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General Hanging Tips
- Always hang frames at eye level, 59" or 150cm from the floor
- If you have a large wall and several frames to arrange, arrange the frames on the floor, this will let you easily re-arrange the frames until you get the look you want
- Once you have your desired layout, you can then measure the spaces between the frames and hang one frame at a time on the wall
- Try mixing wall hung frames with a few shallow ledges with frames resting on the ledges and leaning on the wall
Positioning a Picture Over a Sofa
- When handing a frame over a sofa, try not to leave too much space between the sofa and the frame
- 3-6" (8-16cm) is ample ~ too much space will disconnect the frame from the rest of the room and look awkward
- Never choose a single picture that is wider than the couch, this will create an imbalance that is distracting
Positioning Frames for a Gallery Effect
- To create a museum or art gallery effect, hang a group of frames with the center of all frames at eye level, about 59" (150cm) up from the floor
- This works best with a series of large frames, regardless of size
- TIP: for added interest try alternating vertical and horizontal frames
Symmetrical Framed Arrangements
- Arranging an equal number of large and small frames together in a mirrored fashion is most commonly used in more formal or traditional decorating styles
- TIP: combine pictures that have a similar theme or subject matter
- TIP: you could display 2 large, wide matted frames equally spaced apart over symmetrically balanced furniture or use 1 large frame over the middle of a sofa with 3 smaller frames on each side to create a 7 piece collection
Asymmetrical Framed Arrangements
- A collection of different sized frames can look great together on a wall if the frames all have a similar look (same colour or moulding style, etc.)
- Grouping large and small frames together in both horizontal or vertical placements to create an interesting and dynamic arrangement
- TIP: combine pictures that have a similar theme or subject matter
- TIP: you could display all your old photos together, or pictures of your children
Hanging Frames in Pairs
- TIP: when hanging two large pictures together, try lowering one frame and raising the other frame so the tops and bottoms don't line up for a more pleasing effect
