https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/customizing-ikeas-malm-headboard • Posted by Katie R.
Ikea's MALM bed frame has simple, clean lines and can also be customized in many ways; but this is the easiest.
Ikea's MALM bed frame has simple, clean lines and can also be customized in many ways; but this is the easiest.
Drape your fabric over the headboard so you can measure how much you need and cut the excess off. Secure the fabric underneath the mattress for now with a few pieces of duct tape; later, we will go back and secure the whole length of the bed.
Adhere the entire length of the fabric to the back of the headboard with duct tape. You want to get a decent amount of fabric underneath the duct tape so that it doesn’t become unstuck when you lean on your headboard.
Wrap the sides of your bed frame like a present, then tape it down. Think of it like wrapping a present.
Secure the fabric at the front of the bed
Voila! A customized headboard in 5 easy steps!