Can I use a headboard with an adjustable bed?

Yes, you can use a headboard with an adjustable bed. When purchasing a headboard for an adjustable bed, make sure that the packaging reads “compatible with an adjustable bed”.

Do you really need a headboard for your bed?

While a headboard is a great way to decorate a bedroom they are not always a necessity. There are other ways to get creative, especially in a small space, in terms of decorating without a headboard to create a finished bedroom.

Can I use a queen headboard on a full bed?

While queen sized beds are 6 inches wider than full sized beds, you can often use a queen size headboard for a full mattress. Headboards are usually even with or a few inches wider than the bed.

What is the point of a headboard?

The point of a headboard is to provide support and protect your wall against abrasion. In addition to these practical functions, a headboard also adds a personal touch to any room.

What is the purpose of a headboard?

Headboards serve an important purpose: They protect your wall against abrasion and support the rest of the bed. Also, headboards give your bed a unique look and, depending on which one you get, can be comfortable to lean on.

What is a floating headboard?

A floating headboard is a headboard that is mounted on a wall rather than secured to a bed frame. Some people refer to this type of headboard as a hanging headboard due to its placement. On 1stDibs, find a selection of headboards from some of the world's top sellers.

Can you buy just a headboard?

Because it is not necessary to purchase a headboard with an accompanying bed frame, purchasing the headboard alone is a great way to save money.

Are headboards a universal fit?

Whether a headboard has a universal fit depends on the specific circumstances. If your bed frame is a standard size, then all headboards of that size should fit properly. However, headboards won't necessarily fit all custom-sized bed frames. Shop a collection of headboards on 1stDibs.

Are cane headboards sturdy?

Whether or not cane headboards are sturdy depends on how they are made. Finely crafted headboards are generally durable. However, antique and vintage examples that have become warped or damaged over time may not be sturdy even if initially well-made. Shop a selection of cane headboards on 1stDibs.

Should a headboard be wider than the mattress?

Whether a headboard should be wider than a mattress is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, a headboard should be as wide as a mattress or 2 to 4 inches wider to create a balanced look. Find a collection of headboards from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the best fabric for a tufted headboard?

The best fabric for a tufted headboard depends mainly on one's preference and how the rest of the bedroom is decorated. However, velvet and leather are commonly used for upholstered headboards. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary upholstered beds from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the best wood to make a headboard?

The best wood to make a headboard is pine wood. It fits perfectly with all room decor and is sturdy, easy to work with. Find a collection of antique and vintage headboards on 1stDibs today.

A panel bed is often referred to as a box spring bed. This type of bed requires a box full of springs in order to function properly.

A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.

A bed tray is a flat surface with legs or support on both ends designed perfectly to fit across the lap of a person sitting in a bed. These versatile trays are perfect for having meals in bed, working on a laptop, or studying purposes. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary bed trays.

What is a campaign bed?

A campaign bed is a bed that is specifically made to break down or fold for ease of travel. It is designed to be packed up and carried on the go. A campaign bed is functional, versatile and lightweight. 1stDibs sells a variety of antique and vintage campaign beds.

What is an upholstered bed?

An upholstered bed is a bed that includes a headboard covered in materials such as velvet, suede, leather, among others. This upholstery typically is overlaid upon padding.

A caned bed is one that is made by using rattan bark, and weaving it into a mesh of split canes, which is then stretched over parts of the framework. In bedroom furniture, this would most likely be the headboard and footboard of the bed. Shop a collection of caned furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an opium bed?

An opium bed is a piece of furniture originally found in opium dens. Patrons would recline on the bed while smoking opium. Generally, the bed is a low wooden platform topped with a thin cushion. Some have canopies or enclosed sides. Shop a collection of opium beds on 1stDibs.

To hang a bed, you will need to install hooks in the ceiling joists and then attach chains or ropes to the hooks and the bed frame. Enlisting the help of an experienced handyman can help to ensure that you install the hooks properly to avoid personal injury or damage to the ceiling or the bed. On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage and antique beds.

