Guides to dimensions, proportions, panel arrangements and placement, helping visitors understand which size and composition suit their wall.
Size & composition
10 articlesHow do you choose the right size of wall decoration?
Compare wall decoration sizes against your visible wall, furniture and viewing distance. Practical examples for choosing scale and proportions.
Read the articleHorizontal or vertical wall decoration: what works where?
Compare horizontal and vertical wall decoration against wall shape, furniture and doorways. Choose whether to reinforce or break the room’s lines.
Read the articleHow large should an XXL picture be?
Compare XXL picture sizes with your free wall, furniture and viewing distance. Visualise the proportions before selecting a large design.
Read the articleWhich diameter should you choose for a round picture?
Compare round picture diameters using the actual circular outline. Consider free width, height, furniture and normal viewing distance.
Read the articleRound wall murals: how do you choose size and centre position?
Plan a round wall mural by finding its visual centre first. Compare diameters, surrounding space and the actual composition within the circle.
Read the article3-panel or 5-panel room divider: how do you choose the width?
Compare room dividers by total width, free space and the design across their panels. Practical guidance for choosing three or five panels.
Read the articleMulti-panel wall art: assess the complete composition
Assess multi-panel wall art using its complete outline, panel heights and chosen gaps. Compare the overall composition with furniture and free wall.
Read the articleWall decoration for a small wall: avoid an oversized image
Compare sizes and shapes for a small wall. Consider the actual free area and surrounding space rather than choosing by dimensions alone.
Read the articleDecorating a long empty wall: one broad image or several works?
Choose a structure for a long wall: one broad work, several images or a concentrated accent. Compare zones, spacing and available sizes.
Read the articleWhy viewing distance matters when choosing wall decoration
Choose wall decoration by design, size and actual viewing distance. Compare fine details and large shapes from your normal position in the room.
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