Five Ways To Hang Artwork Correctly

Before you hang that gorgeous piece of artwork on your wall, consider these tips to make the most impact with it.

 

Hang It At Eye Level

Too many people hang their art too high. It should actually be at eye level, or about 57 inches high if you want to follow the way art galleries do it. What’s great about this is that it makes use of the wall space at eye level and integrates your art into your space. It also means you won’t have to crane your neck to see the beautiful painting on the wall.

Choose Salon Installations For Smaller Pieces

A salon installation is a group of images that are clustered together. This is a good technique for many pieces of artwork that you’re putting up on the same wall, such as smaller frames. To make it look cool instead of cluttered, start with a piece you want in the middle and work your way out, keeping the frames in proportion to each other. If you’re daring, you can make the installation a wall-to-ceiling affair, which is great for an accent wall.

Opt For “Off the Wall” Designs

You don’t have to stick to showcasing your artwork on the wall. You could place smaller artwork on shelves, cabinets, bookcases and even chairs. It brings a stylish boost to your surroundings. So experiment with your artwork and see where it could be showcased for the best effect.

Place Art Above Furniture Correctly

If you are putting art above furniture, such as a sofa or chest of drawers, you have to ensure that it looks in proportion to it. To achieve this, place the artwork about 7 inches above the piece of furniture. It might feel too close, but it helps the two items look more coherent. Too much wall space between the furniture and art looks odd.

Unusual Spots Can Be Perfect

Look around your home for any creative and unusual places to hang art. This could be on staircase risers, on staircase walls, or above the bath tub. It’s fun to use artwork and framed pictures in new and exciting ways because they reflect a totally different side to your home’s personality.

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