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How do I Choose the Best Antique Headboard?

Diane Goettel
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Updated: May 17, 2024
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Choosing the best antique headboard is a process of first identifying the particular type of headboard that one wants and then going on the journey of hunting it down. For those who are going for a truly antique look, the best place to start might be books of antique photographs of domestic scenes. Others may decide to browse through a stack of home decor catalogs. Once one has chosen an antique headboard style, it is time to begin to process of finding a headboard that matches or approximates that style that also fits the size of one's bed. Another option that is often a bit more affordable and less time-consuming is purchasing a newly fabricated headboard that is made to look like an antique headboard.

For those who choose to purchase an authentic antique headboard, the Internet is a wonderful resource. In addition to the sites where people can bid on goods, there are also many websites for independent antiques dealers. The benefit here is that there are antiques dealers who specialize in certain types of antiques such as pieces from a certain period or antique furniture of a certain genre like dining room sets or lawn furniture. Someone who is looking for an antique Chinese headboard, for example, could search out an antique dealer who specializes in antiques from Asia.

One thing to consider is that antiques can often be pricey, especially if they are quite old or very rare. For those who have plenty of money on hand to purchase an antique headboard, this might not be a consideration. For those who have to be a bit more budget-conscious, however, it might make sense to be a flexible when shopping for an antique headboard. One of the best ways to save money when shopping for an antique headboard is to be willing to look at headboards that are similar to one's dream antique headboard. After all, if the dream headboard is a very rare, very old antique that can only be found in an antique shop half way around the world, it might be rather expensive to procure.

Many people on a budget choose to purchase newly fabricated headboards that are made to look like antique models. The metal and wood on these models can even be treated in a way to make the headboard look quite old. This also allows customers to purchase a headboard that fits their mattresses perfectly as very old headboards may be irregular in size.

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Diane Goettel
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"Diane Goettel has a BA from Sarah Lawrence College and an MA in English from Brooklyn College. Diane lives in Mount Vernon, New York with her husband, Noah. They are the proud parents of a Doberman Pinscher named Spoon. Specialties: book editing, book marketing, book publishing, freelance writing, magazine publishing, magazine writing, copywriting,"

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