Beds And Headboards

Wood Carved Bed Frames

Vintage Bamboo and Wood King Headboard

$1,550

Vintage Bamboo and Wood King Headboard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Its natural materials and woven detailing suit Coastal, Tropical, Boho, Mid-Century Modern, and Organic Modern interiors. The headboard measures 84 inches wide, 3½ inches deep, and 6...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Bamboo

1971 MCM Lane Headboard Tower Suite Collection Full/Queen Bed Rosewood & Walnut

$2,395

1971 MCM Lane Headboard Tower Suite Collection Full/Queen Bed Rosewood & Walnut

By Lane Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Sometimes the best thing to do first thing in the morning is go right back to bed! And honestly, with a bed this beautiful, you may never want to get up!!!

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

'Taliesin' Mahogany Twin Sized Bed Headboard by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed

$2,300Sale Price|41% Off

'Taliesin' Mahogany Twin Sized Bed Headboard by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeously refinished Honduran Mahogany 'Taliesin' Collection headboard for a twin sized bed was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage-Henredon in 1955 and produced only f...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Upholstered King Size bed Teak Headboard, C 1950

$3,495

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Upholstered King Size bed Teak Headboard, C 1950

By Paul McCobb

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin upholstered king size bed teak headboard with brass trim and two floating drawers, labeled in drawer.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Teak

1960s Pierre Chapo Godot Model L01 Double Bed in Elm Wood with Headboard

$22,500

1960s Pierre Chapo Godot Model L01 Double Bed in Elm Wood with Headboard

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Crafted from solid elm wood, the bed showcases Chapo's masterful approach to wood construction with handcrafted mortise and tenon joints, thick cylindrical turned legs, and a simple ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Elm

Swedish Mid Century Blond Birch King Headboard Bed Night Stands Box Spring NICE!

$6,500

Swedish Mid Century Blond Birch King Headboard Bed Night Stands Box Spring NICE!

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Swedish Mid Century Blond Birch King Headboard Bed Night Stands Box Spring NICE!

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Birch

Antique French Bed Frame Headboard Set in Birds Eye Maple Faux Bamboo English

$3,995

Antique French Bed Frame Headboard Set in Birds Eye Maple Faux Bamboo English

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Infuse your bedroom with old-world charm with this exquisite antique French bed frame and headboard set, masterfully crafted in the English faux bamboo style.

Category

Late 20th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Fine Beige Gold Blue Trim Cane Back Scallop Carving Crown Queen Bed Headboard

$2,800

Fine Beige Gold Blue Trim Cane Back Scallop Carving Crown Queen Bed Headboard

By John Widdicomb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Fine Beige Gold Blue Trim Cane Back Scallop Carving Crown Queen Size Bed Headboard MINT!

Category

20th Century American Country Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Paul Frankl Light Walnut Brass Accents Queen Size XXX Movie Headboard Bed MINT

$4,200

Paul Frankl Light Walnut Brass Accents Queen Size XXX Movie Headboard Bed MINT

By Established Lines, Paul Frankl, John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Paul Frankl Light Walnut Brass Accents Queen Size XXX Movie Headboard Bed MINT

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

King Size Bed in Light Beige Fabric with Shell-Inspired Headboard – Musa Line

$5,007 / item

King Size Bed in Light Beige Fabric with Shell-Inspired Headboard – Musa Line

By Uultis Design

Located in Hialeah, FL

Wrapped in a luxurious white/light beige *Solid White Thin Twill Weave* fabric, this bed stands out with its uniquely designed shell-shaped headboard.

Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!

$4,000

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!

By Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Full Queen Size Burl Wood Headboard Bed MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Burl, Walnut

John Stuart Oiled Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern King Size Bed Headboard MINT!

$3,800

John Stuart Oiled Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern King Size Bed Headboard MINT!

