Something feels…off, doesn’t it? You sink into your minimally-made bed or perch on your entryway bench, and there’s a potent sense that something's amiss. Maybe it’s the lighting. Maybe it’s the color. Or perhaps it’s that glaringly empty space behind you. This happens often — modern backless beds, sleek banquettes, or streamlined benches leave us craving a little something extra. The fix? This hanging headboard on Amazon (normally $109.99, now $99.99).
Exactly as it sounds, it’s an upholstered headboard that mounts directly to the wall. Simple in concept, but the visual transformation is actually pretty major. It instantly adds softness, dimension, and intentionality to your space, turning even the most basic IKEA buy into one that feels bespoke and polished. Plus, like the wedge pillow, if you prefer to do your late-night scrolling (or, let’s be optimistic, reading) in bed, it gives your back a cushy spot to rest.
While statement headboards are typically a bedroom staple (the product is offered in queen and king sizes to match standard bed widths), this hanging cushion works far beyond the boudoir. Try it behind a dining banquette or an entryway bench for added plushness and a tailored, elegant look. It’s an easy way to elevate the pieces you already own, making them feel a little more luxe.
Available Sizes: Queen & King
These clever cushions disguised as built-in headboards are adjustable in height, letting you customize the scale to suit your space. The best deal right now is on the classic beige option, but the other three upholstery choices — rich brown faux leather, regal button-tufted grey, and a mid-century channel-tufted velvet — are similarly stylish and still won’t break the bank.
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Price: $179.99, Was: $201.50
Available Sizes: Twin - King
In the bedroom, softness is everything — and few fabrics deliver quite like chenille. With a texture reminiscent of velvet but with added depth and a subtle iridescence, this hanging headboard from Wayfair checks all of the boxes. It pairs beautifully with warm wood tones and metallic accents or holds its own as a solo statement. Bonus: it’s available in single-cushion options, making it a perfect fit for twin beds in kids’ rooms.
Price: $99.99
Available Sizes: Twin - King
Though not "hanging" in the traditional sense, these peel-and-stick headboards offer a similar commitment-free elegance. The faux leather rectangular panels lend a mid-century vibe that looks far more expensive than their price tag suggests. I’ve even seen them used to create entire accent walls — a clever design trick for renters, as the nano tape removes cleanly without damaging your walls.
Price: $148.14
Available Sizes: Twin - King
This hanging headboard is a certified fan favorite with a near-perfect 4.7/5 star rating from over 3,545 reviews. Pairing monochrome leather with a metal bar — details you might find on a vintage steamer trunk — it feels charming and storied. For an extra elevated bedroom idea, crafty customers have added floating lights above, typically used for artwork, for a gallery-like glow.
Now, I’ll admit: as someone who’s averse to tools of all kinds, the notion of mounting even a small frame to the wall makes me shudder. But according to reviews, many others with the same Achilles’ heel found the installation surprisingly simple — likely part of the reason for its impressive 4.3/5-star rating over 547 reviews.
Best seat (or sleep) in the house? Just overhead.
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