Headboard (furniture)

Headboard (furniture)

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A headboard may also be utilized to provide a wide variety of other functions, such as providing simple storage, various sexual conveniences, or incorporation into the critical care functions of a hospital bed.

It may often, but not always, be complemented by a spragging board at the foot of the bed; again with a function to retain the bed linen or extend the decorative function of the headboard but also to provide the occupant(s) purchase for the feet.


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