These headboard projects are great for beginners because they use standard materials with simple construction. All the plans include written step-by-step directions, color photos, diagrams, finishing suggestions, and more tips and tricks so you can customize them for your bed size. If you’d like to find more woodworking projects similar to these, so you can build a dresser, platform bed, or much more. This project will only take you an afternoon and can be a great budget project if you use reclaimed wood. The free plan is comprised of a shopping list, tool list, cut list, general instructions, diagrams, color photos, and lots of useful tips and tricks. Reclaimed Wood Headboard from Ana White Cedar is cut and placed in a herringbone pattern with wood stain being used to create the contrast seen here. This free plan includes a supply and tool list, a cut list, step-by-step directions, and color photos. Herringbone Wood Headboard from ISpyDYI Plywood, 2X4’s, and wood rounds make up this headboard. It’s a simple plan that shows you how to put the frame together and arrange the wood rounds. Wood Round Headboard from The White Buffalo Styling Co. This is an easy beginner woodworking project and budget-friendly too, it only costs about $60 in materials. The free plan includes lots of color photos and written directions. It also includes finishing directions. Barn Door Headboard from Shanty2Chic This free plan includes lots of photos and step-by-step directions to help you build it. Curvy Reclaimed Wood Headboard from Remodelaholic Remodelaholic has created this free DIY wood headboard project that uses 2x4’s and paint samples for a quick and affordable project. You can choose whatever paint colors you want to get a whole new look. Plank Headboard Wall from Remodelaholic There are written directions, color photos, plus tools and hardware, and cut lists to make sure you’re all ready to get building. Mid Century Modern DIY Headboard from DIY Candy Step-by-step building instructions will help you build this queen-sized bed headboard but with a few calculations, you can easily change the size so it will fit your bed. Reclaimed Wood Headboard from Mr. Kate This project uses new wood that is distressed to make it look like reclaimed wood. It will take you an afternoon and cost around $50 to make. There’s a supplies list, building instructions, and finishing directions all with color photos to help you along the way. Reclaimed Look Wooden Headboard from Home Made Lovely Textured Headboard from Hazel and Gold Designs This 7-piece headboard is easy to build and will give you extra storage space in your bedroom. There’s a nice shelf that gives you a place to sit a favorite book. This is a classic design that can go with just about any style that you like. Storage Headboard Plan from Kreg This DIY wood headboard plan includes a materials and tools list, diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and color photos. There’s also a lot of information on natural finishes and whitewashed finishes using paint. The plan is for building a headboard for a queen-sized bed, but there are also modifications if you’d like to build it for a King or Twin bed. Easy and Beautiful Wood DIY Headboard from A Piece of Rainbow DIY Wood Slat Headboard from The Merrythought
