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Step 1
Hang a group of framed matted black and white photos or framed decorative papers arranged in a grid above the bed to create a headboard that is the focal point of the room.
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Step 2
Stand hollow-core doors horizontally against a wall and paint them in a color that matches your existing decor or a contrasting color for a headboard that really pops.
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Step 3
Lean a decorative screen against the bedroom wall behind the bed for a cheap stylish headboard you can make in minutes.
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Step 4
Use old window shutters on the wall behind the bed for a cheap headboard. They can be painted or left bare for a rustic country or cottage look.
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Step 5
Place a tall wide bookcase behind the bed or hang a few wall shelves above the bed for a cheap headboard that is both decorative and functional.
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Step 6
Make a cheap upholstered headboard out of plywood, upholstery batting and decorative fabric for as little as a $150.
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Step 7
Hang curtains, pillows or tapestry panels behind the bed for a cheap headboard that adds texture and color to your bedroom.











