33 Dreamy Reclaimed Wood Headboards

This stunning headboard was made from a large peice of reclaimed lumber – just look at its amazing tones!

We have a few headboards in this article made from salvaged doors. This one looks great with the iron bolts in the top

This reclaimed wood headboard is for a single bed. And it looks stunning! the mixture of different types of old timber that have gone into this are incredible

Some salvaged planks that have been simply re stained make a great headboard.

How about using an old fence board for a headboard? This one has been lightly painted in a variety of colors to keep a light and airy feel to the room. A great idea!

The way that the edges of some of the planks in this beds headboard is a great way to keep a room feeling contemporary while getting the effect of historic aged wood.

We cannot tell if these bits of timber have been salvaged from different locations or painted / stained again. Either way the single colored piece looks great!

You dont have to use planks to make a headboard. How about using loads of old fence posts to create something like this stunning example.

This headboard verges on covering the entire wall with reclaimed wood. Certanily dominating piece of furniture!

Reclaimed wood can sometimes look a little bit too barren or bland for a rooms decor. The white mural painted on this beds headboard is a great way to bring a little bit of life back to it.

Again, another example of how you can add to these headboards to make them more inviting. These stars are a great idea!

I just cannot stop staring at the multiple colors of timber in this example. It is a shame we cannot see it attached to a bed in a bedroom as i bed it would look amazing.

This one has clearly had the wood placed carefully with alot of thought to the overall alternating color effect.

Some reclaimed wood headboards will look just like normal headboards. The old wood is just as good as new wood in the hands of a skilled carpenter.

There is something about this old timber that works really well with lighting. I personally would have chosen less colorful lights – but this is still outstanding.

I love the way this reclaimed wood headboard has been made to look industrial. The metal pole and thick red cord are a great complement to the natural beauty of the salvaged wood.

Another great example of how you can get a traditional looking headboard from salvaged timber.

And at the other end of the spectrum… You have examples like this daring headboard. Twigs, logs, planks, and beams have all been used in a mishmash style to create a very interesting effect.

The way that the tops of these planks sit at different lengths really catches the eye. Also the mixture of tones in this peice is stunning!

One of the great things about using reclaimed and salvaged materials is that you do not have to stain them at all. The weather beaten and antique look that it naturally has is beautiful enough.

These shed doors have been directly attached to the wall and have are perfectly sized to the bed.

Another awesome example of using old doors as a headboard. The way the iron bed frame complements the timber (which is directly attached to the wall) is a great combination

This headboard has been made by using a whole bunch of carpenters offcuts. The wood is not particularly old at all – just because it’s not old does not mean its any less eco friendly!

The lampshades that have been affixed to this headboard are a great addition. The dark stained timber complements the light tan brown of the lampshades incredibly well.

The variation of color and types of salvaged timber in this beds headboard is mesmerizing. Not too sure about the pillow though….

Shaping the ends of these planks into a soft arch shape really softens the overall effect of the headboard. It complements the gentle decor of this room beautifully.

Using the occasional plank with paint on it makes for a great headboard.

Another one that i wish i could see in a real bedroom setting. A large reclaimed wood headboard with a stunning array of colors.

These thick planks have come from a barn. While i am not sure it was an intentional design choice i particularly enjoy the iron nails that are still visible.

This beds headboard has been made from reused shipping pallet wood. A great way to get cheap lumber!

This grey wood has been reclaimed from an old surf shack. Its stunning weather beaten grey color has occurred naturally over the years and has been put to excellent use in this bedroom.

Huge thick planks – which look they have been salvaged from old building support beams dominate this room. The netting and lights that are hung above the bed really help to soften it.

And finally another great reclaimed wood headboard that has lights attached to it. It fits perfectly in between the windows and the slight white paint that has been applied really helps keep the soft and light feel of the rooms decor.