By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber, John Stuart

Located in Rockaway, NJ

John Stuart Oiled Walnut Danish Mid Century Modern King Size Bed Headboard MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Bed Headboard 3D Artistic Mosaic Gold Platinum Base & Box Leather Motorised Open

$219,419

Bed Headboard 3D Artistic Mosaic Gold Platinum Base & Box Leather Motorised Open

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Platinum, Gold Leaf

Bed Headboard 3D Artistic Mosaic Gold Leaf Base & Box Leather Motorized Opening

$131,422

Bed Headboard 3D Artistic Mosaic Gold Leaf Base & Box Leather Motorized Opening

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Gold Leaf

Paul Frankl King Size Headboard Bed Refinished Your Choice of Color Mid Century

$2,250

Paul Frankl King Size Headboard Bed Refinished Your Choice of Color Mid Century

By Paul Frankl

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant King Size Headboard, designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, circa 1950s. This piece is currently being refinished and can be finished in your choice of color. The pri...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

21st Century Ej Ee Bed Upholstered Velvet Headboard Made in Portugal by Malabar

$16,016Sale Price / item|25% Off

21st Century Ej Ee Bed Upholstered Velvet Headboard Made in Portugal by Malabar

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

The Ej-EE bed creates an artsy focal point on the scheme, making the bedroom a sanctuary for art.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Art Déco Style Elie Saab Maison 100% Wool Headboard Voyage Royal Bed Italy

$23,978 / item

Art Déco Style Elie Saab Maison 100% Wool Headboard Voyage Royal Bed Italy

By Elie Saab, Carlo Colombo

Located in Mariano Comense, CO

21st century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison 100% wool headboard voyage Royal bed, Italy. With its captivating design and geometric charm, the Voyage Royal bed lives up to its name perfec...

Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Letto Limes Queen Size Bed in White Avant Après with Padded Bands Headboard

$7,029 / item

Letto Limes Queen Size Bed in White Avant Après with Padded Bands Headboard

By Sergio Bicego

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The headboard supports are in metal with chromed finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Letto Limes King Size Bed in White Avant Après with Padded Bands Headboard

$8,613 / item

Letto Limes King Size Bed in White Avant Après with Padded Bands Headboard

By Sergio Bicego

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The headboard supports are in metal with chromed finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Sally Solid Wood Bed with Marquetry Headboard in Reclaimed Oak by Fred&Juul

$18,284 / item

Sally Solid Wood Bed with Marquetry Headboard in Reclaimed Oak by Fred&Juul

By Fred&Juul

Located in Fiesole, Florence

A chunky bed that looks as solid as the solid Oak wood it's made of, but with a delicate Marquetry headboard in reclaimed Oak from Chianti wine barrels.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak, Reclaimed Wood

Rustic Headboard

$1,400

Rustic Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Rustic grey painted Headboard. Keywords: Bed

Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Turned Wood King Bed with Woven Rush Headboard from Costantini, Luigi 'in Stock'

$13,000

Turned Wood King Bed with Woven Rush Headboard from Costantini, Luigi 'in Stock'

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

The Luigi bed features a turned wood frame and a hand woven rush headboard characteristic of early twentieth century European craftsmanship..

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Rush, Wood

Beautiful Bed Headboard Bedframe in Wood Edge trim in bronze or chrome finish

$17,713 / item

Beautiful Bed Headboard Bedframe in Wood Edge trim in bronze or chrome finish

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Style of Milo Baughman Book Matched Burl Wood Queen or Full Size Headboard Bed

$4,500

Style of Milo Baughman Book Matched Burl Wood Queen or Full Size Headboard Bed

By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman, Roland Carter

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Style of Milo Baughman book matched burl wood queen or full size headboard bed, designed by Roland Carter and produced by Lane Furniture as part of their "Alpha" collection.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Burl

Rustic Headboard

$1,400

Rustic Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Rustic gray painted headboard.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Bed Headboard from a Suite from a 5 Star Hotel in Antique Louis Seize Style

$1,371

Bed Headboard from a Suite from a 5 Star Hotel in Antique Louis Seize Style

Located in Berlin, DE

Bed headboard from a suite of the Viennese 5 star hotel in louis seize style.

