Upholstered Headboard With Wood Frame

Our Picks

French Country Solid Wood Panel Headboard

Moneta Upholstered Solid Wood Panel Headboard

Customer Photo

French Country Solid Wood Panel Headboard

Ophelia & Co.

This wood and upholstered headboard lends an attractive focus to the bedroom. Beautiful diamond-tufted details soften the look of the arched solid rubberwood frame. The wood aspects feature traditional moldings with fluted side posts accented by ball finials.

Designer Advice:

Perfect for French country and cottage-style bedrooms. This piece would look great when matched with crisp white sheets or silk ones. You can also complement its look with end tables with half-round moldings to create a coherent traditional style. On the headboard, we recommend hanging artwork in soft pastel colors with a pastoral scene or floral images.

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Weathered Wood Upholstered Panel Headboard

A rustic accent for any bedroom, this upholstered headboard with a wood frame is handcrafted from solid wood. The frame features a rubbed finish and gray upholstery, while nailhead accents add a nice subtle touch of character.

Designer Advice:

The combination of chic and rustic elements makes this headboard a piece with unexpected aesthetics. Available in six frame finishes, the warmer stains would look great in industrial-style and lodge-style bedrooms. Meanwhile, the gray and white options are ideal for farmhouse, coastal, and shabby chic interiors. Pair it with beddings in muted tones along with white pillows for a calming vibe.

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Headboard with Carvings

Ophelia & Co.

Featuring an arched shape top in a Grosvenor style, this wood-framed upholstered headboard is made from solid rubberwood. Two fluted posts with dome finials create a framing element while the central panel features a plain linen-upholstered design.

$489.99 ~~$651.84~~

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Midcentury Style Headboard

A straight wood frame upholstered headboard, this piece exudes a modern midcentury vibe. Crafted in rubberwood and MDF in walnut brown finish, it frames a tufted headboard in gray polyester fabric. Small buttons provide an accent detail to the piece.

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Headboard with Nostalgic Appeal

Latitude Run®

Constructed using manufactured wood, this upholstered headboard with wood trim follows a rectilinear style with curved edges. The button-tufted performance fabric upholstery brings a soft contrast to the rich wood. Available in six colorways and four sizes.

$173.49 ~~$235~~

Designer Advice:

A retro-modern piece that will bring a familiar yet unique component to the bedroom. Best paired with midcentury modern end tables with tapered or hairpin legs. For a more consistent aesthetic, opt for end tables in the same wood stain color as the headboard trim. Style the bed with a textured knitted blanket to achieve that cozy Scandinavian hygge vibe.

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Customer Photo

Playful Classical Headboard

Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse®

Curvy silhouettes define this wood-trimmed upholstered headboard. Following a stylized Cleveland form, the frame is made of solid oak wood while its padded part is covered in linen fabric. Available in gray and white linen colors.

$859.99 ~~$933.99~~

Designer Advice:

Perfect for a teen’s bedroom, this piece would look great in bohemian, maximalist, and modern art-nouveau interiors. The sweeping curves bring the perfect framing for colorful or dark-colored blankets paired with neutral-toned sheets and pillowcases. Depending on your preferred style, you can pair this piece with rectilinear end tables or ones with curved frontage.

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Customer Photo

Headboard with Retro Appeal

Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse®

Featuring a modern retro feel, this framed headboard features an edging made of solid and manufactured wood. In the center is a padded element with one row of button-tufted details, giving it a distinct look. Offered in six color combinations.

$159.28 ~~$229~~

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Luxe Upholstered Headboard

Ophelia & Co.

Exuding an antique look, this handsome wood and upholstered headboard highlight the attractive combination of wood and soft fabric. Its solid wood frame features a distressed finish while its velvet upholstery evokes timeless luxury.

$439.99 ~~$561.12~~

Designer Advice:

A perfect piece for creating drama in the bedroom. Opt for the gray-colored fabric for a theatrical feel or for the taupe one if you’re aiming for something more elegant. You can also elevate its soft visual tactility by styling it with either a fur blanket or a fur rug. Best matched with traditional-style nightstands.

Merchant links are sponsored

+ more info

Buying Guide

Headboards come in many different varieties, but one of the most popular is the upholstered wood frame. In this article, you'll find the most important factors to check out when purchasing a wood frame upholstered headboard.

What are the benefits of headboards?

A headboard serves a lot of functions. For example, it can help protect the wall, which can then save you from costly repairs. A headboard can also serve as a support for your back when you are reading or doing something while in bed. At the very least, a bed without a headboard would look bare. For these reasons and more, a headboard is a standard part of a bed setup.

What types of headboards are there?

The three bacis types of headboards are:

Wall-Mounted - As the name suggests, this type of headboard needs to be attached to the wall. Typically, it requires a flat wall to work. It offers unique advantages because it's not linked to the bed. For example, the headboard will stay in place no matter how much you move around in the bed.
Bed-Frame Mounted - This type of headboard needs to be attached to the bed. Once attached, the headboard is now part of the bed, which has its own sets of advantages. For example, it's a lot more convenient to reposition the bed and headboard as they are "stuck" together.
Free-Standing - This type of headboard doesn't need to be attached to the wall or bed. This also means that it can stand on its own. The free-standing headboard excels at decorative purposes, especially if you are fond of changing your headboard time and time again.

What fabrics are used to upholster headboards?

Another thing to consider is the fabric. Nowadays, there are plenty of fabric types, but the most common ones are below.

Leather - When it comes to being luxurious, leather is the top choice. It looks beautiful and its very durable. On the downside, it can be very expensive.
Polyester - This type of fabric is synthetic. Because of such, it's economical, which makes it a great option if you don't have a lot of money to work with. On the downside, pure polyester is not as durable compared to cotton and leather.
Cotton - The fabric that has been around for ages. It's soft and easy to maintain. When it comes to durability and price, it sits in between polyester and leather.

What types of wood are used in making headboards?

These days, most wood types can be categorized into fiberboard, plywood, or solid wood.

Solid Wood - This is the most durable wood type, and it's also the most expensive.
Fiberboard - This type is made from wood chips that are compressed and glued together. Thus, it's the most economical option. On the downside, it's the least durable.
Plywood - This type of wood is made from thin and long slices of wood that are compressed together. It's a lot more durable than fiberboard, but not as much when compared to solids.