15 Ways to Re-Purpose A Headboard

I have some pieces of furniture I’m not sure what I’m going to do with since I’m turning my guest bedroom into an office/craft space for myself.  I have this extra headboard and I don’t know if I just want to donate it or re-purpose it somehow.

So I thought I’d see what ideas were out there for upcycling a headboard.

15 Projects to Re-Purpose a Headboard

• Paint is Important! Be sure to buy the right kind of paint to make your project last longer. This is even more important if you are going to have it outside in the elements!
• Use Wood Filler. Some headboards are going to have holes in them from the rest of frame. If that bothers you, you can use wood fillers before you paint to get a smooth finish.
• Sanding may be Required. You may have to sand the varnish off the headboard before you begin your project. This will help the paint stick and give you a better-finished product.

1. Welcome Sign

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I could repurpose it into a cute sign like this one from Bella Tucker. She uses chalkboard paint, so you could change the message for the holidays!

2. Hanging Headboard

Isn’t this one from Sweet Pickins just so cute? I could see it hanging on my fence in my garden. It would be great in a mudroom or drop-off zone for all the coats and jackets.

3. Large Signs Made From Headboards

I could cut the top off mine and make it a sign like this from My Repurposed Life. She has several cute ideas for signs you could make if you can’t think of a saying for yours.

4. Chalkboard Sign

Or make it into a chalkboard like this one from Knick of Time. Hers is hanging outside but could easily be inside for a to-do list, kitchen menu, or reminder board.

5. Picture Board

Here’s a headboard turned into a clipboard photo display from My Repurposed Life. I love that you can change the pictures out quickly and easily!

6. Planter Box

I love this cute planter box made out of an old headboard and a dresser drawer. If you don’t have the drawer, no need to worry, just make a box out of lumber and you are good to go. Knick of Time shows you step-by-step how to complete this project.

7. Decor Shelf

I am really liking the look of this re-purposed headboard into a decor shelf! Knick of Time has this idea: click through to see the steps.

8. Farmer’s Market Sign

Spruce up your space with a new sign made from an old headboard! I love the shape element that the headboard brings! Knick of Time shows you how to make this farmer’s market sign.

9. DIY Repurposed Metal Headboard Bench

This vintage metal headboard bench from Southern Revivals is stunning! I would love to have one of these to take pictures of my grandchildren on!

10. Menu Chalkboard

Home Talk has the info on this cute menu board! I like the idea of planning out the menu for the week and having it visible for everyone in the house.

11. Bench

Home Talk uses a twin headboard to make this bench but you could use any size you wanted! I like the added cushion, too!

12. DIY Headboard Sign

Chalkboard signs are quite trendy and so easy to create. Canary Street Crafts modified this headboard into a large chalkboard sign.

13. Outdoor Garden Headboard Bench For Two

The Interior Frugalista reshapes this headboard into a pleasing garden bench and would be delightful in any garden area.

14. DIY Headboard Bench

If you would like to try this DIY headboard bench from Artsy Chicks Rule, begin by finding a twin headboard and footboard and you will be on your way.

15. Bulletin Board

Hometalk remakes an old headboard into an eye-catching bulletin board. This bulletin board would be perfect for a little girls room or a college dorm.

I’m kind of liking the headboard into a sign idea for my garden.

Which re-purpose idea would you choose to do?

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