Category

20th Century Italian Louis XIII Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Burlwood and Brass King Headboard

$788

Vintage Chinese Burlwood and Brass King Headboard

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Vintage Chinese burlwood king headboard with brass accents and lacquered border. A bold chinoiserie statement with rich texture. Wear to the edges and pitting to the brass as can...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Burl

Lawson-Fenning Chiselhurst Headboard, Modern Walnut Wall-Mounted Headboard

$3,900 / item

Lawson-Fenning Chiselhurst Headboard, Modern Walnut Wall-Mounted Headboard

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Chiselhurst headboard features a solid American walnut or white oak frame finished with brass caps and an upholstered headboard. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and ha...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed F...

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Erno Fabry Walnut and Cane King Headboard

$2,800

Erno Fabry Walnut and Cane King Headboard

By Erno Fabry

Located in Hanover, MA

Erno Fabry walnut king size headboard with woven cane panels Dimensions: Height: 40 inches, Width: 84 inches, Depth: 3 inches.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cane, Walnut

20th Century Regency Italian Frame and Headboard

$7,428 / set

20th Century Regency Italian Frame and Headboard

Located in Cantù, IT

Regency frame and headboard designed by Mice Versailles in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Walnut and Brass King Headboard

$1,295

Mid Century Walnut and Brass King Headboard

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mid century walnut and brass king headboard This headboard measures: 100 wide x 1.75 deep x 40.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much det...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

19th Century Italian Carved and Giltwood Headboard

$2,900

19th Century Italian Carved and Giltwood Headboard

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a 19th Century Italian headboard, crafted from carved giltwood. The intricate carvings on the headboard showcase the skilled craftsmanship of the era, adding a touch of elega...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Giltwood

Danish Teak Headboard

$1,600

Danish Teak Headboard

Located in Highland, IN

Winters Møbelsnedkeri, it was originally made for a double bed, but comes with hardware that allows it to function with a queen size bed. 38"h X 57"w X 1.5"d

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Teak

Boho Chic Rattan and Reed Twin Headboard

$355Sale Price|40% Off

Boho Chic Rattan and Reed Twin Headboard

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Embrace the natural elegance of the Boho Chic Rattan and Reed Twin Headboard. Crafted from a blend of rattan and reed, this headboard showcases organic textures and intricate weaving...

Category

20th Century Indonesian Bohemian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Rattan

Post Modern Formica and mirrored king headboard

$1,995

Post Modern Formica and mirrored king headboard

By Karl Springer

Located in Sayreville, NJ

King size Pomo headboard White Formica and mirrored Excellent condition

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mirror, Formica

The 'Moorish' Headboard

$1,834 / item

The 'Moorish' Headboard

Located in Malton, GB

Even for single beds this is a great looking headboard and only becomes more impressive the larger it gets.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric

18th C gilt and painted queen headboard

$3,850

18th C gilt and painted queen headboard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Continental gilt and painted wood headboard form the eighteenth century. This piece was designed to be mounted to a wall and would be mounted up off of the ground to align with your ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

White Twin Bamboo and Rattan Headboards, a Pair

$695 / set

White Twin Bamboo and Rattan Headboards, a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of white twin size bamboo and rattan headboards. Arched frames of wicker woven rattan are decorated at the outer edge with a scrolled and knotted rattan border. Dimensions per...

