15 Best Upholstered Headboards for an Easy Bedroom Update

The standout detail for this Ball & Cast option is the rounded, scalloped edges—but the beautiful rose velvet fabric is a close second. It’s adjustable in height and would be absolutely gorgeous with cream or light pink bedding.

This option is a more playful take on a classic linen tufted headboard, mostly because of its navy blue (almost denim-like) color. With the buttons and the classic shape, it’s a way to color outside the lines and play with a refreshing take on a neutral.

Another popular look for an upholstered headboard is a nailhead trim along the arched top and sides, which functions as a slight nod to French countryside design. This cream-colored option is simple with the added edge of the nailhead, which will likely go with any decor you already have.

If a more dramatic shape is in your wheelhouse, this velvet headboard has a stunning arch shape with more pronounced edges. This would be a statement piece because of its standout silhouette.

There’s no other option on this list more reminiscent of a cloud than this detailed, cream headboard that has lots of tufted buttons and an arched top. Another bonus: It’s soft and cushioned, so it will be comfortable to lean on while reading or watching television before bedtime.

This simple option has straight, clean lines—and the black fabric is neutral without being boring. With pre-drilled legs and the ability to mount on the wall, it’s a great price at under $100.

For the mid-century modern obsessed, this gorgeous option features tufted upholstery and a walnut frame, allowing for the best of both worlds. The sturdy rubberwood and extra-padded material will provide both durability and comfort. (You can also pick out a great mid-century lamp to go with it.)

This is for someone who wants a major change in their bedroom decor, as both its color and design are showstopping. The teal would be fantastic with black, gold, or burnt orange accents, and the dramatic V-shaped velvet panels will catch anyone’s eye.

This navy option is certainly the most unusual find on this list. However, with fun maximalist decor becoming popular in interior design these days, this will fit right in with those who never think less is more. It would be fantastic for a teen bedroom, too, and feels like an ocean wave right in your bedroom.

If you’re a fan of modern, industrial style—or even odes to farmhouse décor—there’s still an option for an upholstered headboard. This one has a lovely black metal rail accent, which also allows you to adjust the height when you mount it on the wall. And if you’re nervous about installing, the manufacturer notes it only takes 30 minutes to do so.

If you’re the type of person who needs to customize everything, this is the headboard for you. What’s most unique about these soft, square panels is you can build them up as you wish. Each set comes with four, but you can buy a few to design a whole accent wall if you so choose. They come in six finishes and 31 colors, so you’ll be able to create whatever mood you want, and each one takes five minutes to install with the included anchorless screws. They even add some soundproofing, too.

This is a simple, square headboard that stands out because of its colorways and velvet finish. If you’re drawn to splashes of color, this is the easiest way to do it. Choose from a beautiful papaya color or a rich aubergine, a bold berry, or a calming sea blue.

The standout of this headboard is the wingback feature, which creates an inverse-arched silhouette. It’s a beautiful detail that adds a little something to a standard shape, and the padding makes it a comfortable option, too.

There’s such nice detailing on this headboard that truly elevates its classic shape. The nailhead edge is gorgeous, but the centerpiece is certainly the protruding center panel, which adds a bit of texture and interest to an otherwise plain silhouette.