We built this queen farmhouse headboard by following our DIY Pottery Barn Inspired Queen Headboard plans.  The entire build took an afternoon, and the materials cost under $100 (not including paint).  Of course we used chalk paint for the finished, which we distressed, and then waxed with Americana Decor clear creme wax for a nice soft finish.

One change we made to the instructions was instead of using a 2×4 for the legs, I ripped a 2×6 down to 3 1/2″ wide in order to eliminate the rounded corners.  It’s a little extra work, and creates a little waste in the 2″ which are ripped off the 2×6. However I typically rip down 2x6s in this manner to create a 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 piece for use in other projects, and then use the edge ripped off of the other side as a stirring sticks for paint and stain.

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