One of the most common suggestions during staging consultations is to adjust the position, size or arrangement of wall art. Here are a few easy tips and rules to help!
1. Selecting Art:
- Consider the Room: Think about the style and color scheme of the room. Your art should complement the existing decor.
- Size Matters: Choose art that fits the space well. Consider the wall size and the furniture around it.
2. Placement Planning:
- Eye Level: The center of the artwork should be at eye level for the average person. This is generally around 57 to 60 inches from the floor.
- Grouping Art: If you’re hanging multiple pieces, consider their arrangement. Aim for a cohesive look, whether it’s a grid or a more eclectic grouping.
3. Hanging the art:
- Fill Holes: If there are existing holes, fill them and touch up the paint
- Measuring Tools: Use a tape measure to ensure precise placement and a level ensures your art is straight.
- Choose the right hardware Choose appropriate hooks or anchors based on the weight of the artwork.
- Measure & mark Find the centre point on the wall for individual piece and don’t forget to account for the position of the wire if there is one,
- For multiple pieces, is useful to pay them out on the floor first and move them around until you are happy with the arrangement
4. Other Considerations:
- Lighting: If possible, consider how lighting in the room interacts with the art. Avoid glare on glass-covered artwork.
- Maintain Consistency If you’re hanging multiple pieces, maintain consistent spacing between them and aim for a consistent height for all art pieces in a room.