How to Upholster a Headboard With Nail-Head Trim (page 1 of 3)
By Janell Beals, Isabella & Max RoomsMore in Decorating
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Determine Headboard Size and Cut Fabric current page
- Sew Fabric Together current page
- Cut Panels and Iron current page
- Construct Headboard Frame current page
- Line Frame With Foam current page
- Cover Foam With Batting page 2
- Cover Batting With Fabric page 2
- Tuck Edges and Secure With Nail Head Trim page 2
- Glue Fabric to Frame page 2
- Create Finished Corners page 3
- Staple Fabric to Frame page 3
- Turn Fabric Over and Attach Fabric to Back page 3
- Attach to Wall page 3
Determine Headboard Size and Cut Fabric
Measure from top edge of baseboard to ceiling to determine headboard height. Add 12 inches to this measurement to determine length to cut fabric panels. Cut two equal lengths from fabric.
Sew Fabric Together
Stack fabric panels with right sides together and pin side seams, making sure to align pattern if using a printed fabric. Sew down entire edge of fabric on both sides, creating a long sleeve.
Cut Panels and Iron
Measure and mark center of one length of fabric, then cut, creating two side panels. Iron seams open on backside of fabric.
Construct Headboard Frame
Using headboard dimensions, cut plywood and 1x4 boards to size. Position plywood to create headboard size then attach four 1x4 boards along plywood edges with screws to create outer frame.
Line Frame With Foam
Trim four sheets of foam to fit snugly within headboard frame.
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