can i attach a headboard and footboard
2006504
You can buy an attachment that will allow you to fit a headboard or footboard. The one I purchased works pretty well but did not fit perfectly. There are several for sale on amazon
2006505
It appears that there are slots that could accommodate attaching a headboard and footboard. However, I'm not sure if you'd need a broader surface to hold it sturdily. I found this on Amazon which may of help if more structure is needed:Platform Frame Brackets for Headboard and Footboard (Set of 2) by Eco-Lux
2006506
It appears that there are slots that could accommodate attaching a headboard and footboard. However, I'm not sure if you'd need a broader surface to hold it sturdily. I found this on Amazon which may of help if more structure is needed:Platform Frame Brackets for Headboard and Footboard (Set of 2)by Eco-Lux
2006507
You can purchase brackets that attach to the frame and allow a headboard and/or footboard to be bolted on, but they don't come with the bed itself, you have to purchase them separately. Also, because of how the brackets are attached (like on mine), expect the headboard to be a little wobbly.
2277024
I did attach an antique headboard. I just screwed it in after it was put together.
2191608
Yes I don't personally have a footboard or headboard but it does come with an attachment to put on the end so you will be able to attach both. And I might add that this bed is wonderful. I am 280 pounds and it is still holding on after having it for some time now. Its a great bed and the metal boxspring is very sturdy.
1767664
not unless you created some sort of dock&latch port. there is no system in place to attach a headboard. i did buy the headboard (the one wtih the shelving units) that is associated with the product and just pushed the bed up against it and it worked great. but there is nothing in place to attach a headboard
2002536
The box spring has an attachment at bottom (head side) for you to put a headboard on. Doesn't have to be the headboard in pic. Looks like you can attach any headboard! Good luck!
280806
No, you can't attach one. I mean you can probably figure out a way to but it is not set up for that. You could at least pin the headboard between the bed and a wall.
752901
Headboard and footboard are a part of the structure. The side rails, at least structurally speaking, do not have to be installed.
1919837
YES - if your goal is to attach a headboard / footboard to the frame. Be sure the frame is long enough - otherwise you may need a frame extender for the actual frame (which turned out to be my inability to use this part)
2060693
if you look at the corners, there are brackets that could accomodate both. but it would have to be a specific sizing to fit. i am unsure if head and footboards have common screw spacings.
1151052
No. The headboard piece and footboard piece are identical in the packaging, but legs come to attach to the headboard to make it almost twice the height of the footboard.
1646276
Amazon has a version that includes Smart Base brackets for the headboard and footboard. Make sure you get that version. If you made the mistake I did and ordered this one without the brackets, they CAN be ordered separately from the company.
1767665
not unless you created some sort of dock&latch; port. there is no system in place to attach a headboard. i did buy the headboard (the one wtih the shelving units) that is associated with the product and just pushed the bed up against it and it worked great. but there is nothing in place to attach a headboard
2264511
These can probably be used to solve the problem. It would take two sets, one for the headboard and one for the footboard, but they should bolt to the wooden rails, then hook to the ends. Might make the overall assembly slightly longer than usual, but not significantly so.
242867
Yes, a headboard can be attached, although I was lazy and just propped ours against the wall. The frame has a pair of vertical rectangular metal plates at the two corners at the head of the bed. The plates have several horizontal slits suitable for putting screws through to attach a headboard.
888662
I Think You Can Buy Hardware To Bolt Any Headboard/Footboard Not Sure About ikea Frames.
1760430
No additional parts are needed for headboard and footboards as the claws of the rails hook right into them. Your head/foot boards have to be the type that have openings for the hooks/claws.
1166975
There's nothing on the boxspring to attach to, so make sure whatever frame you get will work with your headboard and footboard.