When it comes to the size of the wall art you are looking for, it can become a bit of a headache. It is advisable that you start off your search with a size in mind to make for a quick selection process.
If you are looking to decorate a room and cannot decide on a size, remember that many people choose large pieces first and then get smaller ones down the line. As you go along, you will start to see your unique vision coming together.
Choosing Framed Art Prints by Size
Here is a quick guide to wall art sizes for individual placement or creating a collection of pieces.
Oversized
These pieces are usually about 100 centimetres or more in length. Make sure that your space is large enough for a piece this size.
Large
These framed art prints are between 80 and 100 centimetres. Large pieces make great centrepieces or can be balanced out with smaller pieces on each side.
Medium
Medium pieces are usually between 60 and 70 centimetres in length. It is possible to use only one piece on your wall, but it works well when they are grouped together. Keep things symmetrical when decorating your wall with medium pieces.
Small
Small pieces go well above pieces of furniture, above shelves, and short walls. This is because small pieces are only 45 to 59 centimetres long. Small pieces look fantastic in groups or pairs.
Mini
These little pieces are only between 25 and 44 centimetres long. You will find that they are normally sold as collections, where 3 or 4 will be sold together.
When you out looking to purchase framed art prints or originals, you need to take the size of the room into consideration. You generally would not put an oversized piece in a bathroom, and you would not normally place mini’s in a living room, so think ahead of time in order to purchase pieces that will work the best in your space.
Here are some general rules to consider when you are choosing by size.
Photos need to be at least 15 centimetres above your furniture.
No pictures should be more than 2/3rds longer than any sofa.
Group small pieces together because small or mini sizes will not fill up space in a good enough way.
The height of your ceilings also plays an important role in your choices.