How Do You Build A Picket Fence Headboard?
A picket fence headboard can be a nice accent in a garden or country-themed bedroom, and can add a sense of whimsy to the decor. You can make this type of headboard at home with a few basic woodworking materials and tools. Doing it yourself will be less expensive than purchasing a ready-made version from a furniture store. With some tips and know-how, you can make a picket fence headboard in no time. Measure the width of the bed that the headboard will go behind. This determines the width of the plywood board you will purchase. Purchase a plywood board that is the same width as the bed, and is about five feet tall. Most building supply stores should be able to cut the plywood to the dimensions you provide. Lay the plywood board on the floor in front of you. Lay eight plywood strips, which are each about 5-1/2 feet tall and 4 inches wide, vertically across the board. Use a measuring tape to make sure the strips are evenly spaced apart. Hammer each strip in place with nails. You should h
