Hanging Wall Art Correctly

One of the most common decorating faux pas is hanging artwork incorrectly.  Don't give your guests a stiff neck from checking out a grouping that is hugging the ceiling.  Artwork, whether it be photos; prints or paintings, looks best at eye level.  That means the center of the piece should be at roughly 60 inches.  You should adjust according to average heights of your family members.  Don't forget to move the artwork down in your 6 year old's room.  After all, it is for their enjoyment.
 
This eye level concept can get a little tricky when hanging a grouping.  The center of the grouping should be at eye level.  One way to make it simpler is to lay the grouping out on the floor with the exact desired spacing between the pieces.  Measure the height of the grouping. Divide that number by two and add 60.  That is the number of inches the top of the grouping should be off the floor. Hang the top pieces first and work your way down.
 
When hanging pieces above furniture, you should allow 4-6 inches between the bottom of the artwork and the surface of the furniture. As a general rule, there should be twice as much space between the top of the artwork and the ceiling as there is from the bottom of the artwork to the furniture. Avoid messes when hanging art on plaster walls by applying a piece of clear tape over the spot where you will place the nail.
 
Now no more excuses...go fix your walls!