Category

Late 20th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Thomasville Woven Rattan and Cane King Headboard

$2,225

Vintage Thomasville Woven Rattan and Cane King Headboard

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A vintage king-size headboard attributed to Thomasville, crafted with a warm rattan frame and five finely woven cane panels. The gently arched silhouette gives the substantial width ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Wood

Robsjohn-Gibbings Headboard

$2,100

Robsjohn-Gibbings Headboard

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb headboard for full size bed. Newly restored in an expresso finish.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

The 'Basilica' Headboard

$1,948 / item

The 'Basilica' Headboard

Located in Malton, GB

Your bedroom is the room in the house most of us spend the majority of time so we wanted to offer you some truly unique touches to make it the perfect space for you. We now cut and m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric

The 'Mansard' Headboard

$2,175 / item

The 'Mansard' Headboard

Located in Malton, GB

Your bedroom is the room in the house most of us spend the majority of time so we wanted to offer you some truly unique touches to make it the perfect space for you. We now cut and m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric

Venetian Headboard, Queen

$6,300 / item

Venetian Headboard, Queen

By Tara Shaw Maison

Located in New Orleans, LA

This elegant Venetian-style headboard is part of the custom Tara Shaw Maison collection. Handcrafted in New Orleans. Available in king, queen and twin sizes. Inquire for Full, Califo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Venetian Headboard, Twin

$6,100 / item

Venetian Headboard, Twin

By Tara Shaw Maison

Located in New Orleans, LA

This elegant Venetian-style headboard is part of the custom Tara Shaw Maison collection. Handcrafted in New Orleans. Available in king, queen and twin sizes. Inquire for Full, Califo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

1980s Bamboo Headboard

$1,828

1980s Bamboo Headboard

Located in Marbella, ES

1980s Bamboo headboard.

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bamboo

1970s Bespoke Patinated Copper Headboard and Nightstand Set

$6,600Sale Price / set|25% Off

1970s Bespoke Patinated Copper Headboard and Nightstand Set

By Pace Collection, Paul Evans

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Striking in both scale and materiality, this 1970s bedroom suite features a monumental handcrafted copper headboard paired with two matching nightstands. The design embraces a minima...

Category

20th Century Minimalist Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Copper

Venetian Headboard, King

$6,500 / item

Venetian Headboard, King

By Tara Shaw Maison

Located in New Orleans, LA

This elegant Venetian-style headboard is part of the custom Tara Shaw Maison collection. Handcrafted in New Orleans. Available in King, Queen and Twin sizes. Inquire for Full, Califo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Full Size Headboard

$800

Full Size Headboard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Midcentury walnut and black wood headboard. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut Headboard

$550

Vintage Walnut Headboard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This large walnut headboard is perfect for adding Mid-Century Modern style to a bedroom. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Italian Venetian Carved and Polychrome Headboard

$1,250

18th Century Italian Venetian Carved and Polychrome Headboard

Located in Vero Beach, FL

The wall mounted headboard is upholstered with original period Venetian Crimson Floral Damask textile.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Textile, Wood

Phillip Lloyd Powell and Paul Evans Queen Headboard

$18,000

Phillip Lloyd Powell and Paul Evans Queen Headboard

By Phillip Lloyd Powell, Paul Evans

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Queen size headboard by American designers Phillip Lloyd Powell and Paul Evans c.1960s, USA. The headboard features two live edge walnut vertical planks with the famous Paul Evans gi...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Brass and Mirrored Ello Queen Headboard, 1980's

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Brass and Mirrored Ello Queen Headboard, 1980's

By Ello Furniture

Located in Culver City, CA

1980s Ello Queen Headboard – Miami Vice, But Make It Chic This 1980s postmodern Ello queen headboard is here to make your bedroom feel like a glitzy penthouse in a high-rise overloo...

Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Bamboo and Pencil Reed Headboard Twin

$700

Mid Century Bamboo and Pencil Reed Headboard Twin

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Bold and striking twin headboard. Heavy arced bamboo with split reed interior trim. Excellent visual.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bamboo, Reed

Cream Fabric Trapezium Headboard

$3,771

Cream Fabric Trapezium Headboard

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

The cream headboard is a premium furniture piece designed to enhance the luxury and comfort of your sleeping space. This model features a distinctive trapezium silhouette with a scal...

