Staples and Co Westminster Floorstanding Headboard
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From £449.99
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- Brand
- Staples & Co
- Retailer
- Bensons for Beds
- Customer sentiment
- Average
- Guarantee
- Excellent
About the Staples and Co Westminster Floorstanding Headboard
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Used as the main backdrop to the bed rather than a slim add-on panel, the Staples & Co Westminster Floorstanding Headboard is positioned as a classic upholstered statement piece with padding and a more dressed, hotel-style look. The format gives the board more presence. A floorstanding headboard is the more substantial fitting class compared with basic strutted divan boards, because the panel visually runs to the floor and reads as part of the bed furniture rather than a separate padded rectangle sitting above the mattress line. That is a sensible structural choice for a decorative headboard, especially where the aim is to make the base look more finished, though it also means the room needs enough visual space for a taller, heavier-looking panel. The customer language around it is consistent: the finish is described as plush, classic and expensive-looking, with the colour treated as easy to place rather than loud or trend-led. The Westminster styling therefore lands in a traditional-modern register - smarter than a plain economy board, but not as dramatic as a wingback, scalloped or deep-channel design. One complaint that tempers the premium impression is that the internal build feels hollow to at least one buyer, so the visual effect appears stronger than the perceived substance for everyone.
The floorstanding construction is the key fit point: it suits a divan or compatible bed base where a fixed, furniture-like headboard is wanted, rather than a wall-mounted panel chosen purely for independent placement. Praise tends to focus on appearance first, with the padded face, classic styling and neutral colouring making the bed base look more complete; that matches what the floorstanding spec is meant to do, because this type of board is bought as much for room presentation as for back support. Comfort as a sit-up surface is less secure. A recurring criticism is that the board feels very upright, making it awkward for resting against in bed, so readers expecting a lounge-like slope or deep cushioning may find the styling better than the ergonomics. Delivery condition is the sharper service pain point: damage on arrival and long replacement waits appear more than once, with one replacement timeline stretching to around five weeks, so the ownership experience can be frustrating even when the final item looks the part. Maintenance should be simple for a padded upholstered board if it is treated as bedroom furniture rather than a spill-prone sofa, but the fabric face will still need gentler cleaning than wood or faux leather. It suits a bedroom needing a classic upholstered focal point on a floorstanding fitting; readers who lean against the board for long spells, or who cannot absorb delivery disruption, may find a thicker sofa-style padded headboard or a higher-service upholstery tier a safer category.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Owners describe the headboard as plush and high standard in quality.
- Recent buyers appreciate the colour and styling complementing their bedrooms.
- Owners find the installation straightforward and maintenance easy.
- Many customers highlight the classic design as a great addition to their decor.
Cons
- Several owners report the headboard feels hollow and not sturdy enough.
- Customers mention difficulty resting against the upright headboard comfortably.
- One buyer experienced significant delays and poor service when receiving a damaged item.
- Some reviews express disappointment with the headboard not meeting expectations despite its appearance.
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Specifications
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10 Year Guarantee – For total peace of mind
Fault cover gives you somewhere to turn if fixings loosen or upholstery faults appear during normal use, reducing the chance of paying for eligible repairs yourself. Read the terms, because accidental damage and wear may be excluded.
Luxuriously Deep Padded Upholstery – Stylish and luxuriously comfortable
Thick cushioning behind the fabric compresses when you sit up in bed, giving your shoulders and upper back a broader surface to lean against. Extra padding can make the headboard project further into the room.
Staples & Co. Premium Headboard – The perfect complement to our Staples & Co ranges of divan bases
Matching upholstery gives the bed end a coordinated back panel, giving pillows a firmer stop and making sitting up less bare against the wall. Check the base fittings first, since bolt positions can vary.
Quality assured – Hand-crafted quality, made in the UK
Factory checks should catch loose fabric and uneven seams before dispatch, leaving the headboard looking tidier where it sits above the pillows. They won't guarantee identical stitching on every piece.
Floor Standing Design – For optimum stability and style, the mark of a premium headboard
Full-height panels meet the room surface, making the headboard feel steadier. They need clear skirting and enough wall space behind the bed, because the extra height can be awkward in tight rooms.
Strong, Sturdy Timber Frame Sourced from responsibly managed forests
Wood rails give the headboard a firm backbone, helping it sit flatter behind pillows and feel less wobbly when you lean back to read. Forest origin says little about the finish or joint design.
Wide choice of colours– Choose from different neutral tones or something brighter for a pop of colour
Fabric colour changes the headboard's presence, letting it sit quietly against bedding or become the main visible panel behind the pillows. Strong shades can date faster than plain fabric.
Deep pleated and buttoned design - A statement piece for any bedroom, fashioned with vertical crafted pleats and deep-set buttons
Pulled-in fabric creates ridges and shadow, bringing more depth behind the pillows than a flat panel usually would. Those recesses can catch lint and need careful vacuuming.
Hotel or floor standing height options – To suit your personal taste
Higher headboards create a bigger backdrop above the pillows, making the bed look more prominent against the wall. Large panels can crowd low ceilings or narrow walkways.
Hand upholstered in a range of Premium Upholstery Fabrics–A choice of textures and styles from velvet look, warm faux leather, linen look and more
Fabric over the padded face softens the board's hard edge and changes how it feels behind your pillows. Pale shades can show marks sooner, while pile needs brushing.
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Reader reviews of the Staples and Co Westminster Floorstanding Headboard
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Classic design, robust and good quality. Easy to install and maintain.
Very nice padded headboard. The colour goes with everything and the style is great in any bedroom.
Thank you very much
Luxurious finish to our beautiful comfortable bed , making our room complete.
Gorgeous!!!! The Colour is beautiful Size is perfect without looking too big Feels so soft and nice ! Easy to clean! I love it !
The headboard is excellent I can highly recommend it .
Head board is divine. Only fault is you should be able to secure to base lower down to have maximum strength and support.
Love it! So comfy. Was sent a video of how to clean it which was useful. but only problem is they don't give u an extra bit of velour which they suggest you need.
Looks great in our bedroom and seems very well made.
Very pleased with the headboard, looks great and compliments the bedframe and mattress we bought from Bensons
Lovely headboard it looks great
Bed amazing, getting used to it now, headboard looks great
It looks very classy, I also liked that we were given a piece of the same velvet to clean it with
Just as I expected as store display . However, The packing suffered slight damage in transit causing " bruising" on one corner of the headboard
Has a luxury feel about it, very impressed.
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