Abstract: A frame assembly for use in a bedstead, such as for the headboard thereof, includes a pair of lateral standards, at least one pair of tubular cross rails connected to the standards in transverse relation thereto, and one or more spindles connected to and between the cross rails transversely thereof. Each spindle has its opposite ends received within a pair of axially aligned openings formed in the cross rails and is retained in assembled relation by a pair of connector members each of which is inserted within one of the aligned openings and cooperates with the associated spindle to maintain it in relatively fixed relation to the associated cross members. The connector members are adapted for snap-fit connection with the cross rails so as to eliminate the need for tools in assembling the spindles and cross rails.