether your bed sits on an outside wall.
Can be used as a wall cover: Marks, scratches or wallpaper drops make a space unpleasant. If it’s placing the bed in your room, left from an old headboard, or just turning up unexpectedly almost overnight, a new headboard will cover up residual traces and scratches, however it will avoid any harm to your walls. For example, for a children’s bedroom a simple-to-clean headboard covers the wall from scratching fingertips which is quick and tidy to wash. A great illustration of a wipe-clean head board suitable for a children’s space is the Moon Children’s Faux Leather headboard.
As a home decor: Ornamenting and not managing to locate the final contact to make it fall together? Well, whether or not a panel could also be a fragile decoration that gives a pleasing end or a powerful, eye-drawing comment. We have a vast variety of plain, but beautiful wooden, brass, upholstered and luxury headboards in a broad range of colours. In a clear yet elegant style yet audacious yet sophisticated, the Cleopatra luxury fabric headboard gives the best in all worlds thanks to the beautiful almost diamond look of the features.
Feng shui: The Chinese metaphysical method, although you’ve never learned of the Feng Shui, should foster peace between oneself and with your environment. A headboard will boost the Feng Shui in your space by offering you a sense of warmth and health, which has been believed to start where mankind has only existed in caves.
A headboard is an important function in your bedroom for anyone or your family who needs to build a cosy, dry and healthy setting. A headboard has many applications, from the cold to the safety of the wall at night. For more details or assistance, pick your dormitory headboard, feel free to email or check our collection to find the correct one for you.
Well, now that you have received so much information, think more about your home decor. Would you like to have a bed?