Wooden Headboards 140 cm
The 140 double bed, in 140x190 or 140x200, is the most common format in compact bedrooms: it offers genuine sleeping space for two while preserving circulation. To dress it properly, the width of the headboard must follow the same measurement logic. Among our wooden headboards, the 140 models are calibrated for this format: balanced proportions, a natural material and a controlled footprint. This page helps you check the measurements that matter before installation and make the most of a small bedroom around this anchor point.
Why choose a 140 wooden headboard for a double bed?
Unlike the 160 format, designed for larger bedrooms, the 140 must work with rooms that are often more modest in size: its strengths lie in precision and understated elegance.
Dressing the bed without overwhelming a compact bedroom
In a compact bedroom, every visual centimetre counts: an oversized headboard crushes the room, while the absence of a headboard leaves the bed feeling adrift. The 140 format strikes the right balance: it covers exactly the width of the bed, structures the wall behind it and gives the bedroom its focal point, without encroaching on circulation space. A wooden panel with clean lines is all it takes: the material brings presence, the format preserves a sense of lightness.
Bringing a natural foundation to a 140x190 or 140x200 bed
Whether your bed is 140x190 or 140x200, the headboard width remains the same: it is the length of the bed that differs, with no impact on the panel. Wood plays its usual role as a lasting foundation: a natural tone that pairs with all bed linen, a grain that warms the wall, a structure that stands the test of time and changing décor. For a soft, cohesive bedroom, simply connect one or two pieces of furniture to this base and your sleeping corner is complete.
What measurements should you check before installation?
Three quick checks are all it takes to ensure a successful installation, especially in a room where space is at a premium.
Width, height and alignment with the bed base
Start by checking the actual width of the model: most measure exactly 140 centimetres, with some slightly wider for a small overhang. Then measure the total height of your sleeping setup, bed base and mattress included: the visible portion of the headboard above the mattress should remain generous, around forty centimetres at minimum, so the panel can make its presence felt. Finally, check alignment and fixing: whether wall-mounted, frame-mounted or freestanding, the headboard must sit flush with the bed base, with no unsightly gap between the mattress and the panel. If your bed base is 140x190, also check the position of the bed in the room: a few centimetres gained in length can free up passage at the foot of the bed.
Available space for one or two bedside tables
This is the key question in compact bedrooms: is there room for two bedside tables, just one, or none at all? Measure the space between the bed and the side walls: if there is less than fifty centimetres on one side, it is better to do without or opt for a wall-mounted format. A floating bedside table is then the smartest solution: fixed at the right height, it keeps your lamp and book within reach without taking up any floor space. If space allows, compact wooden bedside tables, matched to the tone of the headboard, complete the look with effortless cohesion.
How do you make the most of a small bedroom around a 140 wooden headboard?
In a small bedroom, the 140 headboard can become the pivot of the entire layout. First lever: vertical storage. Rather than multiplying floor-standing furniture, consider a headboard with storage, whose niches replace a shelf, or even a bookcase headboard if your books tend to pile up beside the bed. Second lever: circulation. Keep at least one side of the bed generously clear, limit low furniture and favour light tones — pale walls and blonde wood — which visually enlarge the room. Third lever: decorative restraint. A bedroom wall dressed in wood, plain bed linen, a lamp on each side: in a small space, simplicity is what creates harmony. Finally, if your bed is wider than you thought — a 160, for example — check the format before purchasing: the 160 wooden headboard is then the right choice, with the same principles of proportion.
Nordlys 140 wooden headboard: compact format, lasting style
Nordlys 140 wooden headboards are designed for real bedrooms: width calibrated for the double bed, carefully considered visible height, stable structure, natural finishes and Scandinavian lines that make it easy to coordinate with bedside tables and the rest of your furniture. Their controlled footprint makes them the go-to choice for compact bedrooms, without compromising on durability or everyday comfort. Before choosing, note down three measurements: the exact width of your bed, the total height of your sleeping setup including the mattress, and the available space on each side. With these figures to hand, your 140 headboard will find its rightful place: a natural, understated and lasting foundation for your sleeping corner.
