When it comes to wall art, having a crush isn't everything. In order to create harmony In your interior design, several criteria must be observed such as the style (contemporary, zen, abstract...), the colors (bright, black and white...), but also the size .

Here are the parameters to take into account to choose the latter well, depending on where you will fix your canvas painting. If you want to dress a wall with a decorative painting , the size of the latter is one of the main criteria to take into account at the time of purchase.

Indeed, if you choose a small abstract canvas and place it in the center of a large white wall, you will certainly be disappointed with the result. The same will be true if you hang a large, modern, multicolored painting on an already cluttered wall.

Furthermore, moving your work will involve drilling into the wall again: it is therefore better to think carefully and take action before taking action!

What size painting should I put on a wall? Parameters to consider

To choose the right size for your canvas prints, you must first determine the size of the space you will be giving them. But other factors also come into play, such as the presence of furniture and decorative objects.

Discover all our tips for good succeed in your wall decorations !

How to determine the ideal table width?

Rule number one is to avoid hanging a decorative painting that is too small on a large wall, or it will get lost in the decor. To avoid making a mistake, Measure the width of your wall section . Once this step is complete, multiply the result by 0.57 to obtain the ideal ratio.

Please note, if the wall already has other decorative elements, shelves, a wall clock or tall furniture, you must take into account the width of empty space remaining, not the total width. The wall frame will then be fixed in the center of this area.

What is the perfect height for a painting?

The answer depends on whether you decide to place the wall painting above a low piece of furniture or not. On an empty wall, it is better to turn to a large-format canvas frame , at least 80 centimeters high, to dress the space well. The portrait format, whose width is narrower than the length, works very well in this case.

If you want to hang the wall canvas above a piece of furniture, it is better to opt for a landscape or panoramic format . Please note that it is recommended to hang the center of a printed picture approximately 1.65 meters from the floor (which corresponds roughly to eye height), but also to leave approximately 30 centimeters of space between a piece of furniture and a picture. Use your measurements and calculations to determine the ideal length of your decorative frames!

What size painting above the sofa?

You wish to display a work of art in your living room Whether you choose a contemporary painting, an oil or acrylic painting, or a photo print, the top of the sofa will be the perfect place to display it.

If the ceiling height allows it, you can dare to XXL printed canvas , which will become the centerpiece of the living room. Large rectangular paintings (in landscape format) will also look great, as will triptychs and panoramic decorative canvases.

The two-thirds rule for choosing the width of your table

Widely used in interior design to achieve harmonious proportions, the two-thirds rule applies, among other things, to the field of wall art. For optimal results, the width of your artwork should be at least two-thirds of the width of the sofa from the living room.

Also, make sure to center the framed canvas, place it 1.65 meters from the ground and leave about 30 centimeters of space all around, so that the result is not overloaded.

How to create a picture wall above the sofa?

For an original and modern wall decoration, it is also possible to create a collage with several paintings. Framed walls are very trendy, this technique will allow you to dress the top of the sofa with smaller works and why not vertical, such as posters, posters or photos on canvas.

Here again, the overall width of the composition should be proportional to that of the sofa. Also, pay attention to the layout: always place the hooks and pegs so that the middle of the composition is at eye level.

What size picture above the bed?

Want to decorate a bedspread with an abstract painting, a canvas photo or a wall poster? Whatever the atmosphere you want in your bedroom, it is important to choose a suitable decorative frame size . Here again, the two-thirds rule can be applied.

In the case of a double bed, it is therefore recommended to opt for a canvas painting at least 94 centimeters wide for a balanced wall decoration.

What height should the painting be in the bedroom?

There is no real rule in this matter. A rectangular wall painting , panoramic print or triptych work will be perfect above a headboard, always leaving a few centimetres of space between the two.

But you can also choose a very large format decorative canvas extending from the bed to the ceiling. It will completely cover the wall, like wallpaper, and will allow you to immerse yourself in a new world at bedtime.

How to decorate a child's room with a painting?

Since cribs and toddler beds are narrower, you can easily find a canvas print that measures two-thirds the width of the bed, or even its exact width.

Choosing a piece of art that's longer than it is wide will also work in this case. Also, in a child's or adult's bedroom, don't forget the option of a wall of frames to display paintings of various sizes in a jumbled fashion.

What size painting should I put on a dining room wall?

Here, the anchor point for choosing the right dimensions for your framed painting will be the table. Apply the rule explained above by opting, for example, for a canvas frame of at least 80 centimeters for a 120 centimeter long table.

While multi-part works are less commonly used in this room, trompe l'oeil, photo frames, wall stickers and modern horizontal paintings will immediately give your dining room personality.

How to choose the size of your tabletop board?

In the case of a decorative canvas placed above a table, it is better to choose a painting with a length of at least 60 centimeters .

In terms of width, you have two options: either you don't go beyond the table's width, or you really go beyond it by hanging something like a huge stretched canvas. But a designer painting that extends 5 centimeters on each side is a no-no!

What size painting on a hallway wall?

How to choose the right size for your decorative paintings in a hallway?
This room is narrow, so you won't have the space you need to admire large reproductions.

So prefer the accumulation of small frames to a large-format painted canvas. It is best to opt for a horizontal line arrangement to give relief to the space.

How to arrange frames in a hallway?

The hallway is the perfect place to showcase your personality. Display your favorite photos, printed and framed, or more original paintings (contemporary, pop art, etc.) that you've fallen for. Leave a small space (between 5 and 10 centimeters) between each photo frame or canvas painting to maintain a sense of the overall effect.

The wider your hallway, the larger the paintings you can choose. models from 40 to 60 centimeters wide will fit most hallways.

How to decorate the wall at the end of the hallway?

On this wall, you can think big. Bring a touch of originality to your hallway by opting for a designer canvas, a wall sticker, a photo print or even a triptych painting. the entire width of the wall section .

How to choose the size of your painting? Conclusion

You now know that choosing the right size for your paintings is one of the essential keys to wall decoration. To avoid making a mistake, here are some key points to remember:

• If the wall is empty, multiply its width by 0.57 to achieve the ideal canvas width. For the length, you can dare to have a frame 80 centimeters high to dress the room well.

• If the wall already has other photo canvases or small pieces of furniture, measure the remaining empty space and apply the ratio of 0.57. Also remember that it is best to leave about 30 centimeters of space between a decorative frame and a low piece of furniture.

• If the wall has a strong piece of furniture, Use it as an anchor point . Place the picture frame on top of it, centered. Choose a model that is at least two-thirds the width of the piece of furniture in question.

Trick : If, despite our advice, you're still unsure about the right size, stick some paper to the walls to get an idea of ​​how much space your decorative pictures will take up. You've now determined the size your painted or printed pictures should be.

Next step: choose their style so that they really match your image! In this regard, it all depends first of all on the atmosphere you want to give to your rooms. A modern canvas or a black and white painting will be perfectly suitable above a sofa, depending on what you are looking for originality or sobriety .

A large digital print or canvas print will beautifully adorn the staircase, while a wooden-framed canvas will add character to the dining room. World maps, high-definition Buddhas, street art, but also designer, abstract, or personalized paintings featuring your most beautiful photos...

Choose your canvas from our collection and find the perfect wall canvases to decorate your interior in the most beautiful way. We also invite you to consult our entire blog for other tips and original decorative ideas !