White dorm headboards are one of the most popular items for rising college freshmen. Finding all of your choices in one place can be tough which is why we compiled a list of highly-rated and stylish white headboards perfect for dorm rooms.
You can see our full list of dorm recommendations in our Complete Dorm Room Essentials Guide.
Do you need a headboard? No, it isn’t a necessity. But these are good reasons to consider a headboard for your dorm bed:
In this article, we are focusing on these popular white dorm headboards in different shapes, sizes and materials. After reading the headboard options, continue on to learn how to attach a headboard to a dorm bed.
XL beds are 5″ longer, but the width of the beds are the same.
The links below will take you to the Twin Size headboard, but if you’re looking for Full or Queen, simply change the size when you arrive on the page.
After researching various brands and options, the following are our top 10 recommendations for white dorm headboards. Don’t miss the cute white storage ottomans at the end of our list – a great accompaniment to a white headboard!
This classic button-tufted white dorm headboard has the added benefit of being easy to clean thanks to the faux leather fabric. It is available at many retailers – click the links below to check the prices at these retailers to find the best price and shipping availability.
This attractive white tufted dorm headboard is similar to the first, but this style is tufted without button detail. A more modern white headboard, it is easy to clean and also available at many retailers.
Vertical channels on this tufted velvet headboard provide a nice decorative touch. Most importantly, it’s constructed of stain-resistant performance velvet. Includes legs.
This option provides an arched top and deep tufting with buttons for some added visual interest. It is available in white and four other colors to fit their decor.
This Bevel Tacked Plush Headboard is a bit more of a luxurious option. It can be propped against the wall or add the included legs to more securely attach the headboard to the bed.
Looking for something with a little extra flair? This option features crystal buttons and a classic look to dress up their room. Faux leather material makes it easy to clean. Available at Home Depot or Amazon includes legs.
This vintage-glamour style headboard features stain-resistant performance velvet with button tufting. Available at Amazon, Walmart, and Home Depot.
While this was a previous recommendation when I first wrote this article, I have since removed charging headboards from my recommendations. Why?
While convenient, they can be incredibly expensive. Secondly, they are rarely UL-certified which some schools require of electronics, and some schools don’t permit charging furniture of any sort.
If you want to have charging capability this close to your bed, attach a surge protector with outlets and USB ports to the leg of your bed or your nightstand with double-sided tape or Command velcro strips.
This puffy white headboard has 4 loops on the back that can be attached to Command Hooks on the wall to keep it in place. Or simply lean it up against the wall. Be sure you can use Command Hooks on your walls before purchase.
This white pillow headboard can either rest against the wall or use elastic bands to attach to your bed frame. If your bed is at the top level of the frame, you won’t be able to attach the entire back of the pillow to the frame, but you will probably be able to attach at least the bottom of the pillow.
If you put your bed up to the top setting, you’ll have a lot of excellent storage space under the bed, but you’ll likely need a little boost to get up on the bed. You could have 30-36″ from the top of the mattress to the floor.
Not sure what we mean by ‘top setting’ or ‘captain height’, here are the 3 heights available from most dorm beds. There are also beds that have 6′ clearance below (full loft) and bunk beds, but those pictures are not included here.
See our article all about the most sturdy ottomans for dorm rooms for tried and tested recommendations.
Wondering how to attach the headboard legs to a dorm bed that isn’t made for a headboard?
Grab a bag of longer zip ties, and give this quick video a watch.
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