What is a Headboard?
A headboard is the portion of a bed that is located at the end where one rests his or her head while sleeping. Usually, a headboard is attached to the frame of the bed. In some cases, however, the headboard may simply rest behind the bed. The primary purpose of the headboard is to help keep pillows in place while in use. The headboard can, however, serve several additional purposes. For example, a headboard may include shelves that can be used to place decorations or lamps to use while reading in bed. Similarly, a headboard may include cabinetry and other storage areas. This style of headboard became particularly popular with the introduction of the waterbed to the public. The headboard may also be an integral part of the bedroom décor. Often, the headboard is designed to match the dressers and nightstands in a bedroom. Available in a wide variety of colors, shapes, and designs, headboards can be found to fit nearly every homeowner’s personal taste. A headboard may also have a matching
