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Choosing the right size print is one of the most important decisions in wall art. Too small and it looks lost; too large and it overwhelms. This guide helps you find that perfect balance for every room in your home.
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Wall art should typically cover 50-75% of the available wall width. This creates visual balance and proper scale.
The center of your artwork should be at eye level—typically 145-150 cm from the floor for standing viewing. This is the "museum height" principle used worldwide.
Exception: Above furniture, prioritize the spacing from furniture over exact eye level.
The living room typically has the most wall space and is where you'll make the biggest statement.
Above the Sofa:
2-seater sofa: Large (42×30 cm) as focal point
3-seater sofa: Gallery wall with 3-5 mixed sizes
Sectional: Multiple large prints or gallery arrangement
Space from sofa back: 15-25 cm
Feature Wall:
Single large print for minimalist spaces
Gallery wall arrangement for collected look
Consider the wall's role in the room
TV Wall:
Art can complement the TV area
Avoid competing for attention
Position to side or create balanced arrangement
The Sofa Test
Stand behind your sofa and extend your arms. If a single print falls within
your arm span, it's proportional. If your arms extend well beyond, consider
multiple prints.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For above a sofa, choose a print that's 50-75% the width of your sofa. Our large size (42×30 cm) works well for 2-seater sofas, while larger groupings or gallery walls suit 3+ seater sofas. The print should be centered above the sofa with 15-25 cm of space between.
The center of your print should be at eye level, typically 145-150 cm from the floor. Above furniture like sofas or beds, maintain 15-25 cm between the furniture top and print bottom. This creates visual connection while maintaining proper proportions.
A single 42×30 cm print may look lost on a very large wall (over 2m wide). Consider a gallery wall arrangement with multiple prints, or use the single print as part of a curated collection with other artwork. For large empty walls, our prints work best grouped.
Our small size (13×9 cm) is perfect for desks, shelves, and mantles. With our desk stand accessory, it creates a beautiful personal display. The medium size (30×20 cm) works for larger shelving units or console tables.
Measure the total wall width and height. For a balanced look, wall art should cover 50-75% of the available wall width. Use painter's tape to mock up the size before ordering—cut paper to size and tape it up to visualize the final result.
For most living spaces, the large (42×30 cm) metal print makes an ideal
statement piece. Above furniture, choose art that's 50-75% of the furniture
width. Eye-level hanging (center at 145-150 cm) works for most placements.
Small prints (13×9 cm) suit desks and shelves, medium (30×20 cm) for smaller
walls or groupings.
Pro Tip
All our sizes are available in both landscape (horizontal) and portrait
(vertical) orientations. Choose based on your image composition and wall
space.
