Flaxby Gransmore Headboard
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- Brand: Flaxby
From £419.00
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- Brand
- Flaxby
- Retailer
- Dreams
- Delivery time
- Good
- Customer sentiment
- Average
- Guarantee
- Excellent
About the Flaxby Gransmore Headboard
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Paired with a divan base, the Flaxby Gransmore is meant to add softness and shape rather than dominate the room like a tall wingback. Its classic face is broken up by four horizontal rows of stitching, so the styling sits closer to tailored panelling than deep buttoning, scrolls or statement quilting. The stitching is doing the styling work. The spec gives two fitting routes - a strutted version and a full-height design - which is more flexible than the basic bolt-on headboards often sold with divans, where height and mounting are commonly treated as an afterthought. Fabric choice is the main register shift: bouclé reads cosy and textured, velvet gives a smoother hotel-style finish, and the woven option is the safer, more traditional route. For this kind of upholstered Flaxby headboard, that fabric spread is fairly generous; cheaper upholstered boards usually stick to one flat weave or faux leather, while higher-end bedroom schemes tend to earn their price through fabric finish, padding depth and cleaner tension across the face. The thick padding also changes the use-case, because this is not just a decorative slab behind pillows: it is designed to take shoulders and necks when sitting up, especially in the full-height format.
Thick padding and stitched upholstery are the useful parts here, and the strongest praise tends to land exactly where the specification points: the Gransmore is repeatedly described as stylish, sturdy, easy to fit and comfortable for reading in bed. The praise is mainly tactile and visual. Buyers who matched it with a Flaxby divan seem especially satisfied with the co-ordinated look, and the woven-style finishes attract comments about feeling durable and well made rather than thin or flimsy. The criticism is not about wobble or poor comfort; it centres on upholstery finish. Lower-scoring feedback mentions a slight pull across the top edge and small creasing, while one owner also questioned whether pressure from leaning back might leave lasting compression in the padded surface. That does not overturn the general satisfaction signal, but it does matter for a fabric headboard because small tension flaws are more visible on a plain, stitched panel than on a heavily buttoned or patterned board. A fabric finish also needs more careful cleaning than wood or faux leather, particularly in rooms where hair products, pets or children are part of daily use. It lands well for divan buyers who want a padded, tailored backrest in a classic fabric finish; high-wear rental rooms, wipe-clean households and anyone intolerant of minor fabric flaws belong with plain wooden boards, faux leather, or a higher upholstery tier.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Owners describe the headboard as easy to fit and a great addition to their bedroom decor.
- Recent feedback mentions the woven fabric provides a pleasing tactile experience.
- Buyers appreciate the thick padding for neck and shoulder support while reading in bed.
- Customers note the sturdy structure helps maintain stability while leaning against it.
Cons
- Some customers worry that the upholstery may lose resilience over time with regular use.
- Several reviews noted minor flaws like pulled fabric or creases upon delivery.
- A few buyers expressed concerns about the overall longevity of the headboard's construction.
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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.
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.
Highly durable woven fabric - for life-proof comfort and timeless style
Tightly interlaced threads give the upholstery a firmer, less stretchy surface, helping it cope with repeated sitting and brushing against bedding. Spills and pet claws can mark it.
Contemporary panelled design - incorporates style into any space
Panel seams break up the upholstery, giving the headboard cleaner lines. Raised seams can catch dust, and large pillows may hide the pattern that gives the headboard its shape.
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 Flaxby Gransmore Headboard
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The headboard is strong in it's structure so stands out as though proud to compliment and offset the new bed. The covering fabric materials are of high woven quality for durability.
Bought to match the Flaxby Divan - overall well-made and looks ok. Early days, but do wonder if any pressure from resting head on it will cause permanent compressions in the upholstery finish (feels like not much bounce back / resilience there...).
Excellent quality and finish, extremely pleased withthis purchase.
Lovely headboard, really nice and delighted with it.
Looks good (had a dark grey); quite heavy to handle.
This is an amazing product. It looks stunning in my newly painted bedroom. Colour is very pretty. Mattress has given the best nights sleep for a very long time.
Excellent quality, just what we were looking for. Stylish and well made.
Very stylish and comfortable. Looks great in my bedroom, would definitely recommend. Not cheap but worth every penny.
Looks good, maybe the staples holding the back cover in place could be improved upon as cut my fingers on poorly fitted protruding metal with razor sharp edges
Lovely headboard. Just the right colour. Looks very nice.
I love the bed soo much and the guys at dreams put it together very quickly. 10/10 would recommend!
Great quality product. Very pleased with my purchase.
Well built. Easy to assemble. Looks great in the room
You can sit up in your bed with full support from head down to back
Looks really smart and is comfortable. Good value for money
Well made and sturdy headboard, easy to put on the bed lovely material and colour.
Absolutely fabulous. Stylish,comfortable and very chique, I am over the moon.
Very stylish, great height, looks fab against a light grey wall.
Lovely Headboard, looks great and nice to the touch.
Amazing product and customer service from beg to end from placing the order to receiving the product and getting it assembled
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