does this headboard have to be attached to the bed frame or wall? is it able to stand on its own?
1305032
It stands fine alone. I never attached to wall or bed. Assembled, it is pretty heavy.
1305033
It stands on it's own. You don't need to attach it to anything. I suppose you could attach it if you wanted to, but I never have.
1305034
It does not need to be attached, ours is free standing. We have had it for a couple of years now and it hasn't been a problem.
2276336
The frame does not include brackets so it would have to be drilled or possibly find brackets that work with the headboard.
91911
This bed frame is very solid without a headboard but I intend on crafting one which, when attached, would strengthen it even further. The headboard could be attached to the bed frame, the wall or be free standing with the bed snuggled up against it.
2201047
Only if it can be attached to the frame. It could be free standing behind the bed (leaning against the wall) but not in contact with the bed/frame for obvious reasons.
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.
1083880
You will need a frame for this, It is only a Headboard. they sell a frame and matching foot board separately for this headboard, or you could just use a regular frame without a foot board. that's what I did. hope this helps!
868343
You can certainly attach the headboard to the wall using a portion of the leg that is out of sight. I wouldn't recommend leaving it freestanding unless your bedframe can hold it securely against the wall. Frankly, if I'd only wanted a wall-mounted headboard, I'd have made it myself using plywood, batting and fabric. It's an easy task.
1807952
it can stand on its own but it doesn't have anything in the back, most likely things will fall. if you put it against a wall and make sure it doesn't move around then yes you can keep it standing. Otherwise I suggest you secure it to the wall with the screws provided.
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.
868341
Attaching to a bed frame is optional. It will work freestanding. Because of the way the slipcover goes on after assembly (slips on from the top) you might need to be creative in affixing it to a wall but it is possible.
2200089
There is no need to attach to a wall. It stands very stable by itself. Goodluck!
1302630
I've moved away from the home where I had that bed, but I believe the unit just stands alone and has small brackets to attach it to the wall. There are panels at least a foot wide facing the top of the bed where a person could probably drill holes for bolts and attach a metal frame to the headboard. It is a heavy, sturdy unit. I was very happy with it and would happily get another one.
379368
I think the description of the item says there was no way to attach a headboard. I certainly did not see anything on this most basic of frames. I got around this by making an upholstered headboard which I attached to a wall with a "hangman" type hanger that can be found in your big box stores. My opinion is that the frame is too thin to be able to attach the typical headboard.
1312442
The legs of the headboard attaches to the bed frame- mine screwed in easily. You could put this in front of a window since it doesn't need to be attached to a wall!
976728
very Easy, does have to be attached to bed, it only stands by the wall behind the bed.
1741462
We have it attached to a metal frame. I think there are already screw/bolt holes in the metal frame the headboard is built around (the back of the headboard is open and hollow).
1845979
You do not need a stand to make it stay upright. I have been using this as a bedroom wall for almost 5 months :) Works great