Headboard Size Guide: Find the Perfect Fit for Every Bed Size

A headboard makes a big difference in your bedroom. It helps protect the wall, gives you support to sit up, and makes the bed look nicer. However, to get the best appearance and comfort, the headboard should fit the bed and the room well. When it is too large, it covers up the whole room and when it is too small, then it would appear funny and can leave gaps. In this guide, you will learn how to pick the right headboard size for each bed size using real data from Budget Beds NZ. You will also get simple tips to help you choose the best headboard that fits your bed, style, and space.

Headboard Sizes at Budget Beds

Budget Beds NZ offers headboards for all standard bed sizes. These include:

• Single size headboard
• King Single headboard
• Double bed headboard
• Queen bed headboard
• King bed headboard
• Super King bed headboard
• California King bed headboard
• Custom sizes are also possible.

They offer headboards in different styles (full length, half length, upholstered, tufted, padded), with standard height or extra height versions.

Here are some example headboard models and their sizes:

What Terms Mean (Simple)

To understand headboard sizes, here are some simple words:

• Width: the side-to-side size (how wide the headboard is). It should match or be just wider than the bed base.
• Height: how tall the headboard is from floor to top.
• Padded or padding part height: how much of the headboard is soft layer in the part you lean against.
• Depth or thickness: how far it sticks out from the wall or bed (how thick the padding + frame is).

Knowing these helps you imagine how a headboard will feel and look.

How to Choose the Right Headboard Size

Here are simple steps to help you pick the right headboard.

Match width to your bed base size

Always pick a headboard that is the same width as your bed base. If your bed is Queen, choose a Queen headboard. Budget Beds offer matching sizes for Queen, King, etc.

Pick the right height

• Average height is 1200 mm (120 cm) for most designs.
• Some models have extra height options, which are up to 1600 mm. In case you have very high ceilings or wish to have a dramatic appearance, additional height will assist.

Think about headboard type / style

• Full-length headboards go from floor to top. They look big and strong.
• Half-length or “panel” headboards, with legs or struts, can be more lightweight and simpler.

Consider depth / padding

Most padded designs have thickness about 50 mm. Some thicker ones like the Windsor have ~ 120 mm depth. This matters if you will lean against them, or if room behind the bed is tight.

Leave space above and around

Make sure there is space above the headboard to ceiling so it doesn’t feel cramped. Also enough space on both sides so it doesn’t look too wide. Extra height or width can overwhelm a small room.

Match your style & fabric

Headboards at Budget Beds use fabrics from Warwick or Charles Parsons. You can often choose your fabric colour. If you have fabric or wall colours, select something that matches or complements.

Example Fits by Bed Size

Here are how the examples fit common bed sizes:

Double bed → Kensington Headboard, width ~ 1380 mm, height ~ 1200 mm fits well.

Queen bed → Classic Headboard Queen, ~1530 mm width, ~1200 mm height. Monza Headboard Queen is ~1530 mm wide but has padded part height ~ 540 mm. Good if you want less height.

Super King or King bed → Bellisma Super King ~ 1830 mm wide, height ~ 1200 mm. Orleans or similar size headboards align with large bed base widths.

California King bed → Windsor California King headboard ≈ 2030 mm wide, height ~ 1200 mm. It gives full coverage for very wide bed + grand room look.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Picking a headboard too narrow. It leaves a gap, looks odd.
• Picking a headboard too tall with a low ceiling. It can feel overwhelming.
• Not checking depth: if padding sticks too far, it may make the bed sit too far from wall or block walkway.
• Not knowing style: a full-floor standing headboard may look different than a panel headboard with legs.

Conclusion

Choosing the right headboard size makes a big difference. It brings comfort, good looks, and balance to your bedroom. Use what you learned:

• Match width to your bed base.
• Choose height that fits your room and style.
• Pick style (full-length, half-panel, tufted, padded) that you like.
• Check depth so you will lean or sit comfortably.
• Think about fabric and look to match your room.

Budget Beds NZ gives many options: for Single to California King, many designs, standard or extra height, full-length or half-length, many fabrics. Use their dimensions (Width, Height, Depth) and see the pictures. Then you can pick a headboard that fits just right: not too big, not too small, and good for your room and your bed. Budget Beds is one of the leading brand of NZ made Beds and bedroom accessories.