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Hanging art over fireplace.
Here are the foolproof tips for hanging art that never fail us.
However a pair or set of small or medium works hung one on top of the other or side by side can provide scale without breaking the bank.
It warrants the spot because it adds to the focal point of the room.
If the art is going above a sofa or console.
Hanging art above a fireplace mantel.
This statement piece almost clashes with the straight edged colourful style of the interior but since it s hung up high above a contemporary fireplace it sets the tone of the room and adds to the room s character.
I picked out one of my mom s paintings to go over the fireplace but as you recall the painting was too small for that.
When hanging artwork above a mantle there should be approx 4 8 inches of wall space between the top of the mantle and the bottom of the picture.
Hanging a large mirror above your fireplace is a classic way to decorate your mantel.
We love the idea of displaying unrelated pieces of art in matching frames.
The taller the mantel the less space between the shorter the mantel you can add a bit more space.
We find it s best to hang single artwork at eye level and 60 inches from center to the floor is the magic number.
A traditional rectangular mirror in an ornate frame conveys luxury and elegance while a circular mirror with a minimal frame makes a more contemporary statement.
How to hang a painting over a fireplace mantel.
If you re hanging your art above furniture it can be 4 6 inches above the piece.
The bottom of the picture should be approximately 3 to 6 inches from the top of the mantel.
Not only do mirrors add a touch of glamour but they also create the illusion of a more open space.
The art is hanging approx 5 inches above the headboard not too low or too high creating a seamless look from wall to bed.
Leaning art on furniture shelf or mantel.
My final above the fireplace artwork and how i made a too big frame work march 5 2014 at 2 41 pm let me back up.
The temptation might be to hang a dark artwork above to harmonize with the stone but the painted gray alcoves on either side complement the fireplace enough to leave the white space above the mantel primed for a brighter piece.
It s packed with mantel decorating ideas for living rooms bedrooms and bonus rooms.
Large scale art can be costly and hanging a small framed work above a fireplace can sometimes look amiss.
Guideline 3 how high should artwork hang above a fireplace mantel.
Tip 1 hang single artwork at eye level.
However hanging a piece above the fireplace will often break this norm allowing for a bold unconventional choice of artwork.
Design by ariel ashe photography by brittany ambridge.
Jul 22 2019 if you re looking for stylish ideas for what to hang over your fireplace mantel check out this board.
