Your bedroom is supposed to be your haven, where almost all, if not all, of your day's problems seem to fade away as you relax in the warmth of your bed with a cup of tea in hand. As the most intimate part of your home, it only makes sense that you devote a significant amount of time to making your bedroom as aesthetically pleasing as possible, and when it comes to a bedroom's appearance, the bed back's design calls all the shots. The bed is not only the most important piece of furniture in the bedroom, but it also serves as the focal point for its appearance! So, here are ten classic bed back designs you can check out if you plan to give your your comfort nook a makeover.
10 Classic Bed Back Designs To Give Your Bedroom A Much Needed Makeover
Upholstered Bed Back
Probably the most classic and evergreen style and one that won't go out of style any time soon — an upholstered bed back is a sturdy yet versatile choice for the bedroom. The concept of adding cushioning to a bed frame not only lends it a cosy yet comfortable feel but also gives your bed a soft yet firm backrest to prop pillows against when you want to catch up on your reading or watch TV while being in bed. When it comes to upholstered bed backs, you will be spoiled for choice when it comes to designs and colours, ranging from dramatic ceiling-touching geometric patterns to minimal fluted patterns.
Rustic Wooden Bed Back
For those who always opt for simpler styles, a wooden bed back is the easiest choice! Not only does it look warm and inviting but also adds a touch of old-world glamour to your room. As far as design is concerned, you can choose anything that matches your vibe. Go for a sleek unpolished headboard if you wish to keep the look of the bed really understated or opt for wooden panels for the wall behind your bed to create an impressive bed back.
Vintage-Styled Bed Back
Looking to have your fairytale moment? Look no further than an OTT retro-styled gold-polished bed with the bed back featuring dramatic carvings. This bed back design isn't as modern as the other options on the list and also requires the bedroom to be designed in accordance with the bed since the design is a bit loud. But, if traditional antique-looking beds are your thing, so be it!
Leather Bed Back
While velvet and synthetic fabrics are a popular choice for upholstered bed backs, leather is equally in-demand for cushioning of the headboards. It gives the bedroom a luxurious and comfortable feel. The padded bed back is made of leather and has a wooden frame and metal fittings to support the structure. Leather doesn't take as much wear and tear so do make a note of that before opting for it.
Tufted Bed Back
Tufted and upholstered bed back designs are more or less the same with the only difference in the sewing. Tufted bed frames have a soft headboard that is both padded and tufted. This means that the fabric has been sewn together and is held together with a button or a knot. Tufted bed frames have a classic appearance and create an elegant vibe for the bedroom. Go for a neutral colour like grey or white for a clean look or go the colourful route with a yellow or red to create a statement.
Metal Bed Back
There's something about an intricately patterned metal bedframe that looks extremely romantic and charming. Also, metal bed backs are quite lightweight so if you are a renter or just someone who moves from place to place frequently, then this one's the best choice for you! Also, they are quite affordable in comparison to wooden or upholstered bed backs and also require less maintenance. The only point to be careful of is to make sure you are buying one made from quality iron.
LBB's Tip: Turn a boring metal bed back into a fun one by adding bed curtains to create a canopy.
Short Bed Back For Wall Art
Highlighting the wall behind your bed's back is an easy-peasy way to give your bedroom a facelift. Choose a short, 'barely there' headboard as your bed back and bring the wall behind it to life with the help of stunning wall art or simply turn it into an accent wall if you are feeling creative. The idea is to keep the bed back out of sight so that the focus is entirely on the wall.
Pro-tip: Check out our curation of accent wall decoration ideas here.
Cane Bed Back
A cane bed back is perfect for Indian homes since it adds an element of Indian handicraft while also featuring a nature-inspired quality to it that features tranquility and visual aesthetics in equal parts. For a simple, exquisite and tasteful bed back design that stays relevant for years to come, a rattan cane bed back would make for a great choice. Apart from looking graceful, it is also quite sturdy, perfect for the hustle-bustle of Indian homes.
Fancy Bed Back
By fancy, we mean to refer to all of those canopy or roof-touching bed backs made popular by Instagram. You can go as maximal as you want with features like the headboard's arch and height or roof or other design marvels to add oomph to your bed back design.
Rounded Bed Back
A round bed is a great pick if you want to ditch the typical rectangular beds and give your bedroom something unique to grab eyeballs. A round bed also saves you space and makes the room look less restrictive in case you are dealing with a smaller room. Take cues from the image and go for a royal-approved heightened rounded bed back upholstered in a plush material like velvet or raw silk if you like.
