From Easy To Challenging, 4 DIY Headboard Ideas To Try

By  Laurie Gunning Grossman
DIY mod painted headboard in bedroom Carrie Waller for Hunker

Struggling to catch up on zzz's after Daylight Saving Time? Sleep Week is here to help. From editor-tested bedding and slumber-friendly products to bed cleaning hacks, we've got everything you could ever need to up your sleep game. Happy snoozing.

Considering making your own headboard? Great— it's totally doable! Think about how accomplished you'll feel every night when you go to bed. (You wanted to try something new this year, didn't you? Here's your chance.)

We've rounded up four of our favorite DIY headboards created by our very own Hunker contributors. Get ready—your weekend project awaits.

1. Create a cane headboard from a $12 IKEA piece.

DIY cane headboard on bed with bohemian pillows and plant next to the bed.Caroline Burke for Hunker

One of our most popular DIYs on Hunker — we're sure you can see why. Cane is so popular right now. (And we've got all kinds of cane DIY projects to fuel your obsession.)

2. Put together a plywood headboard with built-in shelves.

Plywood headboard with built-in shelves.Caroline Burke for Hunker

So easy, so Scandi! The minimalist vibes of this plywood piece are ideal when you want to set up a soothing space for sleep.

3. Build a padded headboard with a nailhead trim.

DIY padded headboard with nailhead trim in bedroom under small mirror.Bethany DeVore for Hunker

Oh, how we just love that trim! This could go in a traditional-style bedroom, or one that's a little more moody and edgy.

4. Make the most charming modern headboard, if you love woodworking.

DIY mod painted headboard in bedroomCarrie Waller for Hunker

We admit that this tutorial calls for some advanced woodworking skills, but if you need some assistance measuring and cutting the wood, you can always let your local hardware store help you.

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