How To Hang A Picture Gallery Wall

Yes there is a semi science to the art of getting the height of a piece just right it s called measuring.

How to hang a picture gallery wall.

If a room has a slightly sloping floor or ceiling start by hanging the pictures level. This also applies for large mirrors. A photo wall of vintage family photographs is a classic choice as are children s drawings maps line drawings and smaller watercolors don t rule out striking 3d pieces as well think fun. Once you ve decided where you want to hang a picture make a mark on the wall in pencil on pieces of masking tape if you wish for each hook.

Here are five favorite tips for taking a one hole approach to hanging a picture on the wall. If you re hanging a picture with wire use double wire for heavy pieces. If they look crooked cheat just a bit so they look. To securely hang heavy pictures where there is no access to a stud run two wires between the screw eyes and support each with a wall hanger.

But although it may seem easy hanging a picture properly is much more than a haphazard task. With groupings the largest frame is usually best in the center or at the center bottom. Use the level to make sure the marks are at the same height. The key to a perfectly composed gallery wall is finding the right balance of art framing and spacing before you even think of tackling a project like this first consider the art you d like to display.

The 57 inch standard is based on the average eye height of an adult and is the rule used to determine how high to hang pictures in museums and galleries.