Wrought Iron King Bed & Headboard

242 Ideas by Eliza Bush

Beautiful, functional, and not just at the head, but also the foot of the bed, these wrought iron additions to your bed will give it a rustic, but classy look. Curls and points drawn from the twisted iron, your bed has never looked so inviting as it will after you install your very own wrought iron king size headboard system. Plenty of options in the collection.

Intricate Wrought Iron Headboard and Footboard for a King Bed

Ashwyn Heavy Duty Steel Slat Bed Frame with 18" High, Vintage Style, Anti Sway and Squeak Resistant

Eberhart Metal Bed

Oddsteinn Heavy Duty Steel Bed Frame

Hampton 14'' Heavy Duty Steel Platform Bed

Victorian style for a grandiose, king-size bed with a headboard and footboard made out of wrought iron. The metal frame of the bed has a shiny, polished finish and is fitted with numerous decorative elements.

Amylia Heavy Duty Anti-sway 14-inch Steel Tube Iron Bed with Decorative Ball 40 Headboard

Hillsdale Furniture Chesapeake Metal Bed Chesapeake Bed

Feel like a king! With this wrought iron king size bed it's super easy! Check out its huge headboard! We love the bedding style - you actually have a feeling like you're in the castle. Nice wooden floor and beautiful night lamp.

Curved Wrought Iron King Bed

Modern Farmhouse King Size Wrought Iron Bed

Marple 40 Inch Bed Frame With Headboard And Footboard, No Box Spring Needed Heavy Duty Metal Platform, Premium Steel Slat Mattress Foundation With Storage, Noise Free Iron-Art Bed Frame

Beautifully ornamented iron headboard delights with its intricate shape and design. With all its quirkiness and swirls, it will fit into classical interiors, adding a new character. Wrought iron construction stands for sustainability.

Oley 18'' Heavy Duty Steel Platform Bed Frame with Round Corners, No Box Spring Needed, Noise Free

Laurel, this beautiful king size bed with headboard panel of artistic ...

Heavy wrought iron king size bed. With headboard and matching footboard. Iron design with strong bars and bold lines juxtaposed against delicate metalwork. Casual design hinting at retro inspirations. Smoothly curved lines make the whole less rough.

Ottery Heavy Duty 18 Inch Metal Bed Frame, No Box Spring Needed, Slots for Headboard Attachment, No Noise

Wought iron can be a stunning decorative material for your king size bed and headboards. Together with stately oak and hand-forged patterns of leaves makes the whole visualisation of good taste. Artisian-craftsmanship comes with natural black color.

Ashwyn 18" High Platform Bed Frame, Victorian Style, No Box Spring Needed, No Squeak and Anti-Sway

Low Profile Wrought Iron King Bed

Bryana 14'' Heavy Duty Steel Bed Frame

Francine 14'' No Headboard Metal Bed Frame with Cross Bed End

Wachapreague 14'' Heavy Duty Steel Bed Frame

Hanson 18" Bed Frame

Metal headboard that suits king-size beds. This wrought iron element features slightly S-shaped slats located in vertical direction. The headboard is not only solid, but it also makes bed more attractive.

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Wrought Iron King Bed & Headboard

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Eliza Bush Interior Design Expert

Eliza is a creative interior designer who swears by the power of sleek interiors and quality furniture to transform daily personal and professional life. With a B.Sc. in interior design from Philadelphia University and a well trained eye for craftsmanship, she offers unparalleled advice on how to arrange your space to make it sophisticated, comfortable, and functional, whether it’s the office or bedroom.

How wide should a headboard be for a king size bed?

A standard king size mattress is 76” W x 80” L. A headboard should naturally protrude past the edge of the mattress to make it the widest part of the bed frame. A good rule is that your headboard should be roughly 3” wider than the mattress of your bed. A standard headboard width for a king size bed is 80”, which is 4” wider than a standard king mattress. Going with these standard sizes means your headboard extends 2” wider than the mattress on either side of the bed.

While a headboard should never really be narrower than your mattress for structural support reasons, you can choose to get a custom headboard that is much wider than 80” for your king size bed if you have the space in your bedroom. An oversize headboard can act as a focal point in your home if you select an interesting headboard design that complements your bedroom decor.

Wrought iron king size headboards are ideal for traditional or Shabby chic style bedrooms, while diamond button-tufted headboards are an excellent choice for Hollywood Regency or mid-century modern spaces.

You can also use larger headboards for additional storage if you choose one that has shelving built-in, which can be useful, especially if you don’t have bedside tables.

Is a wrought iron headboard comfortable?

Wrought iron king size headboards are an elegant statement piece for your bedroom. Wrought iron headboards are not only beautifully stylish, but they also offer comfort and durability. These headboards create a visually pleasing backdrop for your pillows and comforter without jutting into your headspace because of their intricate design patterns.

Wrought iron is smooth and cool to the touch, meaning that your head can rest gently against the headboard comfortably. Instead of one solid piece, wrought iron headboards have openings in their design. This is beneficial for sleepers who move around at night and do not want to hit their hands on a completely solid headboard.

What bedroom style does a wrought iron king size headboard match?

A wrought iron king-size headboard will match a bedroom that has more of a modern appeal. The wrought iron style frame gives the bed a rustic feel and makes it a great focal point or a statement piece that works well in contemporary or industrial-style bedrooms.