Category

2010s French Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric

Spanish Pair of Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Headboards

$2,285 / set

Spanish Pair of Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Headboards

Located in Marbella, ES

Spanish Pair of Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Headboards

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Rattan, Bamboo and Mirror Arched Headboard, Italy, 1960s

$2,742

Rattan, Bamboo and Mirror Arched Headboard, Italy, 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury-modern arched headboard in rattan, bamboo and mirror. Made in Italy in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror, Cane

Queen Size Velvet Headboard

$900

Queen Size Velvet Headboard

Located in Pomona, CA

A queen-size headboard covered in velvet fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Velvet

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood Chinese Headboard, 1960s

$4,914

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood Chinese Headboard, 1960s

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

A 20th-century Chinese headboard. This piece of furniture is carved, lacquered, and hand-painted with exquisite floral decorations. This large, impactful wall-mounted piece is ideal ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

King Size Mid-Century Modern Headboard Walnut and Cane

$1,800

King Size Mid-Century Modern Headboard Walnut and Cane

Located in Highland, IN

This beautiful king size headboard has a lovely flared profile and five inset cane panels offering the perfect degree of sophisticated elegance. 36"h X 79.5"w X 1.25"d

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Heywood Wakefield 'Champagne' Headboard

$800

Heywood Wakefield 'Champagne' Headboard

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Blonde Champagne color headboard by Heywood Wakefield. Headboard has two side cabinets attached. Open storage and hidden door storage on either side. Will fit a 54" full mattress. Pl...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

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Beds And Headboards For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of beds and headboards is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct beds and headboards — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. There are 3489 antique and vintage beds and headboards for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 525 modern editions to choose from as well. Beds and headboards have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of beds and headboards to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Hollywood Regency beds and headboards are of considerable interest. Many beds and headboards are appealing in their simplicity, but Lane Furniture, Drexel and Paul McCobb produced popular beds and headboards that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Beds-frames for You

We find relaxation and solace in our bedrooms, which are often the most cherished rooms of a home. Your antique, new or vintage bed and bed frame are integral to this oasis of personal comfort.

Beds and bed frames have long been an important part of the sanctuary that is the bedroom. For the upper class in countries such as England, the massive, costly beds of the 16th and 17th centuries were decorative and of the poster variety. Some were characterized by large painted wooden headboards, often made of oak, that featured ornate carvings and richly colored curtains affixed to each of the two or four posts — think of today’s sumptuous upholstered headboards as a distant cousin to these luxurious furnishings. The heavy fabric curtains were drawn across a fringed canopy to close out the sunlight that might’ve warmed your grandiose and opulent bedchambers. This feature could also offer privacy as desired, because, as we all know, a bedroom is for more than just sleeping.

Coiled springs didn’t make their way into mattresses until the 1800s, which likely made for a far more comfortable night’s sleep for many. Bed frames of cast iron and brass were introduced during the mid- to late-19th century. Later, the 20th century brought with it marvelous innovations for slumberland, among them daybeds from the likes of George Nelson and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich as well as convertible sofa beds.

Today, you will find a range of beds geared toward your individual personality and preferred style of decor. When shopping for a bed and bed frame, keep in mind that you’ve got options. Sizes range from twin to California king. At 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, a king-size bed is roughly 16 inches wider than a queen-size mattress, and your bed frame will likely add two to five inches to each side. (The California king bed is 84 inches long.)

From dramatic bedroom designs to uncomplicated, minimalist approaches, the bedroom has evolved into the haven that it should be: a peaceful place of respite, where we begin and end every day. Take the time to create your very own oasis — you deserve it. Rest easy with an expansive collection of antique, new and vintage beds and bed frames available on 1stDibs.

