Queen Wrought Iron Headboard: Three Metal Options

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Quick answer

All three pages give the same dimensions, 59.5 inches wide, 1.5 inches deep and 40.5 inches high, with seven mounting positions that adjust the height, and they weigh 13 to 14 pounds. The Abigail (MOD-6158-GLD) is gold with an arching shape and ball finials; the Sage (MOD-6154-BLK) and the Nova (MOD-6150-BLK) are black with spindle details and a subtle arch. The pages describe the iron as powder-coated and the style as modern farmhouse.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
Modway Abigail Queen Metal Headboard in Gold	59.5 x 1.5 x 40.5 in; 14 lb	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Modway Sage Adjustable, Black, Queen	59.5 x 1.5 x 40.5 in; 13 lb	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Modway MOD-6150-BLK Nova Queen Metal Headboard, Black	59.5 x 1.5 x 40.5 in; 13 lb	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

The three at a glance

	Abigail	Sage	Nova
Model	MOD-6158-GLD	MOD-6154-BLK	MOD-6150-BLK
Color	Gold	Black	Black
Dimensions	59.5 W x 1.5 D x 40.5 H in	59.5 W x 1.5 D x 40.5 H in	59.5 W x 1.5 D x 40.5 H in
Item weight	14 lb	13 lb	13 lb
Material	Powder-coated iron, metal	Powder-coated iron, metal	Powder-coated iron, metal
Mounting	Seven positions	Seven positions	Seven positions
Style words	Arching shape, spindle detail, ball finials	Spindle detail, elegant curves	Subtle arching silhouette, sleek spindle

Modway Abigail Queen Metal Headboard in Gold

The bullets describe a modern farmhouse headboard with an arching shape, spindles and ball finials, a powder-coated iron frame and seven mounting positions that let it fit “almost any queen bed frame”. The page gives 14 pounds. A gold finish is the main difference from the other two.

Modway Sage Adjustable Queen Headboard, Black

The Sage page describes a modern farmhouse headboard with spindle detail and elegant curves, powder-coated iron and the same seven positions. It weighs 13 pounds.

Modway Nova Queen Metal Headboard, Black

The Nova’s bullets call it a “cottage farmhouse” design with a subtle arch and sleek spindles, a neutral backdrop for bedding and the same 59.5 by 1.5 by 40.5 inch size. It also weighs 13 pounds.

Worked example: width, height and what shows above the mattress

This is our own arithmetic. A queen mattress is 60 by 80 inches by the Amerisleep chart we opened, so a 59.5 inch headboard is half an inch narrower than the mattress. That is normal for a headboard that bolts to a frame, but it means the headboard will not hide the mattress edges by itself.

Mounting assumption	Mattress top	Headboard top	Shows above the mattress
Headboard bottom at floor, mattress top at 24 in	24 in	40.5 in	16.5 in
Headboard raised 6 in, same mattress	24 in	46.5 in	22.5 in
Low frame, mattress top at 18 in	18 in	40.5 in	22.5 in

The seven mounting positions change how far the headboard rises above the frame; the pages do not give the step between positions, so we cannot say which row you will get. Measure the height of your mattress top and decide how much headboard you want above it, before you pick a position.

What you need to attach it

A headboard-only listing gives you the headboard and no frame. Check that your frame has pre-drilled mounting holes at a spacing that matches the Modway brackets, which the pages do not describe in text, or plan to use a wall mount. Our bed frame no headboard guide covers frames without a headboard, and headboard for adjustable bed covers wall mounts. A 13 to 14 pound headboard is light enough for most frame brackets, which is a contrast with the 29.9 to 40 pound upholstered storage units in our queen size headboards with storage guide.

Metal headboards and noise

A metal headboard can tap against a wall when you lean on it, and bolts can loosen over time. A strip of felt on the back, or a snug bolt, usually stops that. The pages do not make a noise claim, so this is a general tip, not a promise.

A worked scenario: dressing a metal headboard

This is our own scenario. A renter has a queen bed frame with no headboard and a white wall. A black Modway headboard, 59.5 inches wide and 40.5 inches high, would give a dark outline of 59.5 by 40.5 inches, or 16.7 square feet. A queen mattress is 60 inches wide, so two nightstands of 20 inches each put the whole group at 100 inches, or 8.3 feet of wall. If the wall is 10 feet wide, that leaves 20 inches, which is enough for a lamp. If the wall is 9 feet (108 inches), the group fits with 8 inches to spare.

Care of a powder-coated metal headboard

Wipe it with a soft damp cloth and dry it, since moisture is the usual enemy of an iron frame. A chip in the coating can rust, so touch it up with a paint made for metal. A tapping noise against the wall can be fixed with felt pads on the back. Check the bolts every few months: a metal headboard that wobbles is usually a loose bolt, not a failed part.

Questions to ask or check

1. Does my frame have mounting holes, and where are they?
2. Are brackets included, or are they sold separately?
3. How far apart are the seven positions?
4. Is the finish the same on the back, where it faces the wall?

Choosing among the three finishes

The three pages differ in finish more than in form. Gold, on the Abigail, is a warm accent that shows against a white or green wall and can clash with black fixtures. Black, on the Sage and Nova, is a neutral that disappears against a dark wall and stands out against a light one. The difference in shape is subtle: the Abigail has an arching shape with ball finials, the Sage has curves and spindles and the Nova has a subtle arch with sleek spindles. If you want the most ornament, the Abigail. If you want the plainest, the Nova. Because all three weigh 13 to 14 pounds and fit the same 59.5 inch width, a wrong choice of finish costs a return, not a rebuild.

A note on the word wrought

Wrought iron is a traditional material that is hand-forged, and it is heavy. A 13 pound queen headboard is far lighter than most solid iron work would be, which is consistent with the page’s own wording: a powder-coated iron frame, likely tubular. We do not say the product is poor for that, since a light headboard is easier to mount and move. We say only that “wrought iron” in a search is a style word, and a buyer who wants the real material should expect a much heavier and costlier product than these pages describe.

Questions to ask or check before ordering

1. What is the hardware, and are bolts included?
2. Is the headboard shipped assembled or flat, and what are the box dimensions?
3. What is the warranty, and does it cover finish chips?
4. Does a queen headboard of 59.5 inches suit a bed with a 60 inch mattress and a frame wider than that?

Two more checks before you buy

Wall clearance. The depth is only 1.5 inches, so a metal headboard that is bolted to the frame sits close to the wall, but the frame behind it may stand several inches out. Slide a ruler between the wall and the headboard once it is on, since a gap lets pillows fall behind.

Pillow height. A headboard 40.5 inches tall is about 16.5 inches above a 24 inch bed top, which is taller than a typical pillow stack. If you read in bed, test how the bars feel against your back, since spindles press differently from a padded panel; our queen size headboards with storage guide covers the upholstered kind.

Mistakes to avoid

Assuming “wrought iron” is stated. The pages say powder-coated iron.

Buying for a frame without holes. Check the mounting first.

Choosing the position by eye. Measure the height above the mattress.

Ignoring the finish. Gold and black are different pages.

Frequently asked questions

Are these headboards wrought iron?

The pages say powder-coated iron and metal. They do not say wrought.

How big are they?

59.5 inches wide, 1.5 inches deep and 40.5 inches high, on all three pages.

Do they come with a frame?

No. They are headboards only.

Can I change the height?

The pages say there are seven mounting positions.

How much do they weigh?

13 to 14 pounds.

Do you recommend one?

We have not tested them. This guide reports what the pages say.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• Amerisleep: mattress sizes and dimensions chart

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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