How to calculate the size of wall art for a space

Hanging pictures is a decorating must to create spaces that look and feel good. With so many décor elements in a room it can be hard to know what size of artwork to hang. Use this tip to calculate the size of artwork you need to create a professional look in any room.

Fill 60 - 75% of the visual space 

Carve out a visual space where you want to hang your picture. For example, let’s say you want to hang art above a dominant piece of furniture to create a focal point for a room. Create a balanced look by filling about 60 - 75% of the empty space above the furniture with your art piece or arrangement. 

How to calculate the size of art needed

Here is an easy way to follow the 60-75% rule and calculate the size of art you need for a space. Measure the area you want to fill, and multiply the length and height of this space by 0.7. This will give you a guideline for the height and length dimensions for a single picture for the space or the size of the footprint to fill with multiple items arranged together.

Hang the right size art for the space

In these images you’ll see how we used this general rule to select the right size of wall décor in a variety of decorating situations to create inviting spaces. Use this 60-75% rule to create a professional look in any room of your home.

Want more decorating inspiration?

Decorating your space can be loads of fun, and by following a few simple guidelines it can be easy to create a space that really looks professional. For more decorating tips check out these blogs:

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