Questions About Beds And Headboards

Can I use a headboard with an adjustable bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Yes, you can use a headboard with an adjustable bed. When purchasing a headboard for an adjustable bed, make sure that the packaging reads “compatible with an adjustable bed”.
Do you really need a headboard for your bed?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
While a headboard is a great way to decorate a bedroom they are not always a necessity. There are other ways to get creative, especially in a small space, in terms of decorating without a headboard to create a finished bedroom.
Can I use a queen headboard on a full bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
While queen sized beds are 6 inches wider than full sized beds, you can often use a queen size headboard for a full mattress. Headboards are usually even with or a few inches wider than the bed.
What is the point of a headboard?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The point of a headboard is to provide support and protect your wall against abrasion. In addition to these practical functions, a headboard also adds a personal touch to any room.
What is the purpose of a headboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Headboards serve an important purpose: They protect your wall against abrasion and support the rest of the bed. Also, headboards give your bed a unique look and, depending on which one you get, can be comfortable to lean on.
What is a floating headboard?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
A floating headboard is a headboard that is mounted on a wall rather than secured to a bed frame. Some people refer to this type of headboard as a hanging headboard due to its placement. On 1stDibs, find a selection of headboards from some of the world's top sellers.
Can you buy just a headboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Because it is not necessary to purchase a headboard with an accompanying bed frame, purchasing the headboard alone is a great way to save money.
Are headboards a universal fit?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Whether a headboard has a universal fit depends on the specific circumstances. If your bed frame is a standard size, then all headboards of that size should fit properly. However, headboards won't necessarily fit all custom-sized bed frames. Shop a collection of headboards on 1stDibs.
Are cane headboards sturdy?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Whether or not cane headboards are sturdy depends on how they are made. Finely crafted headboards are generally durable. However, antique and vintage examples that have become warped or damaged over time may not be sturdy even if initially well-made. Shop a selection of cane headboards on 1stDibs.
Should a headboard be wider than the mattress?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Whether a headboard should be wider than a mattress is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, a headboard should be as wide as a mattress or 2 to 4 inches wider to create a balanced look. Find a collection of headboards from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the best fabric for a tufted headboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
The best fabric for a tufted headboard depends mainly on one's preference and how the rest of the bedroom is decorated. However, velvet and leather are commonly used for upholstered headboards. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary upholstered beds from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the best wood to make a headboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best wood to make a headboard is pine wood. It fits perfectly with all room decor and is sturdy, easy to work with. Find a collection of antique and vintage headboards on 1stDibs today.
What is a panel bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A panel bed is often referred to as a box spring bed. This type of bed requires a box full of springs in order to function properly.
What is a bed desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
What is a bed tray?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A bed tray is a flat surface with legs or support on both ends designed perfectly to fit across the lap of a person sitting in a bed. These versatile trays are perfect for having meals in bed, working on a laptop, or studying purposes. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary bed trays.
What is a campaign bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A campaign bed is a bed that is specifically made to break down or fold for ease of travel. It is designed to be packed up and carried on the go. A campaign bed is functional, versatile and lightweight. 1stDibs sells a variety of antique and vintage campaign beds.
What is an upholstered bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
An upholstered bed is a bed that includes a headboard covered in materials such as velvet, suede, leather, among others. This upholstery typically is overlaid upon padding.
What is a caned bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A caned bed is one that is made by using rattan bark, and weaving it into a mesh of split canes, which is then stretched over parts of the framework. In bedroom furniture, this would most likely be the headboard and footboard of the bed. Shop a collection of caned furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is an opium bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
An opium bed is a piece of furniture originally found in opium dens. Patrons would recline on the bed while smoking opium. Generally, the bed is a low wooden platform topped with a thin cushion. Some have canopies or enclosed sides. Shop a collection of opium beds on 1stDibs.
How do I hang a bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To hang a bed, you will need to install hooks in the ceiling joists and then attach chains or ropes to the hooks and the bed frame. Enlisting the help of an experienced handyman can help to ensure that you install the hooks properly to avoid personal injury or damage to the ceiling or the bed. On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage and antique beds.

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