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The Art of Displaying Framed Art

By Autumn Lockwood

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Published: 13Jun2011
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Framed artwork can be used in every room in your home, making it an integral part of your home's decor. Picture frames hung upright and at eye level, draw a lot of attention to them and hold an important role in influencing the overall character of a room. There are quite a few possible ways to arrange picture frames. When it comes down to it, basic guidelines, current trends, as well as your personal preferences all play a part when arranging framed art on a wall.

Hanging Pictures on a Wall

One of the most common mistakes made by inexperienced beginners is hanging picture frames too high on the wall. For a picture frame in a hallway, foyer, dining room, or other open wall space, think "eye level." The eye of the average viewer should fall about a third of the way down from the top of the picture, which is usually around sixty inches up from the floor.

If the picture is being hung over a couch or chair, then the frame is to be high enough that a person's head won't bump the frame when he or she is seated. Remember, many ornate decorative picture frames can stick out a few inches from the wall, so be sure to protect you guests' heads. This height also allows the artwork to relate to the sofa, rather than just floating in open space if hung too high. This close-enough-to-relate-to-the-piece-of-furniture guideline goes for hanging artwork over a table or credenza or chair as well.

Making Frames Hang Level

Are you the type of person who cannot tolerate picture frames that are hanging crooked on a wall? Most people eyeball the level of it when hanging pictures, yet some use a level or other tool. True level is not always the best - "visually level" is often preferable because it allows you to align the frame with nearby lines like a door frame or crown molding which may not be truly straight. Look for the most logical reference point when hanging your picture. Even when, initially, frames hang level, daily vibrations and jostling can lead to a frame that is not level. There are two ways to correct this.

The first and most obvious solution is to use two hangers instead of just one. For pictures with a wire across the back for hanging, two hooks in the wall, spaced apart from each other will do the trick. For a frame that does not have a wire, you can attach two d-rings, one on each side of the frame and hang from the wall on two nails, or attach a wire between the two d-rings and hang from two hooks.

The second solution is to utilize bumper pads. These attach to the bottom corners of the frame and serve to stabilize it on the wall, with the added benefit of protecting the wall from scratches or other damage from the frame. The best "gripping" pads are rounded or flat discs made from a silicone rubber or polyurethane with adhesive backs. These pads can be used on both wood and metal picture frames.

By following these helpful tips you'll be proud how beautiful your framed art looks in your home and feel good knowing that you did it all by yourself.

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