How to Select the Right Size Wall Art

Size matters when it comes to wall art. A framed print or a canvas print can be the statement décor piece your wall was missing. However, if it is not the right size then the wall can feel off. If the art is too big then it can seem too crowded, but if it is too small then it can feel incomplete. Making the entire room feel unbalanced. Maybe you have run into this problem before. We are here to help. Here are some tips when it comes to finding the right size wall art. 

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Different Sizes

There are many different sizes when it comes to wall art. There are countless ones to pick from. It is essential to know the different groups of sizes wall art comes in. There are five main sizes. Extra small is first and that is usually around 11-18 inches for both width and height. Next, is small artwork around 19-24 inches for width and height. Another is medium, which ranges around 25-32 inches. Fourth, is large, around 34-40 inches for width and height. Lastly, extra-large are more than 40 inches and these are mostly used in a large scale area. 

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Placing 

Now that we know the different sizes let's get into placing. This is probably the more challenging part of this process. It can get overwhelming when not knowing what looks best for your wall. You don’t want an art piece to look like it is too small or too big. Wall art should take up 60%-75% of the wall if not covered by furniture or moldings. Where the artwork will go will be determined by the width and height of the entire wall. Multiply both measurements, height and width, by 0.60 and 0.75. That will tell you what print size will suit the space. If the artwork is where there is a bed frame, couch, or any piece of furniture, it should be between 2/3-3/4 of the width of the furniture.

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How to Style 

If you are still having a hard time figuring out the best fit, then there is a way to do it visually. Get painter's tape and map out the size. There are two options, outlining the entire frame or just doing the corners. This is a great way to visualize the room and try out different dimensions. It is a way for you to re-adjust and compare to figure out what you like and don’t like. Typically, artwork should be hung at eye level. A reason is that eye level is the midpoint of a wall. Eye-level is recommended because if the painting is the focal point in a space, no one wants to hurt their neck looking too far up or down. 

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