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8 Best Headboards for Adjustable Beds That'll Fit Your Bed and Style

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8 best headboards for adjustable beds that'll fit your bed and style
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Finding the right mattress is no easy feat — especially if you're shopping online. But there's an increasingly popular option out there that can help you find your unicorn mattress: adjustable beds.

Adjustable beds allow you to personalize your sleep position — you can raise the head and feet of the bed to your likely in effort to minimize lower back pain, alleviate pressure on your airway or provide more support. And although these options were once associated with the sick and injured, there are plenty of modern options complete with features like massage modes, alarms and USB ports. Plus, most are compatible with your average headboard, so you can nail whatever style you're going for.

Our top picks:

To help you find the best headboard for your adjustable bed, our editors scoured top retailers for the best-selling products, reading hundreds of reviews and specifications to ensure compatibility. Based on our research, these are our favorite picks.

1
Best Overall Headboard for Adjustable Beds

Ophelia & Co. Nicastro Upholstered Panel Headboard

Nicastro Upholstered Panel Headboard
Credit: Ophelia & Co.

Pros

  • Comes in a wide array of colors
  • Sturdy construction

Cons

  • Harder to clean

You really can't go wrong with this button-tufted headboard, available in Twin, Full, Queen and King sizes. Most importantly, users say the headboard is exceptionally sturdy and stays put — key when you're constantly moving your bed up and down.

Setup is a breeze, too. Simply line your adjustable bed frame up with the pre-drilled holes and attach the two. Alternately, some users mount this headboard to the wall and back their adjustable bed right up to it. It also has a classic style that suits nearly any decor style. And, to ensure you find something that matches the rest of your room, you have a choice of 16 colors — some linen and some polyester.

2
Best Value Headboard for Adjustable Beds

Winston Porter Carlysle Upholstered Panel Headboard

Carlysle Upholstered Panel Headboard
Credit: Winston Porter

Pros

  • Seven adjustable heights
  • Comes in six classic colors

Cons

  • Has to be mounted to the wall

Another beautiful fabric option, but this time at an incredibly wallet-friendly price point. It looks like much more expensive options, thanks to tight tufts and sleek lines. Plus, it comes in six classic shades — beige, ivory, charcoal, black, navy and stone.

The headboard mounts easily to the wall, and pairs with your adjustable bed at seven different heights to ensure the perfect fit. It comes with all necessary hardware, too. Once in place, rest assured, this budget-friendly headboard is just as sturdy as any other. It's constructed with sustainable Siberian larch wood.

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3
Best Queen Size Headboard for Adjustable Beds

Kelly Clarkson Home Marceline Upholstered Panel Headboard

Marceline Upholstered Panel Headboard
Credit: Kelly Clarkson Home

Pros

  • Highly adjustable
  • Crafted with solid wood

Cons

  • Only comes in two colors

This high-design option, complete with nail heads and decorative lines, will instantly elevate any room. It's like something you might see in a hotel room. It's available in two shades: a dark gray and a grayish beige — both neutral enough to work with a variety of color schemes.

The headboard is highly adjustable, too. The wood posts feature five levels adjustable to the headboard and two levels adjustable to the bed frame for flexibility during installation. And once you have everything all set up, you'll be impressed with the durability — unlike other options at a comparable price point, this headboard is made with solid rubberwood for stability.

4
Best Wooden Headboard for Adjustable Beds

Sand & Stable Newhaven Queen Bookcase Headboard

Newhaven Queen Bookcase Headboard
Credit: Sand & Stable

Pros

  • Doubles as storage
  • Made of solid wood

Cons

  • Requires some assembly

A wooden headboard may not be the most comfortable to lean up against, but we love the practicality of this option. It features five shelves that you can use for reading material and decor — or even a place to stash your water bottle while you snooze.

It's made of solid wood for durability and connects easily to any bed frame — adjustable beds included — via a few simple screws. It does require some assembly first, but users say directions are surprisingly clear, which makes the entire setup process nice and simple.

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5
Best King Size Headboard for Adjustable Beds

Sleep Number Tufted Button Upholstered Headboard

Tufted Button Upholstered Headboard
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Credit: Sleep Number

Pros

  • Versatile installation
  • Classic design

Cons

  • Expensive

Sleep Number is known for its smart adjustable beds, so it's no surprise that the retailer manufactures one of the best headboards for adjustable beds, too. You don't need a Sleep Number bed to enjoy this product in your space, though. The wooden legs screw into any base — flat or adjustable — with the included hardware.

The upholstered vertical channel headboard is simple and elegant — perfect for any space. It comes in two muted colors, too: oatmeal and nickel. Reviewers rave about the style, calling it timeless and classy.

6
Best Leather Headboard for Adjustable Beds

Nathan James Harlow Wall Mount Headboard

Harlow Wall Mount Headboard

Pros

  • Can be mounted with or without the rail
  • Added support while reading or watching TV

Cons

  • Can only be wall-mounted

Designed for Full or Queen beds, this wall-mounted headboard is crafted with a rich vintage brown faux leather that adds sophistication to any space.

The whole thing is made up of two lightweight panels — perfect for leaning on while reading or watching tv. And if you ever decide to change up your bedroom decor, you'll love the versatility of this piece of furniture. Because it hangs on the wall and doesn't have any posts, it can also hang behind a bench to serve as decor in your mudroom or entryway. And if you don't like the suspension rail? The headboard can be installed without it.

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7
Best Velvet Headboard for Adjustable Beds

Etta Avenue Gatlin Velvet Upholstered Headboard

Gatlin Velvet Upholstered Headboard
Credit: Etta Avenue

Pros

  • Can be mounted to the wall or bed
  • Has seven pre-drilled holes

Cons

  • Shoppers say the colors look a bit different in person

When looking for a headboard that's compatible with an adjustable bed, screw height is vital. This one comes with seven different pre-drilled height options between 34 and 46 inches, so you can be sure one will line up with your bed frame. Rather mount it to the wall? It comes with a hardware kit for that, too, for added flexibility.

The buttonless diamond tufting is more than simply stylish, too. It's filled with a firm yet comfortable polyfill that's nice and supportive while you read or watch TV. Choose from one of five rich velvets: green, rose, navy, black or gray.

8
Best Metal Headboard for Adjustable Beds

August Grove Darsh Slat Headboard

Darsh Slat Headboard
Credit: August Grove

Pros

  • Three included drill holes
  • Comes with hardware

Cons

  • Requires some assembly

It may be crafted of carbon steel, but this headboard is just as decorative as other options. It boasts detailed castings, geometric finials and a textured black finish for extra style points.

There's some assembly required, but shoppers say it's a simple process, thanks to included hardware. All you need is an Allen wrench. The three predrilled holes on the legs — 5, 7.5 and 9 inches from the floor — help ensure you get the perfect fit for your adjustable bed.

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Do I need a special headboard for an adjustable bed?

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It may seem like your adjustable bed needs special considerations, but the good news is that there are many headboards that are compatible with adjustable bed frames. Just be sure to look for a note in the specifications that indicate the product as "compatible with an adjustable bed," or options that are wall-mounted. Like other headboards, most of these options simply attach to your adjustable bed via a set of screws — a relatively simple DIY setup process.

Why trust Good Housekeeping?

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Brigitt Earley is a writer, editor and content creator with over 15 years of experience writing about products in the home space. In addition to scouring hundreds of online reviews, she worked with the experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute to research and write about the adjustable headboards in this story.

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Brigitt Earley
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Brigitt is a writer, editor and craft stylist with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more.

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