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A headboard does far more than finish a bed frame. It anchors your bedroom, adds personality, and can completely shift the way your space feels. Some people choose headboards for comfort, others for style and many want both. With the right headboard, your bed isn’t just where you sleep; it becomes a place to unwind, read, watch a bit of TV, and settle into your evening.
At Furniture Tree, we see headboards as one of those small decisions that make a big difference. With so many beautiful options from soft, tufted designs to sleek, modern panels finding the right one comes down to understanding your space, your needs, and your personal style. This guide will help you choose a headboard that feels just right for your home.
1. Start With Size and Proportion
Before you get carried away with fabrics and colours, lock in the correct size. A headboard that’s too wide or too small instantly throws a room off balance.
Here’s a simple reference:
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Single & King Single – Perfect for children’s rooms, teens, and guest spaces
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Double – Suits compact rooms without feeling cramped
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Queen – The go-to choice for most New Zealand bedrooms
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King & Super King – Best for larger spaces, offering a generous and luxurious presence
It also pays to think vertically. Taller headboards make a striking statement especially in rooms with high ceilings while low-profile designs suit modern or smaller rooms where you want to maintain a light, open feeling.
Practical tip:
Measure both your bed width and available wall height. This avoids surprises, especially with loft or sloped ceiling rooms.
2. Pick a Style That Reflects Your Space
Your headboard sets the tone for the room cosy, modern, elegant, bold, relaxed, or refined. The style you choose should support the mood you want in your bedroom.
Here are a few popular options:
Tufted Headboards
Soft, classic, and instantly warm. They add depth and texture and are perfect for creating a boutique hotel feel at home.
Panel Headboards
Sleek lines, modern appeal, and a tidy, contemporary finish. A great fit for minimalist rooms or Scandinavian-inspired homes.
Curved or Wingback Designs
These add gentle sophistication and frame the bed beautifully. They bring an elevated look without feeling fussy.
Every style we offer at Furniture Tree is made with strong internal framing and carefully upholstered finishes because headboards need to look good AND last.
3. Choose a Fabric That Fits Your Lifestyle
Your fabric choice influences not only how your headboard looks, but how it performs over time. Think about day-to-day life in your home kids, pets, busy mornings, cosy evenings.
Linen-style Textures
Soft, breathable, and timeless. They bring a relaxed, natural feel that suits almost any bedroom style.
Velvet and Suede Finishes
Lush, inviting, and beautiful to touch. Perfect if you want a warm, luxurious atmosphere.
Durable Woven Fabrics and Polyester Blends
Ideal for everyday durability. Many of our headboards include recycled fibres a thoughtful choice for sustainable living, without sacrificing quality.
If you have a very specific vision a particular fabric or shade our team can usually arrange custom upholstery. Custom headboards may require a bit more time for production, but you get something tailored to your home perfectly.
4. Think About Installation and Stability
Installing a headboard is a straightforward job, but getting a stable, secure fit matters. A good headboard shouldn’t wobble or shift when you lean against it.
Most quality headboards attach in one of two ways:
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Fitted directly to the bed base
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Positioned behind the bed and secured to the wall for extra support
At Furniture Tree, our headboards are built for long-term use solid structure, reliable fittings, and easy set-up. If you ever need guidance, our team is happy to advise or assist.
5. Function Matters More Than People Think
It’s easy to treat headboards as purely decorative, but their comfort and function matter just as much as their looks.
A good headboard should:
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Feel comfortable to lean against when reading or relaxing
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Protect your wall from scuffs and marks
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Add insulation and warmth, especially in winter
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Enhance your bed’s comfort rather than limit it
If your bed is a place to wind down with a book or enjoy weekend coffee, go for upholstered cushioning. You’ll feel the difference every night.
6. Colours That Shape the Atmosphere
Colour plays a role in creating the mood of your bedroom. While personal taste leads the way, here are general guidelines:
Light Neutrals (grey, cream, linen, beige)
Bright, airy, and easy to style with anything. They make smaller bedrooms feel larger.
Mid-tone Neutrals (oatmeal, taupe, mushroom, stone)
Warm, timeless, and soft on the eyes. Great if you want calm, natural tones.
Rich Deep Colours (navy, charcoal, forest green)
Bold and dramatic. Ideal for statement rooms or modern luxury looks.
Choose a tone that supports the mood you want restful and airy, or dramatic and elegant.
Why Choose a Headboard from Furniture Tree
We believe your bedroom should feel comfortable, personal, and beautifully put together without stretching your budget. That’s why every headboard in our collection is made with:
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High-quality fabrics and craftsmanship
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Proper padding and stable structural framing
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Custom size and fabric options
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A focus on comfort and long-term durability
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Honest pricing without cutting corners
From simple and modern to statement-making tufted designs, we carry a wide range to suit Kiwi homes and real-life living.
Find a Headboard That Feels Just Right
A headboard isn’t just something you look at it frames your space and adds a layer of warmth and polish that turns a bedroom into a retreat.
Whether you love clean, modern lines or prefer soft upholstered comfort, we’re here to help you find the right style, size, and fabric. Visit Furniture Tree online or in-store to explore our range and make your bedroom feel truly complete.
Your ideal headboard is just a decision away and we’re here to help you make the right one.