How To Make A Diy Upholstered Headboard

How to Make a Headboard in 8 Steps:

Step 1: Cut Plywood

Get your plywood cut to size or cut it yourself with a saw.

Step 2: Cut Foam to Length of Wood

Lay the foam on the floor and place the wood over it. Trace the outline of the board onto the foam, then cut the foam with a utility knife.

Step 3: Repeat Step 2 with the Batting

Repeat Step 2 with the batting, adding a few inches on each side so that you can pull the batting over the edge of the plywood when you secure it.

Step 4: Glue Foam and Plywood

Adhere the foam to the plywood with spray adhesive. Let dry.

Step 5: Center Batting on Foam

Center the batting on top of the foam, then flip the headboard over so that the batting is on the floor. Attach to the backside of the plywood with the staple gun, pulling it tautly as you go.

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Step 6: Affix Fabric to Headboard

Flip the headboard over again so that it’s right-side up. If your fabric has any wrinkles, iron it, then center it over the headboard, using clamps to hold it in place, if necessary. Flip the headboard back so that the fabric is on the floor. Starting at the top center and pulling tightly as you go, staple the fabric to the wood. When you reach the corners, fold the fabric neatly, as you would wrapping paper. Once the entire headboard is covered, trim any excess fabric.

Step 7: Apply Nailhead Trim

Flip the headboard right-side up again. Line up the nailhead trim in a straight line, starting from the bottom of one side and working your way up. Tap in the nailheads with the mallet.