Dream Team Ashbury Headboard
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- Brand: Dream Team
From £169.00
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About the Dream Team Ashbury Headboard
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For a divan base that needs a proper backrest rather than a showy frame extension, the Dream Team Ashbury is a padded, vertically panelled headboard on adjustable struts, with the full board height set between 96.5cm and 115.5cm. The vertical panels keep it orderly. That height range is the useful part of the spec: 115.5cm gives enough presence behind pillows for a finished main-bedroom look, while 96.5cm keeps the top line lower for sloped ceilings, loft rooms or smaller spaces where a taller floor-standing board can dominate. A strutted headboard with nearly 19cm of adjustment is generous for a standard divan-fitting board; compared with floor-standing upholstered headboards, it gives less wall-like solidity but much better control over finished height and mattress overlap. The design sits in the plain-to-smart register rather than the boutique-hotel one: no wings, studs or deep buttoning, just regular vertical channels and padding for sitting back against. Fabric descriptions in the feedback point to soft woven and velveteen-style finishes, including navy, so the feel appears warmer and more upholstered than faux leather, but still visually simple enough to work with patterned bedding or a stronger wall colour.
Divan owners who want a tidy upholstered finish, especially in a room where ceiling height matters, are the clearest audience for the Ashbury. Repeated praise centres on the fabric looking more expensive than expected, the colour blending well with existing schemes, and the padded face being comfortable enough for reading in bed; that comfort claim is supported by the spec, because this is not a thin decorative board pretending to be a backrest. The limitation is the strut format. It is made to bolt to a divan base, so a slatted bedstead without compatible fixing points, or a room where the headboard needs to stand independently of the bed, calls for a different construction. Installation feedback is generally positive, with secure attachment mentioned more than wobble, though one longer purchase did involve faults across items that had to be replaced; because that does not repeat across the sample, it reads more like a fulfilment issue than a persistent Ashbury weakness. Upholstery also asks for more care than wood: darker woven or velveteen fabrics can show lint and dust, and the panel grooves are less wipe-clean than a smooth board. The Ashbury suits divan users after a soft, adjustable, understated headboard for modern or classic bedrooms; those prioritising freestanding rigidity, wall-mounted independence or a grander statement shape should look instead at floor-standing or wall-mounted upholstered headboards.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Owners describe the headboard as stylish and blending well with bedroom colour schemes.
- Recent buyers note the adjustable height fits perfectly in rooms with lower ceilings.
- Many customers appreciate the soft velveteen fabric as feeling premium and plush.
- Installation is frequently mentioned as simple and quick by multiple users.
Cons
- A few customers reported dissatisfaction with the colour accuracy not matching online images.
- Some buyers noted issues with the product having faults that required replacements shortly after delivery.
- Reviewers flagged the design as too plain or simple for their tastes.
- Several owners experienced difficulties with the headboard stabilizing securely to the bed.
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Specifications
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Padded headboard style - with plush cushioning for extra comfort
The padded headboard style offers an enhanced layer of softness, making it more comfortable to lean against during activities like reading or watching television in bed. This added cushioning can also contribute to an overall aesthetic appeal, creating a luxurious feel in the bedroom.
Made locally in the UK - British craftsmanship at its finest
Expertly crafted locally, this specification ensures exceptional quality and supports local industry. Buying products made in the UK often results in superior durability and reduced environmental impact due to shorter transportation distances.
Highly durable woven fabric - for life-proof comfort and timeless style
The woven fabric enhances longevity and maintains aesthetics, ensuring peace of mind with regard to wear over time. It combines functionality with classic design, providing comfort that fits seamlessly into diverse décor themes.
FSC accredited wood - sustainably sourced for a greener future
This product feature indicates that the wood used is sourced in an environmentally responsible manner. It supports sustainable forestry practices, contributing to forest conservation and a reduced ecological footprint.
Strutted headboard style - is lightweight and easy to attach
Contemporary panelled design - incorporates style into any space
Reader reviews of the Dream Team Ashbury Headboard
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Looks smart on the bed, feels nicely padded, and the adjustable height made it easy to get it sitting right without much hassle.
This is a really lovely headboard and fantastic value. I ordered the navy blue woven fabric & it is really stylish and looks far more expensive than it was. It has finished off my bedroom a treat. Delivery was seamless and the delivery guys were great. I will be ordering another headboard for another bedroom very soon.
Nice design and fabric. Looks nice in the space and attaches to the bed well.
The headboard blends in with the bedroom colour scheme very well.
We are delighted with it ! Is beautifully put together and is of sound quality.
The head board arrived in the time slot provided and the team were friendly ,polite and efficient.
A pleasure from start to finish. The knowledge and recommendations of the store staff helped me greatly
Quality item, but had issues getting bolts to start on the bracket.
Great colourway, headboard is comfy for reaing in bed.
Simple and plain in design, great colour for our bedroom
Very happy with the headboard as it completes the bed very well.
We are very pleased with what we bought from Dreams, it is extremely comfortable. There was a fault with two of the items, which were replaced very quickly, although I was very surprised to hear that the faulty base unit would be destroyed, what a waste, we would have accepted it with a discount!
I'm so pleased with my new bed and the lovely headboard that gives such a smart finish to the whole look. The colour matches my new furniture perfectly and makes the room feel so cosy. Thank you!
This headboard is both stylish and practical. The vertical panel design gives it a modern, elegant look, and the velveteen fabric feels soft and premium. Its easy to install thanks to the adjustable strutted height, which works perfectly with lower ceilings. Its well made and its sustainably sourced. Great value for a headboard that looks and feels this good!
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