There are times we all end up feeding our love for paintings and artifacts by making that perfect purchase only to realize our mistake of buying an exquisite piece of art that’s either too small or too big! There’s no denying that we all have been in this situation, when we only find our creative soul sinking in the waves of disappointments. Well, if you too have been there, and are looking for a hack to sail through your blunder, then we have got your back with some simple yet wonderful hacks that will help you fix some of the biggest wall art mistakes. Read on…The golden ruleThis is one of the golden rules that will make you a pro in buying a piece of art. Experts advise that the art should take up between 60% and 75% of the wall space. Whether you are hanging art above a sofa, a bed or a table, this rule applies. So, if you are hanging art above furniture like a couch, the art should be two-thirds to three-quarters the width of the furniture. If the art is narrower than half the width of your sofa, it won’t create an impact!
The tape trickBefore you buy anything, always get a roll of painter’s tape. Use the tape to draw the dimensions of the art on the wall. Leave it there for a day. Walk past it, sit on the couch and see how it looks. If it looks too small, you need to get a piece of art.When in doubt go biggerThere’s nothing more eye-grabbing than art that’s massive in size! Yes, experts believe that anytime you feel confused about buying wall art always remember to go for a big piece of art, as it makes the room feel more expensive and classy.
The gallery wall cheat codeIf you have a piece of art that’s too small, do not worry; you can make it look bigger by framing it with a mat or by grouping it with other photos or objects. This way the total area of the art will be bigger and will look classy.Mind the gapAnother big mistake is hanging art at a height! So, whenever you hang art above furniture, keep the bottom of the frame 6 to 10 inches above the top of the furniture. If the gap is too big, the art will look like it is floating away.
