A headboard is defined as a piece of furniture that is attached to the head of a bed. Traditionally a headboard was used to isolate the sleeper from drafts and cold walls. The headboard would leave space between the bed and the wall and allow the cold air to sink to the floor. If they pushed the bed against the wall, then the cold air would settle on the bed making the sleeping person uncomfortable. Headboards were made of wood because wood becomes less cold than bricks or stones. Humanity has made tremendous progress over the years and improvements in architecture have made the traditional function of a headboard redundant. Still, beds with a headboard are very popular and in this article we will find out more about modern headboards and what are the advantages of a bed with a headboard.
In today’s modern times, when we live in buildings with better heating and insulation, the function of a headboard has changed. Today headboards are used to hold pillows or bedding. The headboard can perform a variety of functions. It can be used for simple storage. You can use the headboard to hold pillows and bedding or you can design it to hold a bookshelf and keep some books or other items on it. The headboard also performs a number of comfort functions. When you are watching TV or reading a book, you can sit and lean on the headboard. Headboards can be very comfortable and can be accompanied by a spray board at the foot of the bed. The spragging board can also be used for storage or to provide foot comfort.
A headboard can be completely utilitarian but today they also have many aesthetic values. Headboards are a favorite of interior designers and add a lot of style to the room. Headboards are available in a variety of colors and can be made from different materials. For a classic look you can get a wooden headboard. If you want to give your room a more edgy look, you can get one made of metal or wrought iron. The upholstered headboards are very comfortable and if you like to read or watch TV in your bed this is the option for you. Depending on what you prefer, you can choose a headboard that has the shape that you like the most.
They are available in the simple square design. You can also get headboards that have rounded or arched corners. Headboards are available for each bed size; the main sizes available are twin, full, queen and king and California king. Twin size can also be called single, while full size is called double. Headboards can add a lot of style to a room and can be a great approach to room design. If you are redecorating or acquiring a new place, you should definitely look at bed headboards not only for their style, but also for their practical uses.