Do You Really Need a Headboard? Here Are 5 Reasons Why You Should Have One
A stylish headboard can completely transform the look and feel of a bedroom.
Historically, headboards were used as a barrier between the edge of one’s bed and the wall to prevent a person's head from getting cold at night. Houses haven't always been as well-insulated as they are today, and it was common for walls to get cold in the cooler months, which resulted in an unpleasantly cold bedroom. Nowadays, headboards serve more of a decorative purpose than anything and can help elevate the look of your bedroom, tenfold. They are also a great option for smaller rooms that can't accommodate a full bed frame.
And while they do look fantastic and can make for a stylish statement, they aren't a necessity in a room. You could hang an artwork above your bed or paint the wall to help make your room look more put together.
Below, we look at five of the main reasons why you might want to incorporate a fabulous headboard into your sleep sanctuary's design.
If you've ever walked into a bedroom and thought that something looked slightly off or incomplete, there's a good chance it was because the bed had no bedframe or headboard. While neither are necessary, bedheads play a decorative role and help to make a space look more put together and stylish. The bed is almost always the centrepiece of a bedroom so it's worth making this element beautiful. This can be done with luxurious linen, cushions, and a headboard that suits the overarching style of the space.
Because headboard are generally thin and take up vertical space rather than floor space, there's little danger of them making your room feel crowded. Whether you have a petite bedroom or a spacious sleep sanctuary, there is a headboard that will work with any room. A bedhead is a great option for small rooms when you don't have the space to have a full bed frame in place. They take up minimal space but can have a huge impact.
If you're someone who sits in bed to read or watch TV, having a headboard (particularly an upholstered one) to lean against offers just that little bit extra head and back support. Instead of sitting up against a hard wall, a headboard will provide comfort and a more pleasant sitting experience.
Bedroom storage is incredibly important, especially when you're living in a share house or you have a small boudoir with limited real estate. Thankfully, headboards can double as storage. There are some designs on the market that come with shelves or drawers to help you save space and keep your bedroom organised.
If you place your bed directly up against a wall, you may be in for an unfortunate surprise if you decide to move out or rearrange your bedroom. Your bed’s edges and corners can rub against the wall, creating marks or rubbing off paint as you toss and turn in bed. Oil and sweat from your body can also come into contact with the wall, dirtying and staining your wall’s finish. A headboard will act as a barrier between your bed and the wall, preventing any damage that may occur as a result of contact.
