Dream Team Felixstowe Headboard
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From £269.00
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- Brand
- The Dream Team
- Retailer
- Dreams
- Customer sentiment
- Average
- Guarantee
- Excellent
About the Dream Team Felixstowe Headboard
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Velveteen upholstery is the Felixstowe’s main design move: soft-pile fabric over a padded, deep-buttoned face, with colour choice doing much of the decorative work. The look sits closer to classic hotel upholstery than to a plain rectangular divan board, and the buttoning gives the surface depth rather than leaving it as a flat slab behind the pillows. It is not a subtle board. Where a standard budget headboard often relies on a thin fabric panel and simple struts, this full-height, floor-touching style reads as more deliberate and furniture-like, especially when paired with a matching Dream Team divan or ottoman base. That is a fair step up in visual register for the mainstream upholstered headboard class, although the styling is traditional rather than architectural or minimalist. The padding is the practical part as well as the decorative one: sit-up readers get a softer backrest than they would from faux leather, wood, or a lightly upholstered panel, while the deep buttons and plush surface make the headboard a stronger focal point in neutral, green, aqua or other fabric-led schemes.
Used as the finishing piece on a divan or ottoman set, the Felixstowe suits bedrooms where the bed is meant to look dressed rather than purely functional. Praise clusters around the fabric feel, the colour accuracy within decorated rooms, and the way the headboard makes the bed look more complete; the product’s soft velveteen promise is broadly matched by buyer sentiment, with texture and shade coming up repeatedly as the wins. The sturdiness also comes through positively, particularly from more recent feedback describing it as well made rather than just attractive. Fitting is where the picture is less clean: one lower-rated experience involved a screw that was too short for the strut fixing, and another involved a wrong-colour base delivery, so the recurring risk is not that the headboard looks poor, but that the surrounding order or fixings can complicate assembly. Velveteen also asks for more care than wood or wipe-clean faux leather, because pile fabrics show pressure marks and dust more readily, so it belongs in a room where occasional vacuuming and gentle fabric care will not be ignored. If the brief is a plush, classic divan centrepiece, the Felixstowe works. If the priority is universal bolt-on simplicity or a cleaner low-profile look, a slimmer strutted panel or wall-mounted headboard tier makes more sense.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Owners appreciate the variety of fabric choices that enhance bedroom decor.
- Recent buyers describe the headboard as well-made with a sturdy feel.
- Many customers highlight the classic buttoned design as a stylish addition.
- Reviews mention the neutral tones effectively complementing bedroom aesthetics.
Cons
- Some owners reported issues with screws being too short for proper installation.
- A few customers experienced delays with delivery and receiving incorrect items.
- Several reviews noted difficulty fitting the headboard securely to their frames.
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Specifications
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Made locally in the UK - British craftsmanship at its finest
Nearby factories mean the frame and upholstery spend less time in transit before reaching the retailer, and can leave fewer handoffs for queries about parts or delivery. Origin alone doesn't prove sturdier hinges or neater fabric work.
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.
Soft velvet-touch finish - for a luxuriously smooth feel
A soft velvet-touch finish creates a luxuriously smooth and inviting surface that adds a touch of elegance to any room. The material's plush feel enhances comfort and provides a lavish aesthetic to the décor.
Padded headboard style - with plush cushioning for extra comfort
Soft fill behind the front surface softens contact when you sit up. It can make the headboard look bulkier, and the covered surface needs regular vacuuming because dust and hair settle into it.
Timeless buttoned design - adding charm and character
Deep fabric dimples pull the surface into a tailored pattern, giving the seat back more visual texture than a plain panel and making marks in the fabric less stark. Dust can settle in the dips.
Full height headboard - sits flush to the floor for a sturdy feel
Panels running to the floor brace the bed end, giving pillows and shoulders a firmer surface behind them. They can be heavier to move and fussier to clean around.
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Reader reviews of the Dream Team Felixstowe Headboard
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Caught my eye as soon as I went into the showroom and the perfect shade of green. Good quality fabric and sturdily made.
Superior headboard that sets off the whole bedroom
I love the texture and the neutral tones go perfectly with our bedroom decor. Very happy lady!
Beautiful Headboard. I couldnt actually view in store as was a new item. But I am so pleased with it. It is just what I was after.
Great neutral colour and design to fit any style of room. Very good quality too.
excellent bed. Never had a peaceful sleep for years and now I sleep like a baby. Its really worth the money not only for my sleep but for my back.
Very well made headboard.Fabric first class.Very stylish and add elegance to my room
The headboard looks expensive and is a real addition to the bedroom. It is stylish and warm. We chose the midnight blue colour and are extremely pleased with the result.
Excellent service and product. Thoroughly satisfied with whole process.
Amazing quality and absolutely love the colour that I got
So pleased with this headboard. Matches my built in wardrobes well and looks well-made.
Mainly talking about the bed but the style and feel of the headboard is great. The whole purchase of the bed was a great bargain compared to other bed stores we visited. Best nights sleep we have had in a long time.
Really happy with the headboard. Right size, nice texture and great look.
This headboard offers a classic buttoned design, that features a comfortable padding for the cosy comfort. Compliment your style and bedroom and make use of the wide choice of fabrics including choice of smooth velveteen or boutique weave fabric. Available in striking full height design that sits flush to the ground. To create the perfect pairing, attach this headboard to one of our Dream Team Divan Bases or Ottomans.
Felixstowe headboard looks and feels luscious. The stone colour blends in with everything in the room, yet looks classically elegant.
Love this headboard. Great colour goes with any thing and its super pretty. Material on headboard is really good and its very well made and sterdy.. love it x
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