《How to hang oil paintings? Let art naturally blend into your living space》
How to hang oil paintings? Let art naturally blend into your living space
An oil painting can inject soul into a space, and how to "place" it in the home is the key to making art truly communicate with life. Here are some practical and beautiful suggestions for hanging oil paintings to help you create a home that is both stylish and distinctive.
1. The height is just right, it is the most attractive
The ideal center height for hanging artworks is 57 in from the ground, which is roughly the height of an adult's eye level. Whether it is a corridor, a sofa wall or a restaurant background wall, the "center" of the painting should be aligned with the "eyes" of the person, which is the most comfortable viewing angle.
Here are step-by-step instructions on how to use the 57" method:
Step 1: Measure up from the floor and lightly mark 57 inches on the wall with a pencil.
Step 2: Measure the height of the artwork and divide it by two so you have the center of the piece.
Step 3: Measure from the top of the picture to where the wire hangs. This measurement will be smaller depending on the size of the piece.
Step 4: Subtract the number in step 2 from the number in step 3. This will tell you how far above the 57" mark the hook should be, so go ahead and mark that distance on the wall.
Step 5: Hang your art!
Hooks and screws
You don’t want your new art to fall down and hit you or your guests on the head. Be sure to screw two hooks into the wall, one on each side of the piece. Each hook should be one quarter of the way up on either side of the frame. This way, your art will stay flush against the wall.
2. White space is part of art
Don’t be afraid of an empty wall. Proper white space can make the painting stand out more and not make the space look depressing. Especially for works in the wabi-sabi and minimalist styles, quiet white space can better set off their artistic conception.
3. Single or multiple? See the space for details
Single work: Suitable for focal areas such as above the sofa, bedside, and entranceway, use one painting to define the entire space.
Multiple combinations: They can be arranged symmetrically in pairs or asymmetrically to create a "gallery wall" effect. It is recommended to arrange the layout on the ground before hanging it on the wall to avoid blind hanging and imbalance.
4. The big painting doesn’t have to be hung in the middle
Modern homes increasingly encourage a "decentralized" decoration approach. A large painting can be placed lightly against the wall on a side cabinet, or slightly off the center line of the wall to create a casual artistic atmosphere.
5. With lighting, oil paintings glow more
Soft spotlights can emphasize the texture and color layers of oil paintings, especially those with thick paint or metallic luster. You can choose adjustable angle painting lights to cast soft light from above to create a gallery-level texture.
6. Not only can it be hung on the wall, but it can also be placed against the wall, on a table, or stacked in layers
Hanging is no longer the only destination for oil paintings - try placing them on countertops, fireplaces, shelves, or even stacking several paintings side by side to create an art corner with more layering and personality.
Let the oil painting "dialogue" with the space
Hanging oil paintings is not just a decorative action, but also a dialogue with space and mood. It can change a wall and affect the mood of the whole day. Every painting deserves to be properly placed.
At Decovira, we believe that art is not just about canvas, but also extends to every detail and daily life. Choose good paintings, hang good paintings, and let life shine with art.