After stripping off the old decorative backing, I added some plain pieces of plywood (actually salvaged wood from an old MDF wardrobe) to create a backing, and a 2×4 to the top to frame it up and add a little height.
If the first thing you do is run out to the store and buy the first set of [high end] materials you need for a project, you’ll end up spending an arm and a leg. Keep your project frugal by searching for low budget materials, and clever alternates to high end material.
I chose to keep this project really low cost by using eggcrate mattress foam (found at Walmart for just $11), instead of spending $50 per yard on upholstery foam.
I used salvaged wood, and low end framing studs…you’re just going to cover it up anyway!
Then I used coupons on the high end items that would typically need to be purchased at full cost; such as a button kit, or home decor fabric.
I chose to keep this project really low cost by using eggcrate mattress foam (found at Walmart for just $11), instead of spending $50 per yard on upholstery foam.
I used salvaged wood, and low end framing studs…you’re just going to cover it up anyway!
Then I used coupons on the high end items that would typically need to be purchased at full cost; such as a button kit, or home decor fabric.
Covering up your ugly old headboard (or headboard frame) is easy. The challenging part of this project will be making your own buttons, otherwise the rest is surprisingly simple to execute!
I include lots of clever shortcuts to make this DIY as sturdy and easy as possible.
I include lots of clever shortcuts to make this DIY as sturdy and easy as possible.
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