Willowton King/California King Panel Headboard vs Lettner King/California King Panel Headboard
The Lettner is the sturdier, more traditional choice with solid hardwood and birch veneer, while the Willowton is a lighter, beach-cottage look in all engineered wood. The Lettner's latest price is $650 at Ashley as of November 3; the Willowton's is $300 at John V Schultz Furniture as of November 3. Pick the Willowton to save money and get the whitewashed style; pick the Lettner for a heavier, taller headboard with a more formal finish.
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Willowton King/California King Panel Headboard
Choose the Willowton if you want a whitewashed, shabby-chic look and want to spend about half as much.
- About half the price of the Lettner
- Lightweight at 82 lbs, easier to move and install
- Quick assembly, about 5 minutes
- Distinctive whitewashed beach-cottage look
- All engineered wood with laminate, not solid wood
- Shorter at 53.66 in
- No customer ratings shown
- Hardware not included
What separates them
| Willowton King/California King Panel Headboard | Lettner King/California King Panel Headboard | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $300 at John V Schultz Furniture as of November 3 | $650 at Ashley as of November 3 |
| Materials | Engineered wood (MDF/particleboard) with decorative laminate | Solid hardwood, birch veneer and engineered wood |
| Height | 53.66 in | 60.00 in |
| Weight | 82 lbs | 131 lbs |
| Style | Whitewashed, faux-plank, beach cottage / shabby chic | Traditional with inlaid panels and bun feet, burnished light gray |
| Assembly | Required, about 5 minutes | Required |
| Box spring | Sold separately; not stated as required | Required, sold separately |
Price history
- Willowton King/California King Panel Headboard: lowest $374.12 on Oct 31 at Amazon.
- Lettner King/California King Panel Headboard: lowest $399.99 on Nov 3 at Ashley.
Prices at every store
Willowton King/California King Panel Headboard
- John V Schultz FurnitureCheck price at John V Schultz Furniture
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Lettner King/California King Panel Headboard
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Specs compared
| Spec | Willowton King/California King Panel Headboard | Lettner King/California King Panel Headboard |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 80.91" | 83.75 in |
| Height | 53.66" | 60.00 in |
| Depth | 3.23" | 4.50 in |
| Weight | 82.00 lbs (37.19 kgs) | 131.000 lbs. (58.95kgs.) |
| Finish | Whitewash replicated worn through paint | Burnished light gray finish |
| Pattern | Replicated wood grained block pattern | Solid |
| Material | engineered wood (MDF/particleboard) and decorat… | — |
| Hardware | Hardware not included | — |
| Assembly | Assembly required | — |
| Assembly time | 5 Minutes | — |
What reviewers say
Willowton King/California King Panel Headboard
Owners of the Willowton collection generally like the whitewashed finish and say it looks more expensive than the price. Common complaints center on the engineered wood build, hardware and assembly issues, and finish that can chip.
- Attractive whitewashed finish for the money
- Sturdy once assembled
- Matches other Willowton pieces
- Particleboard and laminate feel
- Missing or poor-quality hardware reported
- Finish can chip or arrive damaged
Lettner King/California King Panel Headboard
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 21 ratings. Owners generally describe it as sturdy and good-looking, with the burnished gray finish reading close to the photos.
- Solid, heavy construction
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a beach-cottage bedroom?
- The Willowton. Its whitewashed faux-plank finish is designed for that look, and it costs $300 at John V Schultz Furniture as of November 3.
- Which headboard lasts longer?
- The Lettner is more likely to hold up. It uses solid hardwood and birch veneer, while the Willowton is engineered wood with a laminate finish.
- Is the Lettner worth the extra money?
- If you want solid wood, a taller 60-inch headboard and a 4.7-star rating, yes. If budget and a casual look matter more, the Willowton saves you about $350.
- Do either of these need a box spring?
- The Lettner requires a box spring, sold separately. The Willowton listing does not state that a box spring is required, but the frame and foundation are sold separately.
- How hard are they to assemble?
- The Willowton lists about 5 minutes of assembly. The Lettner requires assembly but gives no time estimate, and it weighs 131 lbs, so plan for help.
