Want to redecorate and refresh the look of a room? A newly upholstered headboard can change any bedroom.
- Staple gun
- Scissors
- 3 m batting
- 3 m fabric of your choice
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Step 1
Fold the batting in half and place the headboard face-down on it. Fold the bottom edge over and staple in place.
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Step 2
Cut the batting 10 to 15 cm bigger than the edges of the headboard. Fold it over and staple in place.
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Step 3
Now do the same with the fabric. If your fabric has a pattern like ours, make sure the centre of the headboard lines up with the centre of the pattern.
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Step 4
Once the fabric is stapled in place, trim any excess fabric and batting away.
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Before
Take a look at the room before.
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After
Look at the difference! A headboard makes a big difference as the focus point of the bedroom.
Credits
Referenced from Gallo images / YOU Magazine