Upgrade Your Bedroom Decor: How to Reupholster A Headboard
The idea of redecorating your entire bedroom can be a little intimidating; not to mention the ridiculous cost of a total makeover. But something as simple as changing up your headboard can make a world of difference to the overall look and feel of the room.
And you don’t even need to buy a new headboard.
Reupholstering is a great way to give your bedroom a new lease of life. Plus, it’s much more affordable than redecorating the whole room and is an eco-friendly way of saving furniture.
Of course, if you’ve never reupholstered a headboard before, you might be scratching your head and wondering where to start. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with this ultimate guide on how to reupholster a headboard.
Why Reupholster Your Headboard: The Benefits
When it comes to finding furniture that works in your home, can be a time-consuming and expensive venture. Reupholstering items has a world of benefits and, before I get into the nitty-gritty of how to reupholster your headboard, I’d like to explore some of the advantages.
Save money
For starters, reupholstering is a great way to save money. Of course, there are costs associated with it but the great thing about this is that you’re in control of your budget.
With a whole host of fabric options, there’s something to suit every wallet and having your headboard reupholstered often works out cheaper than buying brand-new furniture.
Help The Environment
Did you know that nearly 700,000 tonnes of furniture goes into landfill every year? This has a significant effect on the environment and governments all over the world are pushing for people to be more eco-conscious.
Now, I understand that there is some furniture that’s beyond repair and, when it’s gotten to that time where it’s falling apart, there’s no hope. But if you have a perfectly good headboard frame, there’s no reason that it can’t be reupholstered and continue to be used for many years to come.
Show Off your Style
While the market is bursting with headboard choices, there is a limit to this. If you’re looking to create a bedroom that perfectly shows off your style then reupholstering your headboard is the way to go.
By doing this, you open up a world of hundreds of fabric choices, stitching styles and much more. You can essentially create a unique headboard that isn’t seen in every other home across the county.
Create A Brand New Look
Your headboard is often the focal point of your bedroom; you don’t need to change the whole decor of the room to give it a new look.
By adding a new texture and colour of fabric to your headboard, you instantly give the room life and create a whole new vibe. All this without the time, effort and money involved in a total makeover.
Fabric Choices: Which One Is Right For You?
One of the great things about reupholstery is that there’s an almost limitless choice when it comes to fabrics. Whether you want something durable and robust or a luxurious fabric that gives the room an air of class, there’ll be something that appeals to you.
I have written a complete guide on reupholstery fabrics which you can read here, but I’d like to touch upon the options in this post to give you an idea of which ones work best for headboard reupholstery.
- Faux leather is a great option if you want something timeless and classic. Not only does it create a contemporary feel, but faux leather is also very durable and easy to maintain.
- Linen is one of the most hard-wearing reupholstery fabrics and it’s a natural material so it’s breathable and won’t hold onto odours. That said, it is more difficult to keep clean than something like leather.
- Velvet is incredibly popular and has become something of a trend in recent years. It will give your bedroom a beautifully luxurious look. However, it’s worth keeping in mind that velvet can hold onto dust and pet dander so will need to be vacuumed regularly.
- Chenille is another excellent choice if you want a luxurious look. What’s more, it’s super soft and creates a cosy vibe for your bedroom. Do keep in mind that chenille is more likely to stain and will require deeper cleaning than some other fabrics.
- Cotton is a natural and breathable material that also boasts incredible durability. But like linen, cotton can hold onto stains and will require more maintenance.
Don’t forget that there is an endless number of choices in all types of fabric when it comes to colour and pattern. This is a great way to overhaul your bedroom aesthetic and create a focal point. Whether you’re looking for something classic and simple or a statement piece that instantly catches the eye, there will be a fabric that you fall in love with.
How To Reupholster A Headboard
It is possible to reupholster a headboard yourself. This involves removing the headboard from the bed or wall and taking measurements to ensure you cut the correct length of fabric.
You’ll then need to carefully measure and cut your fabric, leaving around 5 cm around the edges which will allow you to staple the material in place.
One of the trickiest parts of reupholstering your headboard is wrapping the fabric around the furniture and securing it in place. It’s usually best to start at the top of the headboard and hammer your tacks into place before moving down the sides, eventually ending up at the bottom.
It’s important to pull the fabric tight but not too tight as this can cause it to stretch. Once everything is secure, you’ll then need to use staples to finish off the job before removing any excess fabric.
The Professional Touch
It sounds like an easy DIY job, but headboard reupholstery does require a level of skill. If you’ve never done it before and can’t be sure that you’ll succeed, I would recommend hiring a professional for the job.
I’ll level with you, having a professional reupholstery company work on your headboard is going to be more expensive. But you have to keep in mind that the quality of the work is going to be far superior.
What’s more, there’s always a risk that, when you do it yourself, things may go wrong. You’ll then have to start from scratch, possibly purchasing new fabric and spending unnecessary money.
It’s also important to point out that a professional upholsterer will apply skills and methods that ensure longevity and the best aesthetic outcome. This means that you’ll have a headboard that will look high-end and will also stand the test of time.
The Deway Touch
Deway is proud to have been reupholstering headboards for many years and our experts guarantee the perfect results every time.
We have so many happy customers whose headboards have been taken from drab to fab and we’d love to take on your headboard as our next project.
Our team is dedicated to quality; just take a look at some of our before and after photos to see our high standards. We guarantee to give your bedroom the boost it deserves.