5 clever ways to turn old headboards into gorgeous DIY benches for your home

There are always random pieces of furniture laying around in the back of the garage. You never want to get rid of it because you always tell yourself that it could come in handy. Well, now you can be right!
Clear out some clutter and create a beautiful, rustic bench for your home. If you don’t have an old frame lying around, you can probably score one at a yard sale for next to nothing. Here are some great DIY projects that mastered the art of upcycling an old bed frame to a bench or chair.
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1) Cottage Cuteness
Allison from Dream a Little Bigger worked with her father to deconstruct this old turned-post bed into a fabulous cottage style bench.
It’s super cute and super easy. Tailor it to you won tastes by choosing a different fabric for the seat cover.
2) Smooth and Simple
This one has a more solid back and really pops with the muted teal color. By cutting the footboard in half and using as sides, you create an armrest and a place for pillows to lean against. This bench is gorgeous and would look great in any room. My Simple Home Life shows how anyone can make it.
3) Add Some Storage
Mak and Jill can show you how to take an old bed frame and not only turn it into a cool, rustic bench but also how to add storage to it. This dual purpose, repurposed piece of furniture is brilliant! Check out how you can make it yourself.
4) Shabby Chic
In this case, a $30 headboard from a thrift store turns into a beautiful shabby chic blue bench. Style with your favorite pillows. We recommend adding lace for another texture. It really adds mood and depth to a room! Get the full tutorial at Confessions of a Serial DIYer.
5) Something Different
Okay, this may not be a bench made from an old headboard, but it’s still made from repurposed furniture, and it begged to be added to the list. Just look how gorgeous it is! This would make the perfect bench for the foot of your bed. Jami from An Oregon Cottage can show you just how to make your own. It’s easier than you think.
6) Totally Teal
Back to bedframes, but of a different nature, these two benches are made from old baby cribs. How cute is that? Playing it Cooley shows how she deconstructed a plain and boring crib, painted it a popping teal, and even made her own cushions to custom fit. You can do it, too. Just check it out.
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I hope these 6 DIY ideas gave you the inspiration you need to dig out that old bed frame and turn it into something beautiful and useful for you home. Get crafty! Comment and share your project with us!
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