Size Guide

How to Measure for Wall Art

Getting the size right makes a bigger difference than most people expect. Here's a simple way to work it out before you order.

1. Measure Your Wall Space

Use a tape measure to check the width and height of the wall area you're working with — don't just eyeball it. Note down both measurements in cm.

2. Use the 60–75% Rule

If you're hanging art above a piece of furniture (a sofa, bed, console table, or sideboard), aim for your artwork to span roughly 60–75% of that furniture's width. For example, above a 200cm sofa, a canvas anywhere from 120–150cm wide will feel proportional — anything smaller can look lost, anything larger can overwhelm the space.

3. Leave Breathing Room

Leave at least 15–20cm of wall space around all sides of your artwork, and roughly 20–25cm between the top of your furniture and the bottom of the frame. This keeps the piece feeling intentional rather than cramped.

4. For Empty Wall Space (No Furniture Below)

As a general guide, artwork should take up around 50–70% of the available wall width, centred at eye level (roughly 145–155cm from the floor to the centre of the piece).

Quick Reference — Our Canvas Sizes

Size	Centimetres	Best For
Small	30 x 40 cm	Hallways, small gaps, gallery wall groupings
Medium	50 x 70 cm	Above a desk, side table, or as part of a pair
Large	60 x 90 cm	Above a sofa, bed, or as a single statement piece

Multi-Panel Sets & Custom Sizes

For our multi-panel sets, check the total combined width and height listed on each product page — this already accounts for the small gap between panels. If none of our standard sizes are quite right, our Custom Canvas Print lets you choose your own dimensions.

Still Not Sure?

Cut a piece of paper, cardboard, or painter's tape to the size you're considering and hold it up to the wall — it sounds simple, but it's the most reliable way to visualise scale before you commit. If you're still unsure, reach out via our Contact Us page and we're happy to help.