DIY Plywood Headboard

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This simple and easy DIY plywood headboard is made with one sheet of plywood and a few 2x4s. Learn how to make a headboard in a weekend.

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supplies needed

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Step 1 – Cut 2X4’s to size

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Step 2 – drill pocket holes

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Step 3 – build the frame

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Step 4 – cut the plywood

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DIY Plywood Headboard

This simple and easy DIY plywood headboard is made with one sheet of plywood and a few 2x4s. Learn how to make a headboard in a weekend.

supplies needed

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2×4’s for the frame

Plywood

Miter saw

Power drill

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Circular saw

Wood glue

Kreg jig

Step 1 – Cut 2X4’s to size

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Measure out the width and height you need for your headboard. The best way to do this is to use masking tape and create a “headboard” on the wall.

Step 2 – drill pocket holes

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Use a Kreg Jig at the 1-½″ settings to drill pocket holes on the two horizontal pieces and the middle spacers.

Step 3 – build the frame

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Attach all the pieces of the frame by applying wood glue where the 2X4’s meet and using 2 ½″ pocket hole screws.

Step 4 – cut the plywood

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Rip the plywood into 18″ wide strips. Lay it on the corner of the frame at a 45-degree angle, leaving some overlap.

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